Canada and Nunavut sign long-awaited devolution agreement
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) -At a Jan. 18 Iqaluit ceremony, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Nunavut Premier P.J. Akeeagok and Nunavut Tunngavik…
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Wîhkwêntôwin is the new name of largest Edmonton neighbourhood
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The new name of Edmonton’s Oliver neighbourhood was revealed on Jan. 23 at a venue that…
Championing Change: Andrea Reimer’s Quest for Housing, Gender Equality, and Indigenous Rights
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – In a compelling conversation with Alberta Native News, Andrea Reimer, a prominent figure in Canadian public…
City council declares housing and homelessness an emergency
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – In the wake of the city’s new year homeless encampment sweep, Edmonton city council held a…
Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation opens Chief Aranazhi School
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation held the grand opening for the new Chief Aranazhi School on Jan….
Paving the Way for Inclusive Housing: Lori Deets’ Advocacy Journey
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – In a poignant discussion, Lori Deets, a resilient advocate for safe and affordable housing, sheds light…
Stay informed: Breaking the Chains of HIV / AIDS Transmission
By Chevi Rabbit for Alberta Native News (ANNews) – Last month commemorated Indigenous AIDS Awareness Week (Dec. 1 – 7) which serves as a crucial…
Call for Action on housing for vulnerable Indigenous people
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – As I sit down to write, my heart weighs heavy with the memory of my cousin…
Edmonton Policy On Dismantling Encampments Causes Continual Trauma To Indigenous People
by Kinnukana, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – In the midst of extreme cold temperatures in Alberta, the City of Edmonton is dismantling encampments displacing…
National Ribbon Skirt Day helps build awareness about the importance of Indigenous identity
by Kinnukana, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – On January 4, 2024, Canadians joined together to recognize and participate in National Ribbon Skirt Day. Observed…