Systemic racism requires more than a bandaid solution
Edmonton Elder Gary Moostoos was sitting in the City Centre Mall just finishing his lunch when he was approached by security personnel who demanded his…
Articles by Alberta Native News
Opportunity abounds for Aboriginal communities near oil sands projects
When Pimee Well Servicing approached Cenovus Energy with a proposal for a new oil well service rig in early 2013, both parties could see potential…
Edmonton Aboriginal Senior’s Centre has something for everyone
The Edmonton Aboriginal Senior’s Centre (EASC) is a facility full of surprises – interesting programs, ongoing initiatives and entertaining events. The 28 year old organization…
Featured Artist for November 2014: Jessica Desmoulin
The beautiful art that is featured on the cover of the November issue of Alberta Native News is a detail from a painting entitled Dream…
AFN praises strength of Rinelle Harper & family and commends police action and public support
(Ottawa, ON) – Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Regional Chief for Alberta Cameron Alexis today offered his thoughts and prayers to the family of 16…
AFN calls for urgent investments in First Nation families and communities
(Ottawa, ON) – The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) responded to this week’s federal Fiscal Update delivered by Finance Minister Joe Oliver that projects five…
Wood Buffalo Environmental Assoc. translates info-video into Cree and Dene languages
Fort McMurray, Alberta – In its continued effort to better inform and engage with Aboriginal community members, the Wood Buffalo Environmental Association (WBEA) has translated…
Paying tribute to First Nation veterans and their families
Ottawa, ON) – As people across this country pay tribute to Canadian veterans, Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Regional Chief for NWT Bill Erasmus urges…
Four Treaty 8 First Nations Take Site C Decision to Court
FORT ST. JOHN, TREATY 8 TERRITORY–(Marketwired – Nov. 6, 2014) – On November 5, 2014, Doig River First Nation, Prophet River First Nation, West Moberly…
ATEP graduate receives Edwin Parr award
November 4, 2014 – Deborah Gladue-McLeod, a graduate from the University of Alberta and Northern Lakes College Aboriginal Teacher Education Program (ATEP), is this year’s…