Wisdom

Wisdom features stories related to the unique history, culture and traditions of Indigenous communities.

This section is made possible by our Community Leaders Program.

An all-inclusive space bringing true hospitality to Thunder Bay (8 photos)

In Common, a not so common local restaurant.

Aug 4, 2020 9:37 AM Read more >

Bringing Thunder Bay closer together through cultural teachings (6 photos)

How a cultural program is bringing the Indigenous community to the forefront of child wellbeing.

Jul 29, 2020 11:39 AM Read more >

Local non-profit is helping Indigenous businesses succeed

How a non-profit is working to benefit Indigenous businesses and entrepreneurs of NWO.

Jul 23, 2020 12:19 PM Read more >

Local tattoo artist creates a vibrant community through art (7 photos)

From ink to canvas, local Indigenous tattoo artist shares his love of art through tattooing and painting.

Jul 13, 2020 1:39 PM Read more >

Everyday Indigenous literature

Local authors and stories of Thunder Bay’s Indigenous community.

Jul 3, 2020 1:41 PM Read more >

Blackout of 2003 inspires post-apocalyptic Indigenous tale

Indigenous author Waubgeshig Rice's latest novel, Moon of the Crusted Snow, shows how a remote, northern community survives when the power goes out and all modes of communication with the rest of the world go down.

Jun 22, 2020 3:05 PM Read more >

Footsteps through story and culture

An Indigenous storyteller and broadcaster speaking truths of Northern Ontario.

Jun 15, 2020 1:27 PM Read more >

Solidarity between cultures (18 photos)

The Indigenous community is standing ground with Black Lives Matter.

Jun 8, 2020 1:51 PM Read more >

Transitioning students into an education victory

The Indigenous Transition Year Program at Lakehead University is assisting students with their post-secondary future.

Jun 5, 2020 2:49 PM Read more >

An artist drawing a transformative path through Canada (7 photos)

Through her art and legal education, Ojibwa artist and member of Couchiching First Nation, Mary McPherson, explores what it means to have a government identity under the Indian Act.

May 25, 2020 10:49 AM Read more >

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