Feature artist for February 2024: Gene Boshkaykin
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The cover of the February edition of Alberta Native News is a vibrant portrait of a…
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Navigating gender identity policies in Alberta: A call for inclusivity
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s recent announcement of gender identity policies has ignited a polarizing debate across…
Musée Héritage Museum exhibition explores the history and evolution of Indigenous Languages
by Kinnukana, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Musée Héritage Museum in St. Albert, Alberta is hosting an exhibition called First Languages until Saturday, February 24th,…
Empowerment through adversity: Amanda Paul-Wanotch’s journey with Chan International
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – In a remarkable journey of resilience, empowerment, and spiritual awakening, Amanda Paul-Wanotch’s story stands as a…
Phyllis Webstad tirelessly helps others learn about the atrocities of the Indian Residential Schools
by Kinnukana, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Phyllis Webstad, a Residential School Survivor, and the founder of Orange Shirt Day has inspired many people…
Press freedom advocates call for Edmonton police to drop charges against journalist Brandi Morin
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Press freedom advocates joined together on Jan. 29 to call for the dropping of criminal charges…
Acimowin Opaspiw Society says police refusing to investigate Saddle Lake mass graves
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – A year after announcing the discovery of undocumented mass graves at the former Blue Quills Residential…
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…
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…