Featured Artist for October 2014: Aaron Paquette
The gorgeous art featured on the cover of the October 2014 edition of Alberta Native News, by Aaron Paquette, is entitled Speaking with Two Voices and…
2014
Alberta First Nation challenges Federal approval of tar sands project in court
October 15, 2014, Vancouver, BC – The Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation (ACFN) are in Federal Court today in Vancouver to defend a challenge of last…
New Jersey Devils sign Jordin Tootoo to a new contract
On October 7, 2014, The New Jersey Devils announced that they have signed forward Jordin Tootoo to a new contract. The announcement was made by…
Alberta AFN Chief discusses provincial issues and other matters related to Aboriginal justice
Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Regional Chief of Alberta, Chief Cameron Alexis discussed his views on provincial First Nations leadership endeavors and issues in a…
RCMP use social media to help solve cases of missing Aboriginal women
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), in collaboration with various police partners, launched a social media campaign as part of its efforts to help solve…
Sisters in Spirit march for justice in Edmonton
About 300 people gathered at Boyle Street Community Plaza in Edmonton on October 4 for the Sisters in Spirit vigil. The event featured several speakers…
Habitat for Humanity announces milestone First Nation housing project
On October 6, the UN-designated World Habitat Day, Habitat for Humanity Canada is making significant strides in serving Aboriginal families as Habitat for Humanity Lloydminster signs a…
Alberta First Nations take a lead role in the historic NYC climate march
On September 21, upwards of 400,000 people gathered in New York City to take part in what is being coined the largest climate march in…
Aaron Paquette’s new book Lightfinder is a great read for all ages
His uncanny talent with a paintbrush and a sheet of canvas has helped rocket this Canadian artist to the top of the food chain during…
FSIN concerned about the delay in a national plan to address family violence
On September 15, 2014, the federal government announced a National Action Plan to Address Family Violence and Violent Crimes Against Aboriginal Women and Girls. The…