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Otipemisiwak Métis Government Celebrates Métis Week
Nov 12, 2024 Edmonton, AB (November 12, 2024) — From November 10-16, 2024, Métis Citizens across Alberta come together to celebrate Métis history, culture, and traditions through a week of events hosted by the Otipemisiwak Métis Government of the Métis Nation within Alberta. The annual Métis Week celebration will feature cultural events in Edmonton, Calgary, […]
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New $2 coin celebrates ‘vibrant Inuit culture’ – Canadian Coin News
November 12, 2024 The Royal Canadian Mint has issued a new $2 commemorative circulation coin, inviting people across Canada to celebrate Inuit Nunangat and discover the unique culture and traditions that flourish in this northern homeland. For the first time on a Canadian circulation coin, four artists representing the four regions of Inuit Nunangat have […]
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Media Advisory – City to recognize and proclaim Métis Week in Edmonton
November 12, 2024 News media are invited to join Mayor Amarjeet Sohi and Otipemisiwak Métis Government President Andrea Sandmaier for the proclamation of this year’s Métis Week in Edmonton (November 10-16, 2024) and the signing of a new and revised Memorandum of Shared Recognition and Cooperation between the City and Otipemisiwak Métis Government. Date: Wednesday, […]
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The Bear can be found at many Christmas markets! – FNQLEDC
November 12, 2024 With the holiday season fast approaching, many Christmas markets are starting to appear across the province. Visiting these markets provides a perfect opportunity to offer authentic gifts to your loved ones. What’s even more extraordinary is that more than a dozen Christmas markets will be featuring First Nations artisans displaying the Bear […]
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The Talking Stick App – Featured on the Latest Episode of Mino Bimaadiziwin
The Talking Stick program is a new digital Indigenous led peer support tool that has been used by tens of thousands of people since launching less than two years ago. The app can be used on the web, or downloaded to your device at their website:https://my.talkingstick.app/ Carol also recently welcomed Cecile McKay to the Mino Bimaadiziwin podcast. Cecile is […]
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New Indigenous program put to test after bear struck near Keremeos – Vernon Morning Star
November 8, 2024 The program will see local First Nations respond when a skəmx̌íst, black bear, is struck by a vehicle A new program by the Lower Similkameen Indian Band to respond to bears that are hit by vehicles was immediately put into action. The recovery procedure came into effect on Nov. 5, and the next day, […]
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Michif-French Silent Speakers Program
Did you grow up speaking and/or hearing Michif at home but have lost the confidence to speak Michif now? You are not alone! BCMF’s Michif-French Silent Speakers program is the perfect way for you to reconnect with Michif in a safe and welcoming environment. 10-week program Starting late November and running into January Three weekly […]
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Without Indigenous code talkers in WW II, ‘we would be speaking German’ – CBC
Nov 08, 2024 Sworn to secrecy, most Mohawk code talkers went unrecognized during their lives Mohawk code talkers and their missions were so vital during the Second World War, that some believe without them, there was no way of winning of the war. “Let’s put it this way, we would be speaking German or some other language […]
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New Terrace hospital gifted Tsimshian name
November 6, 2024 The new state-of-the-art hospital in Terrace has reached another important milestone as it has been gifted a Tsimshian name, Ksyen Regional Hospital, Terrace. The name recognizes the territory in which the hospital was built and the region it serves. Local First Nations and municipal leaders had discussions together about the naming of […]
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Celebrating Louis Riel Day 2024: Events
November 6, 2024 This November, we invite Métis across Ontario to come together in honouring the courage and sacrifice of the visionary Métis leader, Louis Riel. The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is pleased to share a variety of events planned throughout the province to honor his legacy and celebrate Métis culture and community. Join […]
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