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Cree radio network creates puppet show for kids to learn Cree
The James Bay Cree Communications Society (JBCCS) launches a puppet show to encourage young and older audiences to hear and speak Cree language.
Northern Quebec Cree voters left behind despite promise of access
The Canadian government promises that anyone, anywhere, could vote during advance polls. However, voters in Northern Quebec Cree communities found that polling stations were closed.
Mandy Gull-Masty ready for 'huge undertaking' as 1st Cree woman elected MP in northern Quebec
Mandy Gull-Masty has been elected in Abitibi–Baie-James–Nunavik–Eeyou, making her the first Cree woman to serve as a Member of Parliament for the region.
Young Cree leaders bring modern-day Treaty to United Nations forum
From Northern Quebec to the United Nations, Cree youth share insights on Indigenous self-governance at the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues on April 22 in New York.
CANADA VOTES 2025
Where your federal candidates stand on issues facing Eeyou Istchee
Here’s what federal candidates have to say about their promises if elected to represent the Abitibi-Baie James-Nunavik-Eeyou riding, and more specifically, Eeyou Istchee.
Voter turnout in Eeyou Istchee is traditionally low. Some hope this election will be different
In 2021 federal election, Eeyou Istchee saw a 17.7 per cent voter turnout compared to 63.5 per cent for the province as a whole, according figures from Elections Canada.
Northern Quebec Cree man shares and teaches cultural art in France
Tim Whiskeychan, a Cree contemporary artist from Waskaganish, flew to Paris this month to teach Cree culture through art with French students.
Child and family health-care centre expands to better serve Cree and Inuit in northern Quebec
Minnie's Hope is now in larger building. With support from major donors, the expansion allows for specialized services ensuring children receive care within their community rather than having to travel south.
Four First Nations acquire Hilton Quebec hotel
The James Bay Cree have partnered with the Naskapi, Huron-Wendat, and Mi'gmaq of Gespe'gewa'gi to become majority stakeholders of the Hilton Hotel in Quebec City.
Jordan's Principle backlogs may create difficulty funding sports in Eeyou Istchee
Jordan's Principle cases are piling up in Eeyou Istchee, which may make obtaining funding for sports and recreation more difficult.