Mover and Shaker: Sheena T. Kaine Creates a Self-Defence Movement
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Sheena T. Kaine is sparking a powerful self-defence movement, turning awareness into tangible action beyond protests….
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The Confluence Opens a Free, Accessible Space for Indigenous Ceremony and Programming in Calgary
(Calgary, AB) – The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland and the Aboriginal Friendship Centre of Calgary (AFCC) are celebrating the grand opening of Naatowápitao’ohkánnao’p (Nah-doh-WAH-bee-doh-gah-nope)…
Warrior Women bring Cree Culture to the International Indigenous Tourism Conference in Edmonton
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Mackenzie Brown (Kamamak, which means “butterfly” in Cree) and Matricia Bauer (Isko-achitaw Waciy / ᐃᐢᑯ ᐃᐦᒋᑕ…
SACRID Beauty: A Brand with Culture and Commerce at Its Core
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Jacqueline Buffalo of Montana First Nation is part of a growing wave of Indigenous women entrepreneurs…
Consent, Not Consultation : Alberta Treaty Chiefs Are Reclaiming the Pipeline Narrative
by John Wirth, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – To hear Alberta government representatives reflect on their January 13th meeting, delegates of the Confederacy of…
Rooted in the Land, Leading with Purpose: Sherry Greene’s Vision for Indigenous-Led Sustainability
by Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – On Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton, Sherry Greene – known as Night Lodge Woman – is…
Healing through Podcasting: Native Calgarian’s podcast highlights Indigenous voices and rising hate in Alberta
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – “I am Red Thunderwoman, my colonial name is Michelle Robinson. I am a Sahtu Dene, a…
AFN Issues Advisory Warning for First Nations Travelling to the United States
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) has issued an urgent travel advisory for First Nations citizens…
Standing Chief: Jerry Saddleback’s journey through Indigenous social work and cultural reclamation
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Jerry Saddleback Jr., Plains Cree from Samson Cree Nation, Treaty No. 6 Territory, has embarked on…
International Indigenous Games & Gathering announced for 2027 on Treaty 6, 7, and 8 Territories
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The 2027 International Indigenous Games & Gathering is coming to Alberta. It will take place from…