Elder congratulates ANNews for exemplary coverage of National Gathering of Elders
(November 1, 2017) Dear Editor – John Copley is to be congratulated for his comprehensive summary of the keynote forums, the first of its kind…
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National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women release interim report
(Ottawa, ON) – The Commissioners of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (NI-MMIWG) have released their interim report, meeting their…
AFN to Canada: Comply with CHRT Ruling, Support First Nations Children Now
OTTAWA, Nov. 2, 2017 /CNW/ – Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Perry Bellegarde addressed supporters gathered today on Parliament Hill for the National Day…
North Slave Métis Alliance calls Federal Court decision a huge win
Yellowknife – On October 19, 2017, The Federal Court of Canada held that the North Slave Métis Alliance (NSMA) was not adequately consulted by Canada respecting…
iHuman mural promotes a healthy environment
by John Copley (ANNews) – There’s a new face in the capital city and it’s called “Water is Life.” It’s bright, bold and beautiful and…
NorQuest College opens Singhmar Centre for Learning in downtown Edmonton
by John Copley (ANNews) – The main floor atrium and the balconies of the four floors above the newly expanded NorQuest College in downtown Edmonton…
Feature artist for October 2017: Jane Ash Poitras
by Clint Buehler (ANNews) – “Before and After” by Jane Ash Poitras is the striking image on the cover of this month’s Alberta Native News….
St. Albert Healing Garden: ‘We’re taking the next steps’
(St. Albert) – A multi-faceted initiative, The St. Albert Healing Garden officially opened to the public on September 15 in a spiritual pipe ceremony and…
BBMA gala honours deserving Métis students and pays tribute to Herb Belcourt
by John Copley (ANNews) – On Saturday, September 23, 2017 the Belcourt Brosseau Métis Awards (BBMA) initiative celebrated yet another milestone and for the 16th…
Amiskwaciy Academy fall feast honours students, staff and community partners
by John Copley (ANNews) – Amiskwaciy Academy’s 2017 Fall Feast took place at the Kingsway Avenue-based school in Edmonton on Friday, October 6, and once…