Alberta and Blackfoot Confederacy renew agreement
(September 23, 2019) – The Alberta government and Blackfoot Confederacy have renewed an important relationship agreement that will have both parties working closely. “Our government…
Literature
Author Darrel J. McLeod is a finalist for the 2019 Butler Book Prize
(September 2019) – Douglas & McIntyre is pleased to announce that Darrel J. McLeod and his first book, Mamaskatch: A Cree Coming of Age, have been…
Moccasin Square Gardens: a wonderful collection of short stories by Richard Van Camp
Review by Deborah Shatz (ANNews) – Richard Van Camp is a quintessential storyteller and he shines in his latest offering Moccasin Square Gardens – a…
Indigenous Languages Resource Centre to open at the Central Library in Calgary
(January 23, 2019) – A new program at Calgary’s Central Library will make Indigenous resources more accessible and help preserve history, culture and language. The…
Indspire Awards celebration will be held in Calgary on February 22
(ANNews) – Twelve outstanding First Nations, Inuit, and Métis individuals will be honoured with the 2019 Indspire Awards at a special celebration on February 22 in…
Author Richard Van Camp reflects on his 2018 CODE Burt Honour book award
by John Copley (ANNews) – The front page at burtaward.com shines with the smiling face of Cherie Dimaline, author of the book, Marrow Thieves and the winner…
Colouring it Forward – it’s more than just a colouring book!
by John Copley (ANNews) – The axiom “it’s a must-see” is an apt description of colouringitforward.com‘ because unless you’ve already seen the company’s products in…
Cree author Darrel McLeod wins Governor General’s Literary Award
(November 2018) – Cree author Darrel J. McLeod’s powerful memoir, Mamaskatch: A Cree Coming of Age, is a heart-breaking story of resilience – a must-read for…
Strengthening Indigenous languages in Alberta schools
(November 15, 2018) – The Alberta government is investing in a new program that will bring Indigenous language education into classrooms across the province. The…
Local boy wins National Indigenous Writing Award
by John Copley (ANNews) – ‘The snow was melting, and the birds were singing, and the clouds were moving. Kay-Lynn and Jacob decided to leave…