I want to begin by thanking the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences for the honour. As one of the most prestigious awards in the global entertainment industry, it is a true recognition of the outstanding team who worked on my story – the true story of my life. I’ve always believed it takes […]
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PDSB Centre for Indigenous Excellence Learn Traditional Birch Bark Canoe
Peel District School Board, Maawnjidiing Wiingushkeng Centre for Indigenous Excellence and Land-Based Learning, learn how to build a traditional birch bark canoe at the Heartlake conservation area with teaching by Chuck Commanda Inspired by land-based learning, as a way of earning credit accumulation for indigenous students, the Maawnjidiing Wiingushkeng Centre offered students of the PDSB […]
Today Is National Indigenous Veteran’s Day
On November 8th, along with every other day of the year, all of us at 106.5 Elmnt fm remember all of the contributions that have been made by Indigenous Veterans over the years. Indigenous Veterans have heavily contributed to a number of victories over the years, including World War I and World War II, where […]
Take The ELMNT FM Music Survey Today!
Here’s your chance to have your say in the music we play! Take the ELMNT FM music survey and tell us what you think of some of the most recent songs we’ve added. Not only do you get to participate in making the station the best it can be, but you’ll be entered into a […]
The “Revolution” of Shawnee Kish
Shawnee Kish is a Mohawk Canadian singer-songwriter from Welland, Ontario. Kish is a two-spirited artist, who is open and honest with her fans about the struggles of growing up and finding herself. Kish started out as a Shania Twain impersonator. In 2020, Kish won CBC Music‘s Searchlight competition propelling her career. Kish has released her […]
NEW SHOW ALERT: Join Missy Knott for Pass The Mic Every Sunday Starting October 22
Join Curve Lake First Nation‘s Missy Knott every Sunday from 12pm to 3pm for Pass The Mic, Elmnt fm’s newest show dedicated to amplifying Indigenous voices. Come hang out with Missy, along with some of your favourite Indigenous artists, as they talk about music, issues, and anything else that’s on their mind. Whether you want […]
INTERVIEW: Brittlestar on Social Media and “The Stupidpocalypse”
Stewart Reynolds, better known on the internet as Brittlestar, is an internet comedian with over 27,000 subscribers on YouTube, and over a thousand videos on social media. His new book, “Welcome to The Stupidpocalypse: Survival Tips for the Dumbageddon” was released last month, and has become the #1 Most Gifted book in Humorous Essays on […]
TIFA Kids: Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada
The Toronto International Festival of Authors is hosting an Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada event. This Educational event will take place at the Harbour Front Centre on September 30 at 10:30 am – 6 pm The TIFA has created this creative and educational event as a way to give children a sense of place when discussing […]
JONO Nominated Desiree Dorion Touring in Toronto
The JONO-Nominated Indigenous Country Artist Desiree Dorion is coming to Toronto and will be Performing at The Cameron House and Sauce on Danforth in honour of truth and reconciliation. Desiree Dorion is a proud member of the Opaskwayak Cree Nation. Dorion grew up a mile and a half from the grounds of Dauphin Country Fest, […]
Toronto Argos Indigenous Cultural Night
The Toronto Argonauts are celebrating diversity on Saturday, September 23, as they host an Indigenous Cultural Night. The Toronto Argonauts are one of the oldest professional sports teams in North America and play at BMO Field (170 Princes’ Blvd.) located at Exhibition Place. The Toronto Argonaut has continued to develop its D&I practice helping spread […]