Chief Tony Alexis inspires the crowd at the Samson Cree Nation Powwow
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – In Indigenous communities, the rhythmic pulse of the powwow resonates as an inviting heartbeat, welcoming all…
August 2023
Calgary Stampede had something for everyone!
by Terry Lusty, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The Calgary Stampede wrapped up another successful season! It was held from July 7-16 and came…
Bear Grease wows K Days crowds in Edmonton
by Terry Lusty, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – For the second consecutive year Edmonton’s K Days featured the Indigenous Experience. One of the larger…
Dr. Tyler White was destined to be a leader in health services for his Nation
by Kinnukana (ANNews) – Dr. Tyler White, a member of the Siksika First Nation in Alberta, is an inspirational, visionary leader and advocate for his…
AHS Indigenous Support Line to expand beyond north and south zones this year
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Alberta Health Services’ (AHS) Indigenous Support Line launched in May 2022 for the north and south…
Athabasca U Master of Nursing grad shines light on gaps in Indigenous health care
(ANNews) – 2023 Athabasca University (AU) Master of Nursing grad, Michelle Monkman, has made it a lifelong goal to improve the health of people in…
Pioneering Metis lawyer Andrea Menard is advocating for inclusive Canadian law
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Amidst the intricacies of the legal world, Andrea Menard emerges as a pioneering Métis legal luminary,…
NWT evacuees disappointed by lack of assistance by GNWT
by Kinnukana, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – A week has passed since Yellowknife, Ndılǫ, Dettah and Ingraham Trail residents were ordered to evacuate from…
Chief Greg Desjarlais inspires the crowd at Samson Cree Nation Powwow
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – As the 2023 Pow Wow season is coming to an end, it ushers in a profound…
Lannie Houle: Cultural representation on the Miss Universe Canada Stage
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Lannie Houle, an extraordinary Plains Cree and Syilx Okanagan woman, is not merely a contestant in…