Centre High Indigenous Leadership Program lifts spirits for students in Edmonton
by John Copley (ANNews) – Blake Muskwa was raised in the community of Little Buffalo and recently moved into Edmonton to attend school. He’s been…
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Junior Journeys program brings cultural exchange to Jasper Place students in YEG
by John Copley (ANNews) – Community, discovery, sharing, fun, adventure, uplifting, friendship, enlightenment, safe, and personal growth are descriptors for the Junior Journeys Cultural Exchange…
Remembrance Day ceremonies drew large crowds across Canada
by John Copley (ANNews) – The sky was grey and the morning air was cool, but the wind was slight and the walk was short….
Aboriginal seniors make a positive difference in Edmonton schools
by John Copley (ANNews) – The Active Aboriginal Seniors Group of Edmonton (AASGE) was formed in May 2014 by Edmonton senior Lynn Lush, an active…
Med students gain Aboriginal perspective on health
by Bev Betkowski (University of Alberta) – Colin Siu believes Aboriginal patients have much to teach doctors, which is why the University of Alberta medical…
Amiskwaciy Academy unveils new programs during fall feast
by John Copley (ANNews) – Amiskwaciy Academy’s 2015 Fall Feast took place at the school on Friday, October 9, and once again the chairs were…
Feature artist for Oct. 2015: Linus Woods
The beautiful art on the cover of the October issue of Alberta Native News is entitled Coyotchena Spirit Helper by the very talented artist Linus…
Summer School students learn about dangers of peer pressure
He’s big, he’s bald, he’s scarred, he’s scary and he looks much like a seasoned UFC fighter – but when you sit down and talk…
Hard work yields positive literacy results at Northland School Division
Northland School Division No.61’s (NSD61) long term vision for the division-wide Literacy Initiative is coming to fruition after three years. Gail Sajo, Literacy Supervisor, presented…
Amiskwaciy Academy 2015 graduation: Honour your culture, continue your quest for knowledge
On June 4, graduating students at Amiskwaciy Academy in Edmonton gathered with their peers, teachers, parents and supporters to celebrate the successful conclusion of 12…