Summer Highlights: Poundmaker’s Powwow Video of the Grand Entry
One of the absolute highlights of the 2015 Powwow Trail was the Poundmaker’s Powwow which took place August 1-2, 2015. Alberta Native News journalist John…
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Calvin Vollrath delights the crowd at Edmonton Folk Music Festival
Calvin Vollrath is among the best known fiddlers on the continent; his name is synonymous with the success he’s gained working his way to the…
Canadian Forces Bold Eagle Program builds character and self-esteem
They marched in three columns; tidy and well-groomed, with uniforms pressed, boots polished, eyes looking straight ahead and a sense of pride and accomplishment beaming…
Aaron Paquette: NDP candidate for Edmonton Manning
Aaron Paquette, one of the country’s most recognized and accomplished artists, is representing NDP for Edmonton Manning, in Canada’s upcoming October 19 federal election. At…
Cameron Alexis is the NDP candidate for Peace River-Westlock in October 19 federal election
Cameron Alexis has worn many hats during his successful career and they’ve all been a perfect fit. Well known and highly respected as a 23…
Women Building Futures offers Class 3 Driver Training Program and more
Women Building Futures (WBF) initiated a new program this year in Edmonton, the WBF Class 3 Driver Training Program. The first class graduated this past…
North Eastern Alberta Apprenticeship Initiative connects apprentices and employers
Stats Canada says that more than 360,000 citizens are enrolling in apprenticeship programs every year but notes that only half of those who enrol actually…
Dads Matter Too – golf tourney gets underway August 26
Creating Hope Society (CHS) will host their first ever Annual Charity Golf Tournament on August 26 at the Ranch Golf and Country Club (52516 Range Road…
Poundmaker’s 2015 Powwow was an overwhelming success
First Nations from across Alberta joined together on the first weekend of August (Aug. 1-2) to help celebrate the Poundmaker’s Lodge and Treatment Centre’s 42nd…
Aboriginal Pavilion features spectacular dancing at Edmonton Heritage Days
The 40th annual Heritage Days celebrations at Edmonton’s Hawrelak Park were a resounding success with 62 pavilions representing over 80 various cultural groups from around…