Sheena Kaine: Rising from pain to power
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Sheena Kaine embodies the struggles of women in our province, especially Indigenous women. Despite battling substance…
Role Models
NLC student Roxanne Calahasin: Helping children and their families grow
(NLC) – Roxanne Calahasin always wanted to be a teacher and once she had her own children, she truly understood the importance of providing exceptional…
National Ribbon Skirt Day helps build awareness about the importance of Indigenous identity
by Kinnukana, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – On January 4, 2024, Canadians joined together to recognize and participate in National Ribbon Skirt Day. Observed…
Mary Jane Houle revives the Spirit of Indigenous People through Cree art and cultural teachings
by Kinnukana, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Métis Leader Louis Riel once said, “My people will sleep for one hundred years, but when they…
Canada’s Inuk Governor General Mary Simon is an inspiration for us all
By Kinnukana, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Indigenous people, both young and old, take pride in seeing their own First Nations, Inuit and Metis…
Edmonton Police Services Recruit Torrell Red Iron fosters respect and positivity
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is leading the charge in modernization, attracting individuals who embody diversity…
Superfan Magoo and the Magoo Crew bring inspiration to Edmonton Oilers fans and youth everywhere
By Kinnukana, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – There is no one more dedicated and passionate for the Edmonton Oilers than Superfan Magoo, whose real…
Edmonton, Aboriginal Veterans Society of Alberta recognize National Indigenous Veterans Day
(Edmonton) – The City of Edmonton and the Aboriginal Veterans Society of Alberta hosted a special commemorative event for National Indigenous Veterans Day at Edmonton’s…
Amazing role models inspire youth at Youth Teepee Summit 2023
By Kinnukana, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) -The Youth Teepee Summit 2023 took place at the Poundmaker’s Lodge powwow grounds in St. Albert, on Treaty…
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…