20+ hour, 36+ min ago  (590+ words) By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter" (ANNews) " Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation Chief Sheldon Sunshine has written a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney criticizing the federal government's tentative co-operation agreement with the Alberta government on environmental regulation and the…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (770+ words) By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter" (ANNews) " In an historic vote, an umbrella organization representing chiefs from Treaties 6, 7 and 8 has called on the Legislative Assembly to hold a vote of non-confidence in Premier Danielle Smith and the UCP." The…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (592+ words) By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter" (ANNews) " Alberta is building a vibrant Indigenous tourism sector, with experiences ranging from M'tis Crossing and River Cree Resort and Casino to evening markets and immersive cultural performances. Travel Alberta, which co-hosted the…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (142+ words) By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) " As Alberta faces discussions about a potential separation referendum, Indigenous artist and activist Isaac Murdoch is making it clear that the province has no authority over Indigenous lands or treaty agreements. The…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (343+ words) by John Wirth, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter" While Minister of Energy Brian Jean promotes a new digital "transparency hub" and Minister of Indigenous Relations Rajan Sawhney's statement focused on "shaping the direction" of the work, the other side was far…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (586+ words) EDMONTON" Former Alberta cabinet minister Thomas Lukaszuk is warning that renewed separatist efforts in Alberta threaten Canada's unity, the province's economy, and the constitutional rights of First Nations. "Referendums are very dangerous and economically damaging," he said. "They divide families,…...