Dawn Dumont tells a great story with an important message
Dawn Dumont is an accomplished and celebrated Aboriginal woman whose talent and media savvy has enabled her to write and deliver stand-up comedy, co-host APTN’s…
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New book explores Indigenous Pathways in New Media Art
Coded Territories: Tracing Indigenous Pathways in New Media Art is an exciting collection of essays that provides a historical and contemporary context for Indigenous new…
He’s an Indian cowboy at the Canadian Finals Rodeo . . . .
Bull riding and bronc riding never fail to draw in good-sized crowds at any given rodeo. With the passing of Ft. Vermilion’s Kenton Randle (Metis) a…
Tom Jackson brings his Huron Carole to Edmonton on December 6
Edmonton, AB – On December 6, actor, singer, and lifetime philanthropist Tom Jackson brings his nationwide tour The Huron Carole – A Musical to Edmonton…
Everyone has a responsibility to prevent and eliminate violence against women and girls
(Ottawa, ON) – In recognition of the United Nations’ International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women acknowledged globally every November 25, Assembly of…
Blackstock: We must end discrimination against First Nations children
Dr. Cindy Blackstock was in Edmonton last month to speak at the Women’s Legal Education and Action Fund regarding ending discrimination against First Nations children….
Treaty 6 job fair features employment partnerships and career opportunities
Last month, Treaty Six Aboriginal Skills, Employment and Training Strategy (ASETS) agreement holders and partners hosted “the largest job fair in Alberta organized by First…
BC Hydro blazes a trail of positive workforce initiatives
Canada’s Aboriginal peoples want to share in an equitable future with the rest of the country and for several decades have been utilizing every resource…
Elder would like more than words of apology – he’d like action
Several hundred people gathered in support of Elder Gary Moostoos at City Centre Mall the afternoon of November 8. An Idle No More style rally…
Tsuu T’ina Nation to host Indian Resource Council AGM and trades show: Nov. 26-27
The Indian Resource Council (IRC) will host its Annual General Meeting and Trades Show at the Grey Eagle Casino and Resort on the Tsuu T’ina…