Indigenous art worth $60,000 stolen from Saanich, B.C. home
The culprits made off with at least six art pieces: five by First Nations artist Calvin Moreberg and one Inuit carving, a large bust of a woman's head.
Crime
Apr 18
Saskatchewan to study implementation of Indigenous-led police services
An investment of over $1.4 million was made to study implementation of Indigenous-led police services within the communities of the Prince Albert Grand Council.
Canada
May 3
Regina council unanimously passes motion to designate Indigenous ceremonial site
Regina City Council unanimously pass a motion to designate some city land as an Indigenous ceremonial site located at Kings Park campground by Tor Hill golf course east of Regina.
Canada
May 1
‘Racialized police brutality’: Indigenous leaders decry Vancouver arrest caught on camera
Indigenous leaders say a recent case where a woman was punched while being arrested is a sign of lingering systemic racism in the Vancouver police.
Crime
Apr 19
Red dresses to make fashion statement about missing and murdered Indigenous women
Models in uniquely designed red dresses are taking to the runway in British Columbia this weekend to make a powerful fashion statement about missing and murdered Indigenous women.
Canada
May 4
Justin Trudeau highlights supports for Saskatchewan Indigenous communities
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was in Saskatoon on Tuesday discussing supports for local Indigenous communities.
Politics
Apr 23
Indigenous groups in B.C. renew calls for justice for MMIWG on annual Red Dress Day
Indigenous women, girls and LGBTQ peoples are six times more likely to be murdered than their non-Indigenous counterparts, the First Nations Leadership Council said.
Perspectives
May 5
Manitoba Indigenous-owned tech company helps elders spot scams
'We want to be as accessible and as accommodating as possible when providing these workshops as well,' Flett said.
Tech
Apr 12
Alberta resource guides learners towards Indigenous language revitalization
Now with more available programing and cultural celebrations, more people want to reconnect with their culture and learn the language and traditions.
Education
Apr 15
‘Shock and disbelief’ after Manitoba school trustee’s Indigenous comments
A controversial presentation by a school trustee in western Manitoba has members of nearby communities in disbelief.
Education
Apr 25
Canada, Manitoba to develop Red Dress Alert for missing Indigenous women and girls
Canada and Manitoba are launching a pilot alert program — similar to an Amber Alert — that will send out emergency messages when an Indigenous woman or girl goes missing.
Canada
May 3
University of Guelph embraces Indigenous culture with new name for science atrium
The 12,000-square-foot shared gathering space at the University of Guelph features a mix of glass, stone and brick with lush foliage, plus four original Indigenous paintings.
Canada
Apr 16
Could UNESCO cultural list help safeguard Indigenous heritage in Canada?
From Neapolitan pizza and Belgian beer culture to Arabic coffee, UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list protects globally cherished traditions. But Canada hasn't signed.
Canada
Apr 12
Regina Police Service hosts Indigenous police academy at First Nations University
At Treaty 4 Police Academy, students experience firearms training, first aid courses, drills and cultural sessions, in hopes they will decide on a career in Saskatchewan policing.
Canada
May 4
Indigenous leaders continue calls for proper consultation in Saskatchewan
Indigenous leadership from a few First Nation communities gathered in solidarity at the Saskatchewan Legislature for the Duty to Consult Day of Action event.
Canada
Apr 17
Indigenous artist enjoys sharing her culture in Calgary: ‘Really cool thing’
A local artist and performer is excited to have the chance to showcase traditions that go back centuries.
Features
Apr 10
Budget 2024 commits $5B for Indigenous loan guarantees, but falls short on infrastructure
Teased in last year's fall economic statement, the Indigenous loan guarantee in the 2024 budget allows communities to decide which projects to invest in.
Politics
Apr 16
B.C. introduces legislation recognizing Haida Gwaii Indigenous title
The B.C. government says legislation formally recognizing the Haida Nation's Aboriginal title over the archipelago of Haida Gwaii was introduced in the legislature Monday.
Politics
Apr 22
Hands-on map helps Edmonton students learn about Indigenous communities across Canada
A giant 11-by-eight-foot map lies across the gym floor of Sweet Grass Elementary School in Edmonton with students crawling all over it.
Canada
Apr 18
How an Ontario First Nation is taking an Indigenous-led response in times of crisis
When Kashechewan First Nation in northern Ontario experienced spring flooding this year, Missanabie Cree First Nation led the charge to help.
Canada
Apr 18