Northern Cree Singers nominated for 2017 Grammy Award
by John Copley (ANNews) – Later this week the Northern Cree Singers will find out if seven is their lucky number. That’s because on February 12,…
Culture
Ahousaht First Nation celebrates historic land use vision
(TOFINO) — On January 25, 2017, the Ahousaht First Nation released the first phase of their long-term sustainable economic development plan for their hahoulthlee (territory) in…
Heather Shillinglaw exhibit featured at Stony Plain Multicultural Centre until March 3, 2017
by John Copley (ANNews) – The Stony Plain Multicultural Centre is currently hosting Métis artist Heather Shillinglaw’s newest exhibition of art entitled “Buffalo Corral,” a…
Canada and Siksika Nation advance reconciliation with Castle Mountain Settlement
(Jan. 25, 2017) – The Government of Canada and the Siksika Nation have concluded a negotiated claim settlement to resolve a longstanding dispute and move…
Exciting Metis jigging and fiddling celebration and competition will be held Feb. 18 &19
by John Copley (ANNews) – If you are looking for fun and adventure and a great place for some real family entertainment, you can find…
Alberta’s Future Leaders seeks youth and mentors for summer 2017
by John Copley (ANNews) – Are you a self-motivated post-secondary student and/or young adult who enjoys working with youth? If the answer is yes and…
Edmonton’s Scona High School hosts Métis Week and other cultural celebrations
By John Copley (ANNews) – Strathcona High, an Edmonton Public Schools District high school, known as Scona, is located at 10450 72 Avenue. Originally constructed…
Amiskwaciy Academy hosts a wonderful winter feast
by John Copley (ANNews) – On December 9, Amiskwaciy Academy hosted its annual Christmas Winter Feast, an event that saw more than 500 guests enjoy…
Positive momentum follows workshop for Indigenous Language Instructors
(Dec. 21, 2016) – Indigenous Language Instructors for Northland School Division No.61 (NSD61), Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council (KTC), Bigstone Cree Nation and High…
Statement by Minister Bennett, honouring the memory of Louis Riel
OTTAWA, Nov. 16, 2016 /CNW/ – Today, the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs, released the following statement On behalf of the Government of…