RCMP investigating death of missing Ontario teen who was found near Pelican Narrows

by MBC News | May 19, 2026

RCMP are investigating the death of a missing Ontario teen after his remains were found near Pelican Narrows.  Police say human remains were found during a planned search on May 13th.  An autopsy confirmed the remains are those of a 16-year-old from Brampton,...

Bill C-21 reveals deeper tensions over Métis identity, treaty authority and jurisdiction

by MBC News | May 19, 2026

By: Aaron Walker Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Windspeaker.com The president of the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) says misinformation and political fearmongering are driving growing opposition to Bill C-21, as legislation to enact the Red River Métis...

Federal NDP leader Avi Lewis pushes back on claims the party is on ‘life support’ during PA stop

by MBC News | May 19, 2026

Photo: Michael Oleksyn/Daily Herald Federal NDP Leader Avi Lewis spoke to supporters during his stop at the Spice Trail on Sunday. Michael Oleksyn, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter By: Michael Oleksyn Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Prince Albert Daily Herald...

Yorkton school launches three-month ‘Youth on the Land’ initiative

by MBC News | May 18, 2026

Photo: Columbia Students taking part in land-based education. Andrea Moss, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, SaskToday.ca By: Andrea Moss Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SaskToday.ca Students at Columbia School are stepping out of the classroom and onto the...

3rd annual Red Dress Powwow in Calgary a ‘phenomenal’ success, says organizer

by MBC News | May 18, 2026

Photo: The third annual Red Dress Powwow in Calgary brought over 2000 people together to honour missing, murdered and exploited Indigenous Peoples and celebrate Indigenous cultures. Photo courtesy Aboriginal Friendship Centre of Calgary. Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism...

Association to celebrate golden anniversary with First Nations Rodeo & Relay

by MBC News | May 18, 2026

Photo: Jim Stevens, vice-president, Indian National Finals Rodeo By: By Sam Laskaris Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Windspeaker.com Officials with the Indian National Finals Rodeo (INFR) have plenty to celebrate this year. For starters, the association is...