ARTICLES BY Xavier Kataquapit

School Days Under the Northern Sky

It is the end of the school year and memories of my school days come flooding back, as I watch the kids in the neighbourhood with more free time on their hands. My early school days in Attawapiskat had a great effect on me. You see, the school and its ... read more ››

I recently got some bad news from home.

I recently got some bad news from home. Reg Louttit, or Mr. Bingo as he was affectionately known, has passed away. When death comes to take someone from a small, remote community like Attawapiskat, the impact is great. In Reg’s case, he was such a prominent personality and integral to the fabric ... read more ››

Under The Northern Sky

I’ve just finished a good meal of roasted chicken, mashed potatoes and turnips. I should be more careful because I think I’m gaining some weight. Come to think of it I have been eating very well lately, but often I think of my parents’ wigwam in Attawapiskat and I can ... read more ››