Orange Shirt Day and Threads of Change: Indigenous Teachings, Insight, and Voices in the Classroom
By Lesley Machon, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – I am writing today from my seat on Treaty 7 territory: the traditional lands of the…
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Pilot Project brings new inclusive sport opportunities for Alberta First Nations youth
by Kinnukana, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – On August 25, 2023, the First Nations Health Consortium (Consortium), in partnership with NHL Street, HEROs Hockey,…
Powwow dancer James Jones on the renaissance of traditional Cree kinship roles
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – James Jones, renowned as Notorious Cree, has left an indelible mark on the powwow circuit, showcasing…
Chief Tony Alexis inspires the crowd at the Samson Cree Nation Powwow
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – In Indigenous communities, the rhythmic pulse of the powwow resonates as an inviting heartbeat, welcoming all…
Athabasca U Master of Nursing grad shines light on gaps in Indigenous health care
(ANNews) – 2023 Athabasca University (AU) Master of Nursing grad, Michelle Monkman, has made it a lifelong goal to improve the health of people in…
Chief Greg Desjarlais inspires the crowd at Samson Cree Nation Powwow
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – As the 2023 Pow Wow season is coming to an end, it ushers in a profound…
Papal Visit – One Year in Review
By Rob Houle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – It has been just over one year since His Holiness embarked on a penitential pilgrimage to…
Katherine Swampy: A journey from the rez to global recognition for academic excellence
by Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Katherine Swampy’s remarkable journey, from a modest upbringing on the rez to global recognition in academic…
Reform Jewish congregants in Edmonton continue their reconciliation journey
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Members of Edmonton’s Reform congregation, Temple Beth Ora (TBO), went on a guided medicine walk on…
Blue Jean Jacket Day launches in Edmonton
by Paula E. Kirman, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – A community of family members, survivors, allies, and advocates gathered in Edmonton on June 6…