Blackstock: We must end discrimination against First Nations children
Dr. Cindy Blackstock was in Edmonton last month to speak at the Women’s Legal Education and Action Fund regarding ending discrimination against First Nations children….
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Elder would like more than words of apology – he’d like action
Several hundred people gathered in support of Elder Gary Moostoos at City Centre Mall the afternoon of November 8. An Idle No More style rally…
Systemic racism requires more than a bandaid solution
Edmonton Elder Gary Moostoos was sitting in the City Centre Mall just finishing his lunch when he was approached by security personnel who demanded his…
Edmonton Aboriginal Senior’s Centre has something for everyone
The Edmonton Aboriginal Senior’s Centre (EASC) is a facility full of surprises – interesting programs, ongoing initiatives and entertaining events. The 28 year old organization…
AFN praises strength of Rinelle Harper & family and commends police action and public support
(Ottawa, ON) – Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Regional Chief for Alberta Cameron Alexis today offered his thoughts and prayers to the family of 16…
AFN calls for urgent investments in First Nation families and communities
(Ottawa, ON) – The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) responded to this week’s federal Fiscal Update delivered by Finance Minister Joe Oliver that projects five…
Wood Buffalo Environmental Assoc. translates info-video into Cree and Dene languages
Fort McMurray, Alberta – In its continued effort to better inform and engage with Aboriginal community members, the Wood Buffalo Environmental Association (WBEA) has translated…
Paying tribute to First Nation veterans and their families
Ottawa, ON) – As people across this country pay tribute to Canadian veterans, Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Regional Chief for NWT Bill Erasmus urges…
Four Treaty 8 First Nations Take Site C Decision to Court
FORT ST. JOHN, TREATY 8 TERRITORY–(Marketwired – Nov. 6, 2014) – On November 5, 2014, Doig River First Nation, Prophet River First Nation, West Moberly…
ATEP graduate receives Edwin Parr award
November 4, 2014 – Deborah Gladue-McLeod, a graduate from the University of Alberta and Northern Lakes College Aboriginal Teacher Education Program (ATEP), is this year’s…