NorQuest Panel discusses the celebration of Canada 150
By Regan Treewater (ANNews) – Since 1965 NorQuest College has trained the vocational professionals of Northern Alberta but it has only been within the last…
Culture
World Indigenous Nations Games promotes peace, sport and culture
By Terry Lusty (ANNews) – The World Indigenous Nations Games came to a close on July 9, 2017 after an action-packed week with over 20,000…
Bring your friends & families to K-Days – Edmonton’s biggest festival: July 21 – 30
(July 20, 2017) – “K-Days offers a bounty of excitement and fun for Albertans and visitors from all over, and is a great way to…
K-Days Pow Wow is coming soon – the deadline for the Indigenous Princess Pageant is July 17
(ANNews) – When the K-Days gates open each July in Edmonton Alberta, fair-goers know to expect great rides, great food and great entertainment. This year’s…
I-SPARC unveils new Team BC Theme Song for North American Indigenous Games
Victoria, BC – After launching a province-wide competition, the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC) has unveiled Team BC’s new theme song set…
2017 World Indigenous Games celebration comes to a close
Treaty No. 6 Territory, July 10, 2017: “On behalf of the organizers for the World Indigenous Nations (WIN) Games 2017, I would like to thank…
Free Youth Conference kicks off today – in conjunction with the World Indigenous Games
(Treaty 6 Territory, July 5, 2017) – In conjunction with the World Indigenous Nations Games 2017 being held in Maskwacis today, there will also be…
Minister Carolyn Bennett commends the World Indigenous Games athletes and organizers
ERMINESKIN CREE NATION, AB, July 4, 2017 /CNW/ – The Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs, issued the following statement today: “We are…
Reconciliation Week in Edmonton builds important bridges
By Terry Lusty (ANNews) – Two years have come and gone since the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s (TRC) Closing Ceremonies in Ottawa drew attention to…
Book Review: Glass Beads by Dawn Dumont
Reviewed by Deborah Shatz (ANNews) – The high heeled Chuck Taylor sneakers with gorgeous beaded First Nation themed embroidery on the cover of Dawn Dumont’s…