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…
Social Issues
Alberta Education is distributing new resources to teach Indigenous history, cultures in schools
(October 24, 2017) – Alberta Education is providing teachers with new resources that include lesson plans to help bring First Nations, Métis and Inuit history…
AFN National Chief Perry Bellegarde honours the memory of Gord Downie
OTTAWA, Oct. 18, 2017 /CNW/ – Assembly of First Nations National Chief Perry Bellegarde today honoured the memory of Gord Downie as an artist and advocate…
National Gathering of Elders featured important keynote forums
by John Copley (ANNews) – When four and a half thousand Indigenous Elders made their way into the spacious Hall ‘D’ meeting room at the…
Two New Housing First Teams to Help End Homelessness in Edmonton
Edmonton – Homeward Trust Edmonton welcomed two new Housing First teams to our community, delivered by Native Counselling Services of Alberta and The Mustard Seed….
National Gathering of Elders had a tremendous response in Edmonton
By Terry Lusty (ANNews) – The overwhelming number of delegates to the inaugural National Gathering of Elders said it all. Well over 4000 individuals converged…
Diverse groups opposed to Energy East celebrate project’s cancellation
(Oct. 5, 2017) – After four years of fighting to stop the proposed pipeline project, a network of environmental groups, First Nations, students, faith and…
St. Albert Healing Garden captures the essence of reconciliation
by John Copley (ANNews) – The St. Albert Healing Garden, or as it is known in Cree, Kåkesimokamik, officially opened to the public on Friday,…
IAAW to host Indigenous Women’s Justice Forum: October 3 & 4
by John Copley (ANNews) – The Institute for the Advancement of Aboriginal Women (IAAW) will host the 2017 Indigenous Women’s Justice Forum on October 3rd…
Compelling art installation showcases 19 Indigenous artists and the meaning of reconciliation
by Regan Treewater (ANNews) – A compelling installation entitled ‘The Dream We Form By Being Together’ opened at the Borealis Gallery, housed at the Alberta…