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…
Advocacy
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…
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…
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…
Edmonton, Aboriginal Veterans Society of Alberta recognize National Indigenous Veterans Day
(Edmonton) – The City of Edmonton and the Aboriginal Veterans Society of Alberta hosted a special commemorative event for National Indigenous Veterans Day at Edmonton’s…
Indigenous veterans honoured with two new memorials in Grande Prairie
by Kinnukana, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – A National Indigenous Veterans Day memorial event was held on November 8, 2023, at the Veterans Memorial…
Yarrow Currie: Championing Indigenous families impacted by Gender-Based and Domestic Violence
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – In a world where advocates and change-makers leave their indelible mark, one individual is standing out…
New therapeutic foster care program looking for caregivers for youth
(ANNews) – The Edmonton-based Family Centre is thrilled to announce their newest program, ohpikîhakan. ohpikîhakan was developed to meet the holistic needs (mental, physical, spiritual, and…