Joshua Morin – on why he chose not to attend the Papal Visit
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Joshua Morin is part of a new generation of Indigenous Advocates who did not see the…
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Pro-boxer Sheena Kaine discusses how boxing has saved her life
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Sheena Kaine is a professional boxer who promotes hope and empowerment for vulnerable people. Her experiences…
Maskwacis is divided on the Pope’s Apology.
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – In a passionate speech on July 25 in Maskwacis, Pope Francis apologized for the heinous abuse…
Province signs MOU with Siksika Nation to establish independent police force
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalist Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The provincial government is putting its support behind the establishment of an independent Siksika Nation police…
SECTION 35 streetwear – accessible clothing with an important message
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Justin Jacob Louis was born and raised in Maskwacis, Alberta, and is a member of the…
Leaders of host Nations discuss the mixed emotions surrounding the Papal apology
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The following information and material here may trigger unpleasant feelings or thoughts relating to Residential Schools and the…
Indigenous Experience brings Truth and Reconciliation to K-Days
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Attendees of this year’s K-Days have the opportunity to learn more about the region’s Indigenous cultures,…
Pope Francis Visits Sacred Heart Church of the First Peoples
by Paula E. Kirman, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Arriving to the sounds of drumming, Pope Francis made his first appearance in Edmonton at…
Pre-Papal visit panel hears from Indigneous leaders, survivors and Elders
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The following information and material here may trigger unpleasant feelings or thoughts relating to Residential Schools and the…
Speaking out: Papal visit elicits shock and sorrow in Maskwacis
By Rob Houle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The following information and material here may trigger unpleasant feelings or thoughts relating to Residential Schools and the…