Indigenous Culture

• Saskatchewan Health Authority announces new Indigenous hair consent policy

  A big change in healthcare for Indigenous peoples is now in effect in Saskatchewan with a new policy being implemented protect the cultural importance of a patient's hair.

  Health

  Aug 8, 2025
  
• Blood Tribe hosts annual Kainai Indian Days at Stand Off’s Red Crow Park

  The annual Kainai powwow and celebration saw hundreds of attendees, welcoming members of the Blood Tribe community and its surrounding nations.

  Lifestyle

  Jul 22, 2024
  
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• Lethbridge celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day

  Lethbridge community members gathered at a series of activities and events in celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21st.

  Canada

  Jun 21, 2024
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• Blood Tribe and Blackfoot Confederacy host 3-day language conference

  With many Indigenous languages facing endangerment, the Blackfoot Confederacy is taking steps to preserve and protect their language.

  Education

  Jun 18, 2024
• Cultural and disability groups partner to improve accessibility at events

  Full Moon Partners teaming up with provincial disability advocacy group to meet accessibility standards for Indigenous cultural events.

  Canada

  May 26, 2024
• 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, 2024
• ‘Koeye feels like home’: Heiltsuk land-based camp immerses youth in language and culture

  Koeye Camp has been running near Namu, B.C., making a difference in the lives of hundreds of Heiltsuk youth over the past 25 years.

  Canada

  Oct 24, 2023
• Calgary observes third National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with special events

  Several events and activities are taking place around the city this weekend to commemorate the third National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

  Features

  Sep 29, 2023
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• ‘A symbol of us’: Esk’étemc-built powwow arbour connects community

  The new powwow arbour offers not only a space for powwows but for culture sharing, gathering and events that bring the community together.

  Canada

  Sep 19, 2023
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• Indigenous starblanket project in Calgary ‘brings comfort to people’

  Participants are making the starblanket at Sparrow Artspace in northeast Calgary, part of an exhibit called 'Honouring the Children.'

  Canada

  Sep 18, 2023