Something Good is Cooking!

The air is getting colder and the days shorter, fall is here, and in Eeyou Istchee, winter comes quickly.  Winter is a tough season, and for those that are not prepared for it, it can be especially long.  Long ago, those that lived in off of the land had to prepare for winter to ensure …

Preservation Workshop

On September 17th and 18th ACCI held a Preservation Workshop in partnership with the Centre de Conservation du Quebec (CCQ) .  The workshop was the “final” phase of the Outreach Project started in October 2012.  The project’s main objective was to survey all collections in the Cree communities and to offer preservation advice supporting the …

General Conference of the International Council of Museums

From August 10 to 17, Rio de Janeiro heldthe 23rd triennial General Conference of the International Council of Museums (ICOM). The Conference was a great opportunity to meet other museum professionals and learn about projects from cultural centers world-wide.   The Cidadedas Artes was the venue chosen for the event, a beautiful location where shows, …

ACCI Hosts Major Tourism Announcement by Minister of Tourism

The Aanischaaukamikw Cree Cultural Institute has once again hosted a major tourist gathering in the region. The Quebec Minister for Tourism, Pascal Bérubé was at ACCI to announce a Funding Agreement totaling $1.4 million to be invested in the region for tourism development. Representatives from the Crees and Jamesian along with The Cree Tourism Association …

Canadian Museum of Civilization Internship Program

Lisa Petawabano, our archivist has been accepted in the Canadian Museum of Civilization Internship Program.  Congratulations Lisa, We are proud of you! Lisa Petawabano I am sooo excited about my internship! I can’t wait to get started!  This wonderful program available to native people in Canada will provide me with an 8 month hands-on experience at the …

Actor Adam Beach visits ACCI

Wednesday, July 31st saw a visit to ACCI by Adam Beach, star of the popular TV series, Arctic Air. Adam was in Ouje for a gathering of the Cree Youth Council and walked up to see the museum with his host, Joshua Iserhoff. Stephen Inglis, Adam Beach & Joshua Iserhoff It was a pleasure to …

Replicating a Hood – Paula Menarick

The replication project is in its final stages and Paula Menarick has come back for a visit to complete the beaded hood. Having her come to replicate a hood in our building in front of our eyes allowed us the perfect opportunity to record and document the type of work our ancestors would have done …