Indigenous ceremonial ground in Edmonton nears completion
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Edmonton will soon be home to Canada’s first urban Indigenous ceremonial grounds, with construction underway on…
Culture
Honouring Residential School & Holocaust Survivors: A conversation with Carol Wylie & Terri Cardinal
(Edmonton) – The Edmonton Public Library and the Jewish Federation of Edmonton are proud to host Saskatchewan artist Carol Wylie and Saddle Lake Indigenous Educator…
Giving Back To The Streets 5: Indigenous food, music and kindness for everyone
by Deena Goodrunning, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – On September 25, 2022 a beautiful event took place at Amiskwacîwâskahikan, the Turtle Island city colonially…
BBMA approves record-breaking $1 million in awards for Alberta Métis students
(ANNews) – The Belcourt Brosseau Métis Awards (BBMA) has announced their Million Dollar Milestone, approving over $1 million in scholarships to Alberta Métis Students this…
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Northeast Edmonton
by Paula E. Kirman, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – A number of events were held on September 30th to mark the National Day for…
University of Alberta Native Studies has several accessible pathways to learning
By Avery Letendre, Jill Flaman, and Freda Cardinal (ANNews) Many people have goals to further their education and build new skill sets for their careers,…
The Town of Devon is an example of Rural Alberta’s new relationship with Treaties
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The Second annual Treaty Six Day in the Town of Devon, Alberta was held on Saturday,…
Local artist donates hand crafted Metis cultural items to kids in care
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – A few weeks ago, local Indigenous designer Jamie Stewart dropped by the Metis Child and Family…
Examining truth and reconciliation in education
By Regan Treewater, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Since Pope Francis’ historic visit to Canada, and his touring of former residential school sites, many…
Dreamspeakers presents Arts in the Alley – Autumnal Sun in Edmonton: September 17 & 18
(ANNews) – Dreamspeakers Festival Society is pleased to present Arts in the Alley – Autumnal Sun featuring the animated Indigenous art installation – Light Strikes….