The Investigative Journalism Foundation (IJF)
I’m an early-career Indigenous journalist and creative writer with experience in reporting, producing, design, and social media management. My work has been featured by the CBC, Facts & Fictions, and I currently report for the Investigative Journalism Foundation (IJF). I thrive in diverse environments and stay ahead of emerging trends in news, entertainment, fashion, politics, and digital media.
Below you can explore a few of my favourite pieces I’ve worked on.
Email: Ninah.Hermiston@theijf.org
Available for freelance work.
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The Investigative Journalism Foundation (IJF)
A centuries-old treaty recognizing cross-border mobility is colliding with modern immigration policy
Female dorm supervisor assaulted student, had his son in secret, then gave baby up for adoption
Correctional Service Canada is looking for a physician to provide clinical services at Stony Mountain Institution
With just weeks left to go in a key federal contract, the future of a youth gender-based violence awareness campaign has yet to be announced
More than 270 deaths in Ontario residential schools were previously undocumented
Indigenous communities skeptical about continued government promises to fix the problem
A pilot program underway at Public Services and Procurement Canada could eventually expand across government departments
Founder Crystal Semaganis shares her journey exposing Indigenous identity fraud in Canada
Vancouver is hiring a contractor to deliver a three-year Canada Goose Egg Management Program
Report finds 35 First Nation communities continue to face water advisories, including 9 lasting over a decade
Survivors talk of harrowing encounters with abusers and perseverance in the face of exploitation
Critical judgments coming soon could set important precedents
The northern Ontario First Nation can only be accessed by ice roads in the winter or by plane in the warmer months
The database includes decades of documents detailing abuse, poor conditions and survivors' accounts
Hundreds gathered for grand opening at site of infamous Mohawk Institute
Gatherings offer a chance to reflect on survivors' experiences and talk about intergenerational trauma and healing
Profiles - CBC Kids News
The City of Calgary honours local youth who had to call emergency services with the 911 Heroes Award. Here are some of their stories.
Calgary teen Alex Skirukha won the title of world's strongest teen at the Official Strongman Games in Madison, Wisconsin
Keira Belle Cooper stars as Bun in CBC's new TV comedy, North of North.
Fashion, Arts & Culture - CBC Kids News
With summer quickly approaching, want to know what to wear to be on trend? CBC Kids News talked to five fashion influencers to learn.
Teens describe TikTok’s floor-time trend.
Cringe or trendy? Here’s what some kids think about the term ‘slay’
TikTok is the latest social app to add more parental controls
Celebrities made strides in the fashion community this year with Zendaya wearing Mugler and brands like Ralph Lauren being showcased.
Bresis Dennis, a Mi'kmaw teen from Nova Scotia, voiced a character in a new video game called Kun'tewiktuk: A Mi'kmaw Adventure.
Q&A - CBC Kids News
Have your say. What's your story of overcoming bullying? #HaveYourSay
We asked, you answered. What's your story of overcoming bullying? #YourAnswers
We asked, you answered. What are your plans for spring break? #YourAnswers
CBC Kids News talked with Youth Chief Lacy Bird about her personal experience with MMIWG2S+ on Red Dress Day.
CBC Kids News spoke with this Métis and Cree teen about her thoughts on MMIWG2S+ on Red Dress Day.
Grade 9 student Kylie August from Squamish Nation, B.C., reflects on missing and murdering Indigenous women and girls on Red Dress Day.
Daily News - CBC Kids News
Millions of dimes spilled onto a Texas highway this week after a collision involving a tractor-trailer.