John Ritchie and Hideaway Adventure Grounds: Always looking forward
By Laura Mushumanski, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Our enthusiastic Metis brother John Ritchie of Hideaway Adventure Grounds shared that “when you have a…
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Indigenous journalist Stephanie Joe Brings humanness into story
By Laura Mushumanski, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Literary Journalist, Stephanie Joe grew up in the Yukon on her traditional territories that connected her…
First Nation says it wasn’t consulted on celebrity businessman’s proposed data centre project
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation (SLCN) says it wasn’t consulted before celebrity businessman Kevin O’Leary announced plans…
New report focuses on how to achieve Indigenous sovereignty and shared prosperity
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – A new report says Canada can advance Indigenous sovereignty by fostering respectful nation-to-nation relationships rooted in…
Second Story Press Indigenous Writing Contest: Deadline to apply is January 31
(AJNews) – Second Story Press recently announced the launch of their fourth Indigenous Writing Contest, inviting submissions from Indigenous writers. Second Story is excited to…
With Bill 209, MLA Brooks Arcand-Paul brings humility to the province
By Laura Mushumanski, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – “It is not easy bringing understanding of reconciliation into action,” said MLA Brooks Arcand-Paul when asked…
Flying Canoë Volant Festival takes flight in Edmonton: Jan. 29 – Feb. 1
(Edmonton) – Come celebrate First Nation, Metis, and voyageur culture in Edmonton this winter. Thanks to the continuing support of their presenting sponsor ATB and…
Feature artist for September 2024: Anthony Antoine
By ANNews staff (ANNews) – Anthony Antoine is a gifted Dene sculptor who uses his hands to create beautiful art and his spirit to bring…
Trudeau’s tenure lauded for reconciliation gains but key issues remain unresolved
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – In the wake of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announcing his resignation on Jan. 6, Indigenous leaders…
Activist Leonard Peltier’s Prison Sentence Commuted in Final Days of Biden Administration
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – In one of his final acts in office, U.S. President Joe Biden commuted the sentence of…