Feature artist for October 2022: Alex Janvier
By Terry Lusty, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The stunning art on the cover of this month’s Alberta Native News is “Han” by world…
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Teresa Strong empowers women to get out of gang life
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Indigenous women, over the last 500 years, have been subjugated to systemic abuse and colonization. In…
Whimsical beadwork ‘Rainbow Jellyfish’ is a story of modern Métis experience for Krista Leddy
by Deena Goodrunning, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Krista Leddy is a Métis artist currently located in Treaty Six territory. Her artwork has been…
Brandon McDonald’s path to Redemption through Correctional Services Canada
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Every individual has a wake-up moment or a wake-up call that signals they need to make…
Hip Hop artist Cody Coyote shares his healing journey
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – In recent years, Cody Coyote’s rise to fame has been undeniable. The talented artist often raps…
Premier Smith’s comments are deeply insulting to BIPOC people in Alberta
By Rob Houle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – It has been just over a week since Premier Danielle Smith stumbled through her first media…
‘Rosie’ – New film honours Indigenous children who were stolen from their families
By Deena Goodrunning, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Rosie premiered at the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival. It was also screened at the 2022…
Musician Pooky G wins award for Hip Hop Album of the Year
by Deena Goodrunning, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – All across Turtle Island, there are many Indigenous artists creating beautiful music that reflects their experiences…
Honouring Residential School & Holocaust Survivors: A conversation with Carol Wylie & Terri Cardinal
(Edmonton) – The Edmonton Public Library and the Jewish Federation of Edmonton are proud to host Saskatchewan artist Carol Wylie and Saddle Lake Indigenous Educator…
Xavier Kataquapit: Orange Shirt Day 2022
by Xavier Kataquapit (www.underthenorthernsky.com) – This September 30 marked the second annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a nationally recognized federal holiday in Canada…