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….
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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…
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…
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…