Under the Northern Sky: The legacy of laughter
I awoke today to the sad news that Robin Williams had passed away. His story reminded me of one my favourite operas and one of…
Articles by Alberta Native News
Immediate Action is needed to limit impacts of Mount Polley Mine tailings pond breach
OTTAWA, ON – On August 7, 2014 the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) called for immediate action to address and limit any potential impacts of…
AER needs to get tough with CNRL: Greenpeace
In reaction to Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (CNRL) seeking approval to resume crude extraction from its spill-plagued tar sands property near Primrose Lake, Mike Hudema,…
Mount Polley Mine spill threatens health of residents, drinking water and salmon runs
(Coast Salish Territory/Vancouver – August 6, 2014) In the early morning hours of August 4, BC Day, a catastrophic breach of Imperial Metals’ Mount Polley…
Raising Treaty No. 8 territory signs in Northern Alberta
August 5, 2014 – The Treaty 8 First Nations of Alberta will be erecting signs on the borders of their territory that falls with the…
2014 Enoch Cree Nation Powwow – Photos by Terry Lusty
It is powwow season across Turtle Island and Alberta Native News photo-journalist Terry Lusty has taken some stunning images that showcase the beautiful dancers, their…
Chief Sam: Pipeline approval is contingent on collaborative National Energy Strategy
On July 30 2014, Lower Nicola Indian Band Chief Aaron Sam sent a letter to Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper to outline his concerns about…
Aboriginal veterans nominated to France’s legendary Legion of Honour
The Aboriginal Veterans Society of Alberta (AVSA) needs an influx of new members. This year again, they had difficulty making a quorum at their recent…
LA Kings and Dwight King agree to terms of a new three-year deal
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Kings – the 2014 Stanley Cup Champions – have agreed to terms on a new three-year contract with restricted free…
Canada recognizes that action is needed to advance treaty negotiations
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA – The Treaty Commission welcomes the recent commitment by the Government of Canada to change federal mandates that have been obstacles to…