July 21st is Indigenous Day at KDays in Edmonton
July 20, 2025 (Edmonton, Alberta)— KDays rolls into day four on Monday, July 21, with Indigenous Day. This full-day celebration of Indigenous culture, creativity and community…
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Tree planting frenzy kicks off the summer in Edmonton’s Kihcihkaw Askî
Photos and article by Terry Lusty, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The city of Edmonton’s Root for Trees initiative has again opened its doors,…
Flying Canoë Volant Festival takes flight in Edmonton: Jan. 29 – Feb. 1
(Edmonton) – Come celebrate First Nation, Metis, and voyageur culture in Edmonton this winter. Thanks to the continuing support of their presenting sponsor ATB and…
Maskwacis Entrepreneur and Community Advocate Taylor Bull Makes Waves in Multiple Arenas
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Taylor Bull is a role model for young men who need second chances, faced struggles, but…
Calgary Public Library offers Powwow Trail 101
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – For the second year, Calgarians have the chance to learn everything they’ve wanted to know about…
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…
Aysanabee: Telling Family Stories Through Songs
by Paula E. Kirman, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Listening to family stories isn’t just a way to make great memories – it can…
Orange Shirt Day and Threads of Change: Indigenous Teachings, Insight, and Voices in the Classroom
By Lesley Machon, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – I am writing today from my seat on Treaty 7 territory: the traditional lands of the…
Canadian music icon Robbie Robertson is singing with angels
By Terry Lusty, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The last member of the much-heralded group, The Band, has left Planet Earth. Jaime Royal Robertson,…