2018 Métis Spring Festival coming to St. Albert on May 18-20
by John Copley (ANNews) – St. Albert’s spacious Servus Place will continue as it has since 2010 when it plays host to the 2018 Métis…
Role Models
Marlene Poitras makes history as first female AFN Alberta Regional Chief
By John Copley (ANNews) – On Thursday, February 22, 2018 Alberta’s First Nations Chiefs met in Edmonton and cast their ballots in an election that…
Sharing the stories of Cadotte Lake Students
By Deborah Shatz (ANNews) – Lorne Dach, MLA for Edmonton – McClung and Richard Feehan, Minister of Indigenous Relations, showcased the writing skills of Cadotte…
Indigenous Men’s Gathering ignites the Warrior Spirit
by John Copley (ANNews) – The Indigenous Men’s Gathering (IMG), “Igniting the Warrior Spirit” took place at the Edmonton Inn and Conference Centre on February…
Muriel Stanley Venne is named Honourary Skirt at the 2018 SkirtsAfire Festival in YEG
(Edmonton) – The SkirtsAfire Festival, March 8 – 11, 2018, is a 4-day multidisciplinary arts festival which celebrates women in the arts. It is held in various venues along Alberta…
2018 Belcourt Brosseau Métis scholarship applications are due March 31
by John Copley (ANNews) – The Belcourt Brosseau Métis Awards (BBMA) gala will take place at the Edmonton Inn and Conference Centre at 11834 Kingsway…
Irving K. Barber Award recipient Cody Isaac is leading by example
(ANNews) – Cody Isaac is focused on sharing his positive energy with young people the world over. He’s moved closer to achieving that goal courtesy…
Feature artist for February 2018: Brenda Morency
by John Copley (ANNews) – Brenda Morency, aka Seekachees, is an artist, an educator, an entrepreneur, a student and a member of the Swan River…
Westmount Junior High School promotes a wonderful community of learning
by John Copley (ANNews) – Last month we offered our readers a look at Prince Charles Elementary School, Principal Judy Toews, music teachers Judy Gatto…
Harvey Succarro receives Amiskawciy Academy Honour Blanket
by John Copley (ANNews) – “Amiskwaciy Academy appreciates the work being done on behalf of the school by its many volunteers and community partners,” explains Elder…