Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day across Alberta on June 21
by Matthew Levine, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Communities across Alberta are coming together in celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day on the 21st…
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Celebrating National Indigenous People Day in and around Edmonton
by Matthew Levine, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Throughout National Indigenous History Month there are numerous celebratory events taking place across Alberta. Many of…
Tom Jackson, Elisapie, Ferron, Fawn Wood, and Drezus added to National Music Centre’s Speak Up! exhibition
(Calgary) – In honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day, the National Music Centre (NMC) will open Studio Bell with free admission courtesy of Stantec on…
Edmonton Folk Music Festival announces stellar lineup: Feist, Fleet Foxes, Old Crow Medicine and more
Edmonton, AB – The summer festival season in Edmonton is going to be outstanding this year. One of the gems of the city – The…
Bear Grease star calls on Indigenous communities to invest in Fine Arts Education
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Tammy Lamouche’s story is an excellent example of the transformative power of the arts and its…
Musician Melody McArthur offers some notes to aspiring Indigenous artists
by Deena Goodrunning (ANNews) – Melody McArthur is an Indigenous indie musical artist who lives in Edmonton. Her music which spans a variety of genres…
TD supports emerging Indigenous artists through the OHSOTO’KINO Recording Bursary program
Sponsored by TD (ANNews) – An amazing development initiative through the National Music Centre (NMC) is providing new platforms and career opportunities for aspiring musicians…
Hip Hop artist Cody Coyote shares his healing journey
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – In recent years, Cody Coyote’s rise to fame has been undeniable. The talented artist often raps…
Musician Pooky G wins award for Hip Hop Album of the Year
by Deena Goodrunning, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – All across Turtle Island, there are many Indigenous artists creating beautiful music that reflects their experiences…
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…