An object that is sacred to the Blackfoot people has a place of prominence at Fort Macleod Kids First Family…Continue Reading

Last summer’s Kenow Wildfire destroyed more than 19,000 hectares in Waterton Lakes National Park and the resulting loss of vegetation has revealed archaeological sites that were previously hidden in the underbrush. Working alongside Parks Canada archaeologist Bill Perry, Rachel Lindemann, Alanna Shockley, Kevin Black Plume and Tatyanna Ewald, a graduate student from the University of…Continue Reading

Jani Red Gun used traditional knowledge shared by Blackfoot elders to fashion a weapon similar to ones used by Plains people on the buffalo hunt. The 24-year-old Red Gun, who is from the Siksika Nation, made and donated a 32-inch “push” bow to The Fort — Museum of the North West Mounted Police. “They don’t…Continue Reading

Tacey Rabbit was awarded with the Honouring Spirit: Indigenous Student Award on Friday during W.A. Day school’s Leadership Day. The Honouring Spirit award recognizes First Nations, Metis and Inuit (FNMI) students who model strength and commitment in pursuit of their education, while embracing and celebrating their heritage. The recipient of the award must show perseverance…Continue Reading

Julian Black Antelope and 775 Media Corp bring a timely story about Indian residential school to the television screen this…Continue Reading

Fort Macleod residents had a chance March 24 to learn how to use the traditional Blackfoot medicine wheel as a guide to wellness. About 40 people turned out at Trinity United Church hall for the traditional wellness workshop led by Blackfoot elders. Vera Crow Shoe of Alberta Health Services began the session by recognizing the…Continue Reading

Peter Weasel Moccasin will receive an honourary degree at this year’s Lethbridge College convocation ceremony. Weasel Moccasin will receive a Bachelor of Applied Science — Ecosystem Management degree at the ceremony on April 27 at the Enmax Centre in Lethbridge. Weasel Moccasin has worked as the college’s Kainai Kaahsinnoonik (Grandparent) since 2013. His role is…Continue Reading

The Piikani Nation was granted full membership in a U.S. tribal organization. The Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders Council unanimously approved Piikani Nation’s membership at its annual board meeting at Billings, Mont. Piikani is the first Canadian First Nation given full membership in a major U.S. tribal organization. “We are humbled by this honour,” Piikani Nation…Continue Reading

An area youth program is hosting a healing and unity seminar Thursday, Nov. 30 at the White Calf Hall at Stand Off. ONEHEART is hosting award-winning Horse Medicine facilitator Philip Whiteman from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday. Community members including grandparents and elders are encouraged to attend. “We are excited to announce that funding…Continue Reading