Victim impact statements delayed again for former Anglican priest’s sex abuse case
David Norton was expected to hear from his victims in January, until proceedings were pushed back to Feb. 19. Continue reading
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‘We are still here and standing strong together’: Regina model heading to Paris
Olivia Saulteaux will join former Mrs. Universe and Alberta model Ashley Callingbull-Burnham along with a handful of top Indigenous designers. Continue reading
Quebec declines talks with feds, provinces, territories on coerced sterilization
Quebec won’t be part of a working group the federal government wants to examine claims that Indigenous women have been sterilized against their will. Continue reading
McMaster University names Indigenous artist Santee Smith as next chancellor
The announcement comes two weeks after the University of Lethbridge announced that it was appointing its first Indigenous chancellor in the school’s 52-year history. Continue reading
Two women investigated for anti-Indigenous comments given conditions by mediation circle
Two Manitoba women arrested over online comments that threatened violence against Indigenous people have been given seven conditions following a mediation circle on a First Nation. Continue reading
New logos: Manitoba Moose, Winnipeg Jets celebrate Indigenous culture
The Manitoba Moose and Winnipeg Jets have taken on a new look — specifically, new logos — designed for two special hockey games celebrating Indigenous culture. Continue reading
Saskatoon-based Cree musicians return from unforgettable Grammys experience
By Ryan Kessler Reporter
From Frog Lake First Nation to a Los Angeles arena, two Cree singers in Saskatoon had an unforgettable experience at the 61st annual Grammys. Continue reading
Gord Downie’s brothers visit London-area schools to carry on late musician’s legacy
A series of school visits by Downie’s brothers on Friday called for reconciliation and recognition of Indigenous issues. Continue reading
Awareness, education, action: Gord Downie’s brothers visit London schools in reconciliation effort
Students in London will learn about the history of Canada’s residential school system and will also commit to acts of #reconciliACTION in their community. Continue reading
New stat holiday proposed to mark Indigenous reconciliation set for Sept. 30
The House of Commons heritage committee approved a measure to make the last day of September a National Truth and Reconciliation Day. Continue reading