Author Archives: Daniel Barker-Tremblay
Sucker Creek First Nation Gears Up for Indian Relay Races
Sucker Creek First Nation is set to it's annual Indian Relay Races, a thrilling display of horsemanship and Indigenous culture. Teams from across the region will compete in high-speed, b...
Aug 30, 2024 Indian Relay Racer (Photo Submitted)
Elder Dr Francis Whiskeyjack High School Opens in Southeast Edmonton
The newly built Dr. Francis Whiskeyjack High School officially opened it's doors today in the southeast side of Edmonton, named after Saddle Lake Cree Nation Elder Francis Whiskeyjack. Tammy Tc...
Aug 29, 2024 Elder Dr. Francis Whiskeyjack High School (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
Ride to Reconciliation Raises Charity Funds for Creating Hope Society
The rumble of motorcycles filled the air at Blackjacks Roadhouse in Nisku for the Annual Ride to Reconciliation, where hundreds of riders gathered in a display of solidarity and support for Indigenous...
Aug 24, 2024 Ride to Reconciliation at Blackjacks Roadhouse (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
Treaty No.6 Recognition Day hosted in Edmonton City Hall
The City of Edmonton and Confederacy of Treaty Six Nations gathered together for a flag raising ceremony at City Hall to commemorate Treaty Six Recognition Day in Edmonton. Chief George Arcand ...
Aug 23, 2024 Treaty Six Flag Raising Ceremony at Edmonton City Hall (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
Ponoka Connects Job Fair Brings Opportunities to Local Job Seekers
The Ponoka Connects Regional Job Fair was held inside the Ponoka Arena Complex where many community members came together for job opportunities and a free BBQ with proceeds going towards the Ponoka Yo...
Aug 22, 2024 Ponoka Chamber of Commerce all smiles at the Regional Job Fair
Local Fire Departments Gear Up for Fort McMurray Fire Fit Car Wash
The Fort McMurray Fire Fit Fundraiser Car Wash is calling all Wood Buffalo community members to head on down and support their local firefighters in competition at McDonald Island Park on Augus...
Aug 21, 2024 Fort McMurray Fire Fit Poster (Photo Submitted)
Alexander First Nation's Treaty Week Hosts Community Health Fair
From August 19th-22nd, Alexander First Nation is hosting their Treaty Week Celebrations, along with hosting their 32 Annual Health Fair that provides community members with Alexander First Nation serv...
Aug 21, 2024 Alexander First Nation Treaty Week Health Fair (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
Kikino Métis Settlement Constructs Record-Breaking Largest Métis Wagon
Kikino Mtis Settlement announced it's completed build of the largest Mtis Wagon in the province within it's community, to attract tourists and to showcase the Mtis culture to visiting tourists. Lee Th...
Aug 20, 2024 Kikino Métis Settlement's Largest Métis Wagon in the Province (Photo Credits - Kikino Métis Settlement)
Fairview to Host 13th Annual Summer's End Festival
From the Peace Classic Wheels Car Show to Comedy performances and the Paw's for Fun Dog Show, the Town of Fairview's Summer's End Festival returns for August 24. Caroline Cleave, Director of Co...
Aug 20, 2024 Town of Fairviews Summer's End Festival (Photo Credits - Town of Fairview)
MNA and Alberta Government Announce 'Healing Waters' Addiction Recovery Centre Project
The Metis Nation Within Alberta and the Government of Alberta announced it's partnership to build a world class addiction center that will be known as the 'Healing Waters Recovery Community Centre. He...
Aug 16, 2024 Healing Waters Announcement at the Edmonton Expo Centre with the MNA (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
