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…
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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…
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…