Feature artist for March 2024: Jackie Traverse
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Jackie Traverse, a versatile Indigenous artist, expresses her creativity across a myriad of mediums, ranging from…
Arts, Culture
Launching a War Against Drugs to Reclaim Indigenous Communities
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – In the obscured corners of our prosperous First World Nation known as Canada, a tale of…
Seizing the opportunity: Keith Henry’s call to Indigenous youth in Alberta
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – In the bustling landscape of Indigenous Tourism Canada, there’s a powerful voice echoing – a voice of…
New book does a deep-dive into the political journey of Former Alberta Premier Jason Kenney
by Matthew Levine, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Jeremy Appel, an independent journalist, published his first book, Kenneyism: Jason Kenney’s Pursuit of Power, on…
New title by Inuk mother and daughter duo offers support to parents of child actors
by Kinnukana, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Inuvialuit (Inuit) members, Gloria Iatridis and Canadian Actress Olivia Kate Iatridis, have released their new book, “BOOKED,…
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…
Brushstrokes of Resilience: Jackie Traverse’s Artistic Odyssey
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Jackie Traverse, a versatile Indigenous artist, expresses her creativity across a myriad of mediums, ranging from…
University of the Arts appoints first Indigenous board chair
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The Alberta University of the Arts (AUA) has appointed the first Indigenous chair of its Board…
Blue Quills University receives $2-million grant for Indigenous teacher training
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – A Treaty 6-based Indigenous university has received a $2-million grant from the Rideau Hall Foundation as…
Inuvialuk athlete Michael Iatridis’ determination and skills led him to American University Hockey
by Kinnukana, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (AJNews) – Michael Iatridis is an Inuvialuk, born and raised in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. His Inuk name is Appakaq….