First Nations

Snaw-Naw-As celebrates new mini soccer pitch

NANOOSE BAY - A bright new addition to Snaw-Naw-As First Nation territory is expected to be a big hit with local children.Several partners converged for a Wednesday, Sep. 7 ceremony for the opening of...

Sep 09, 2022

VIDEO: 'This is a great outlet to introduce sport:' Nanaimo soccer camp connects with youth on many levels

NANAIMO - A day of soccer aimed to kickstart a life-long love of the sport and pass along some valuable lessons to eager participants.Following a two-year pandemic pause, the ninth annual Hope and Hea...

Aug 22, 2022

Nanoose-based support group comforted hundreds following Pope Francis visit

NANAIMO - A First Nations organization based in Nanoose Bay provided widespread in-person during Pope Francis' recent visit to Edmonton.The pontiff's apology for the role of the Roman Catholic Church ...

Aug 03, 2022

'We never got to the position we're in today:' Snuneymuxw First Nation, BC Ferries sign landmark agreement

NANAIMO - It's being billed as a path forward and a starting point for a better relationship.A new agreement between Snuneymuxw First Nation (SFN) and BC Ferries is the first one of its kind for the f...

Jul 28, 2022

Stz'uminus First Nation signs reconciliation deal, includes future land acquisitions

LADYSMITH - A new reconciliation agreement between Stz'uminus First Nation and the B.C. government is a big step toward both parties identifying provincial Crown land for transfer.The agreement establ...

Jul 20, 2022

Coast Salish name changes approved for Nanaimo sports field & elementary school

NANAIMO - Reconciling with local First Nations went from talk to action following a District 68 special school board meeting.Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools trustees unanimously endorsed renaming NDS...

Jul 07, 2022

Court rejects bid by AFN National Chief RoseAnne Archibald to overturn suspension

OTTAWA - The Assembly of First Nations says an Ontario court has rejected a bid by National Chief RoseAnne Archibald to overturn her recent suspension. The organization issued a statement Thursday say...

Jul 01, 2022

Snuneymuxw First Nation receives land as part of Sandstone development

NANAIMO - A land transfer commitment from a private developer to Snuneymuxw First Nation (SFN) is seen as a critical step in expanding opportunities for the local First Nation.During a Wednesday, June...

Jun 22, 2022

Rich culture and heritage on display for Indigenous Peoples' Day

NANAIMO - June 21 marks National Indigenous Peoples' Day, a time to celebrate the heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Mtis Peoples Canada-wide.Locally a celebration at Maffeo Sutton Pa...

Jun 21, 2022

Nanaimo man jailed for 'violent' sex crime against young teen in Bowen Park

Editor's note: This story contains details of sex abuse involving a minor and may not be appropriate for some readers. Discretion is advised.NANAIMO - A young man responsible for what a judge describe...

Jun 13, 2022