Alberta Premier Rachel Notley’s apology is an important step to reconciliation
On June 2, 2015 the Truth and Reconciliation Commission met in Ottawa and delivered facts that many Canadians already knew: the 120 year reign of…
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Tsuu T’ina Nation chuckwagon – and Kurt Bensmiller – win Rangeland Derby… again
This year was extra-special for chuckwagon reinsman Kurt Bansmiller and owner Tsuu T’ina Nation as their rig posted a 1:16:73 time in the final championship…
Video: Dustin Stamp performing Fancy Dance at National Aboriginal Day in St. Albert
Saddle Lake Dancer Dustin Stamp was one of the highlights of the National Aboriginal Day celebration in St. Albert. “I love dancing and I always appreciate…
AFN Alberta Chief Craig Makinaw is ready for new challenges
Chief Craig Makinaw is member of the Ermineskin Cree Nation at Maskwacis. A knowledgeable politician with an extensive portfolio, a successful track record and experience…
Speaking out by John Copley: Exercise your right to vote in the October election
National Grand Chief Perry Bellegarde commented recently that it’s time for a changing of the guard in Ottawa. He encouraged Aboriginal and other Canadians to…
Summer School students learn about dangers of peer pressure
He’s big, he’s bald, he’s scarred, he’s scary and he looks much like a seasoned UFC fighter – but when you sit down and talk…
Alberta Indigenous Games provide a wonderful experience for Aboriginal youth
The 2015 Alberta Indigenous Games (AIG) is underway in Edmonton; the official opening took place at Rundle Park on Sunday July 12. The event began…
TRC final event drew thousands to Walk for Reconciliation in Ottawa
The work of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) is done. The final chapter drew to a close May 31 – June 3 in Ottawa…
Speaking out: TRC final report calls for immediate actions
On June 2, 2015 the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) reached the end of a six-year journey. Several Commissioners, including those who brought the task…
Norquest Aboriginal Construction Centre hosts successful open house
The Norquest-based Alberta Aboriginal Construction Career Centre (AACCC) held an open house on May 20 to introduce an innovative initiative designed to connect Aboriginal and other…