New book explores the legacy of Louis Riel
By Terry Lusty (ANNews) – The posthumous journey of Louis Riel from Canadian enemy to Canadian hero is as riveting as it is paradoxical. A…
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Calgary judge rules class-action defamation lawsuit against Catholic priest can proceed
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – A Calgary judge has struck down a motion seeking to block a class-action defamation lawsuit launched…
Métis Spring Festival returns to Servus Place in St. Albert: May 17 – 19
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The Métis Spring Festival is returning to Servus Place in St. Albert this year from May…
Federal court orders government to revise parts of its agreement with the MNA
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The Canadian government must amend the self-government agreement it signed with the Métis Nation of Alberta…
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…
Tsuut’ina introduces Idanaguts’ishoti program for youth aging out of care
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Tsuut’ina Nation has established a new program to assist young adults who are transitioning out 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…
Jodi Stonehouse: Championing Water Rights for Farmers and Indigenous Peoples
by Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Jodi Calahoo Stonehouse, a political contender for the Alberta NDP leadership race, brings a unique blend…
Efforts underway to find Michel Band descendants to establish Michel Callihoo Nation
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The Michel Callihoo Nation Society (MCNS) is in search of people who are descended from members…
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…