First Nations Art
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Totem poles aren’t from Vancouver, so why are they everywhere?Sḵwx̱wú7mesh artist James Harry says its time people recognize totem poles aren't native to Vancouver and focus on supporting Coast Salish art from the territory.PerspectivesMay 11, 2023
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Should non-Indigenous people buy, wear Indigenous art? Creators say it dependsShort answer? Anyone can buy and wear Indigenous art, beadwork -- artists just want to make sure what you're buying is authentic. Here are tips and best practices to keep in mind.PerspectivesApr 24, 2023
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Local artist maps Calgary Stampede history through a First Nations lens“It's important for people to get a full picture of the Calgary Stampede history.”FeaturesMar 27, 2021
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Edmonton artist designs first-ever Indigenous showroom for IKEALance Cardinal, who IKEA also partnered with to design a 40-foot mural at the Edmonton store earlier this year, worked to design the space.FeaturesDec 5, 2020
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‘Significant’ piece of First Nations art stolen in Nanaimo: RCMPThe piece, titled 'Spindle Whorl,' consists of an intricately carved cedar disc three feet in diameter.CrimeMar 25, 2019
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Local Ojibway artist unveils totem pole at Canadian National ExhibitionThe "Unity Pole" will be on display at the Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto until Sept. 4.CanadaAug 17, 2017
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Royal Visit 2016: Yukon artist to share his art with 2 generations of royalsFirst Nations carver Keith Wolfe Smarch had 43 seconds to present Prince Charles with a special gift he carved for the Prince of Wales' visit to Yukon in 2001. On Wednesday, he will get to meet Prince Charles' son, Prince William, to present him with a special gift as well.NewsSep 28, 2016
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B.C. First Nations master carver Norman Tait dead at 75Norman Tait, a Nisga'a First Nation artist whose work is displayed around the world, has died at the age of 75.CanadaMay 25, 2016
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