A wrap of Aboriginal Day across the country
Shaneen Robinson-Desjarlais APTN National News Eight cities, dozens of acts and one big celebration. APTN’s…
Alberta
Edmonton non-profit finds a place for people to live, and puts them to work
A non-profit centre in Edmonton is helping people find a place to live – and at the same time giving them a chance to work.
Tsuu T’ina Nation students head to the big city for reconciliation exchange
Tamara Pimentel APTN National News Two schools, one in the Tsuu T’ina Nation, the other in…
University of Lethbridge joining forces with “Cowboy and Indians” school to help teach students about racism
A graduation party with a “Cowboys and Indians” theme in Lethbridge, Alberta has prompted the local university to team up with the high school to give a lesson on racism.
Indigenous students at Lethbridge school not amused at cowboy and Indians themed grad
A “Cowboys and Indians” themed graduation party isn’t going over well with Indigenous students at a school in Lethbridge, Alberta. Pictures of the graduation were sent out on social media.
Métis in Alberta have higher lung cancer rate and other health issues than the rest of the province
Chris Stewart APTN National News The Metis Nation of Alberta has released three reports on…
After decades of poor water quality, Enoch will be using Edmonton’s water system next fall
The Enoch Cree First Nation in Alberta isn’t on a boil water advisory – but people in the Alberta community didn’t trust the water.
Blood tribe brings in outside help to deal with Fentanyl crisis, and other addictions
Tamara Pimentel APTN National News The Blood Tribe in Alberta held a community meeting this…
Blood Tribe says bylaw is meant for drug dealers, others say tax on outsiders
A new trespass bylaw is now in effect for a reserve in Southern Alberta, due to the ongoing drug crisis.
