Dancer Kenton Alook preserves and promotes Métis culture through jigging
By Deena Goodrunning, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Jigging is a traditional Métis dance that’s existed on Turtle Island for hundreds of years and…
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A conversation with Calgary Stampede First Nations Princess Margaret Holloway
By Deena Goodrunning, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The Calgary Stampede First Nations Princess holds many roles and responsibilities. Not only does she represent…
Beauty Queen spotlights the beauty of Indigenous culture and peoples
By Deena Goodrunning, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Indigenous beauty shines everywhere on Turtle Island, and one example of a shining Indigenous beauty is…
Métis Spring Festival returns to Servus Place in St. Albert: May 17 – 19
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The Métis Spring Festival is returning to Servus Place in St. Albert this year from May…
Cree Hoop Dancer Dallas Arcand Jr. shines at the Alberta Country Music Awards
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Dallas Arcand Jr., from the Alexander First Nation, embodies the talent and indigenous brilliance nurtured by…
Powwow dancer Karen Pheasant-Neganigwane inducted into the Canadian Dance Hall of Fame
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – In a landmark moment for Indigenous culture, Karen Pheasant-Neganigwane, an Anishinaabe dancer, scholar, and author from…
Chayla Delorme Maracle captivates audience at Edmonton City Hall on Sisters in Spirit Day
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Chayla Delorme Maracle, an extraordinary Cree woman, student, artist, and businesswoman, graced the stage in Edmonton…
Powwow Dancer Ern Tobaccojuice: A journey of healing and advocacy
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – In Maskwacis last month, the 2023 Samson Cree Nation Celebration Powwow was graced by Ern Tobaccojuice,…
Powwow dancer James Jones on the renaissance of traditional Cree kinship roles
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – James Jones, renowned as Notorious Cree, has left an indelible mark on the powwow circuit, showcasing…
Calgary Stampede had something for everyone!
by Terry Lusty, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The Calgary Stampede wrapped up another successful season! It was held from July 7-16 and came…