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The Anishinabek Nation 8th Annual Lands and Resources Forum in North Bay provides an opportunity to discuss a variety of land related topics such as agriculture, food security, forestry and more. Attendees attend workshops and also get to address their concerns in regards to their own First Nation. File photo provided from the 2023 conference.
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Lands and resources forum being held in North Bay

Rosalind Russell
By Rosalind Russell

The Anishinabek Nation is hosting its 8th Annual Lands and Resources Forum in North Bay this week.

Officials say sessions run today through Friday and will include presentations and discussions among Anishinabek Nation leadership, citizens, government officials, industry experts and more.

Along with critical minerals and mining, other topics on the agenda include agriculture and food security, forestry, and invasive species.

Attendees include representatives from all the local First Nations in our area and the Manitoulin District.

Rosalind Russell
Rosalind Russellhttp://myespanolanow.com
Rosalind is Vista Radio's CJJM 99.3 FM - CJJM - Espanola's long-time Morning Announcer and Regional News Anchor/Journalist covering the districts of Sudbury, Algoma and Manitoulin. With a career in multi-media spanning the last 45 years, she has expertise in radio, television, newspaper and magazine writing. A long-time volunteer, she is the Inaugural 2025 Senior of the Year Award representing the Town of Espanola and represented women empowerment as the national 2024 Ms. Elite Regional Canada titleholder. A mother of five, and grandmother of two says simply, "I am the Queen of my Universe, and my children/grandchildren are my Crowning Jewels." Volunteering, pageants, reading and writing are her passions. If you have a story to share, email Roz at: [email protected] or call 1705-869-NEWS (6397).

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