Royal Alexandra Hospital honours Red Dress Day with Walk of Honour
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Dionne L’Hirondelle, an Indigenous Wellness Coordinator at Royal Alexandra Hospital, led a Walk of Honour around…
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Liquid Gold: A Métis Entrepreneur’s Legacy from Pemmican to Tallow
By John Wirth, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Jessica is a determined Métis entrepreneur and owner of Jessica’s Liquid Gold Tallow, a company that…
Dr. Alika Lafontaine: Healthcare System is Under Strain as Canada Faces Growing Gaps in Care
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Dr. Alika Lafontaine says Canada’s healthcare system is entering a period where long-standing structures are no…
Dr. Alika Lafontaine: When Health Lives Beyond Hospitals – Rebuilding the Community Roots of Care
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Dr. Alika Lafontaine says Alberta’s healthcare system is carrying pressures that cannot be solved by hospital…
Toasted Sister: Indigenous Food, Storytelling, and the Meaning Behind Every Plate
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Approaching Indigenous food as both a reporter and a curious listener, I found that Andi Murphy’s…
Alberta’s healthcare hinges on function, not structure, says rural anesthesiologist
by Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Dr. Alika Lafontaine, a rural anesthesiologist in Grande Prairie and former president of the Canadian Medical…
Nayoskan Treatment Centre is healing through culture and recovery in Maskwacis
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The Nayoskan Treatment Centre in Maskwacis is helping individuals and families across Alberta reclaim their lives…
Kaber’s Story: Balancing Duty, Family, and Education
(NLC) – Kaber Koski’s career as a first responder is evidence of his dedication to service, community, and lifelong learning. As Deputy Chief of the…
A Drum, a Meal and a Place to be: ICAA starts Indigenous Men’s Wellness Group
By Troy Dumont, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – A Biweekly Edmonton gathering aims to ease isolation and build community among Indigenous men. A few…
Otipemisiwak Métis Gov’t is Bringing Support Session for Men Facing Gender-Based Violence to Calgary
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The Otipemisiwak Métis Government is hosting a series of events across the province geared towards men…