Piikani Nation

• Short film explores the Blackfoot Confederacy

  The film explores the cultural revival and permanence of the Blackfoot Confederacy, showcasing the resilience of their language, land and traditions.

  Canada

  Jan 6, 2025
  
• Former Piikani Nation councillor breaks silence on contentious Grassy Mountain coal mine

  Fabian North Peigan believes an extensive impact benefit agreement must be created and upheld in the event the Grassy Mountain coal mine is approved.

  Canada

  Dec 11, 2024
  
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• Piikani Nation members protest Grassy Mountain coal mining project

  Many Piikani Nation members said their concerns aren't heard by their nation's government and are protesting its support of drilling exploration at the Grassy Mountain site.

  Canada

  Dec 9, 2024
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• Piikani Nation project earns sustainability award for resilience against climate change

  The project brings together Indigenous and scientific expertise to develop new knowledge about the benefits of sweetgrass and how the plant is deeply rooted in Indigenous culture.

  Environment

  Oct 24, 2024
• Piikani Nation Elders speak out against Crowsnest Pass coal mining project

  Members of Piikani Nation say the Grassy Mountain coal mining project would have detrimental impacts on the environment for generations to come.

  Canada

  Sep 17, 2024
• Piikani Nation declares state of emergency after multiple drug deaths

  Piikani Nation Chief Troy Knowlton and council made the declaration on Tuesday.

  Canada

  Jan 3, 2024
• Guilty ruling in 2020 murder of Piikani Nation teen Tregan Crow Eagle

  Dustin Big Bull was found guilty of second-degree murder and causing indignity to human remains, in the death of a 16-year-old from the Piikani Nation.

  Crime

  Oct 26, 2023
• Jail guard in southern Alberta charged with sexual assault, breach of trust: Piikani RCMP

  Police in southern Alberta say a jail guard has been charged after a woman reported being sexually assaulted last Friday while lodged in an RCMP cell overnight.

  Crime

  Oct 17, 2023
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• Honouring National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

  As the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation approaches, many Canadians are look for ways to take part in the national day of commemoration. Sarah Jones has more.

  Canada

  Sep 29, 2023
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• Accused testifies in 2nd-degree murder trial in death of Piikani Nation teen

  Dustin Big Bull took the stand in his own defence Monday as his second-degree murder trial resumed.

  Crime

  Sep 25, 2023