Toasted Sister: Indigenous Food, Storytelling, and the Meaning Behind Every Plate
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Approaching Indigenous food as both a reporter and a curious listener, I found that Andi Murphy’s…
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Blackfoot Crossing: A Living Treaty Site Driving Indigenous-Led Tourism in Alberta
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – As National Tourism Week highlights travel experiences across Canada, Blackfoot Crossing Historical Park is being recognized…
Calgary designer builds fashion brand grounded in cultural resurgence
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – At 41, Calgary-based Indigenous fashion designer Stephanie Gamble is building a career that bridges fashion, cultural…
Alberta’s healthcare hinges on function, not structure, says rural anesthesiologist
by Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Dr. Alika Lafontaine, a rural anesthesiologist in Grande Prairie and former president of the Canadian Medical…
The Empire of Julie: How One First Nation Entrepreneur is Redefining Beauty and Business
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Julie Laflamme isn’t just building a business – she’s creating an empire rooted in identity, resilience,…
From Time Served to Time Invested: Phoebe Bull’s Evolution into Tattoo Artistry
by Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Phoebe Bull’s evolution into tattoo artistry didn’t follow a conventional path – it began behind bars,…
Bear Creek Wins Juno Award for Traditional Indigenous Music
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The Indigenous traditional music group Bear Creek has made history, winning the Traditional Indigenous Artist or…
Nipisihkopahk Cultural Hall Opens Its Doors to the Community at Samson Cree Nation
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The Nipisihkopahk Cultural Hall officially opened its doors today, in Maskwacis, Alberta, offering a new and…
Nayoskan Treatment Centre is healing through culture and recovery in Maskwacis
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The Nayoskan Treatment Centre in Maskwacis is helping individuals and families across Alberta reclaim their lives…
Hip Hop artist Tony Tootoosis is making moves in music and culture
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Tony Tootoosis, born Anthony Tootoosis and known professionally as Tony Toosick is from Poundmaker First Nation; he…