Jasmine Kabatay

Jasmine Kabatay is an Anishinaabe journalist from Seine River First Nation in northwestern Ontario. She is based in Thunder Bay and has also written for the Toronto Star, and VICE News.

Latest from Jasmine Kabatay

Don't break the bank this holiday season: tips to save during the holidays

This time of year can be joyous but it can also be stressful, particularly as costs have risen. Even though it can be a stressful time, there are ways to give gifts without going over budget or breaking the bank this holiday season.

Drag Queen story-time target of another threat

The Thunder Bay Police say they are investigating a weekend threat targeting The Thunder Bay Public Library ahead of a scheduled Storytime with Thunder Bay Drag Queens event.

Indigenous markets pop up across the city ahead of holidays

A look at some Indigenous markets happening in Thunder Bay

Ontario Human Rights Tribunal fines Emo Township for refusing Pride proclamation

The Ontario Human Rights Tribunal has released its ruling in the application brought by Borderland Pride and against the Township of Emo.

Rainy day across northwestern Ontario breaks weather record

A look at the weather happening in northwestern Ontario

People across northwestern Ontario honour late Murray Sinclair and his impact on Indigenous lives

People from northwestern Ontario are remembering the Honourable Murray Sinclair for his impact in the region and across Turtle Island. Here's what they have to say about the former judge and senator who led the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.

Challenges continue to face Fort Frances council

Fort Frances, Ont., continues to face more challenges after the resignation of a council member and now the mayor's temporary leave of absence.

New temporary policy allows Indigenous people freer movement across borders

New temporary measures are being introduced to make crossing the border easier for Indigenous people

Dryden teen's duct tape prom dress makes finals in international contest

Monica Walsh made a prom dress out of duct tape for an international contest, where the top prize is a $15,000-dollar scholarship.

The Lil Bands hockey tournament is back again for another year

The biggest hockey tournament for First Nations youth in northwestern Ontario is back again. Here's a look at 2024's Lil Bands First Nation Hockey Tournament.