Author Archives: Daniel Barker-Tremblay
Cut Rock Walks revived in Fort Chipewyan in support of Cancer Society Fundraiser
The Cut Rock Walk is making a return to Fort Chipewyan to raise money for the Cancer Society on June 22nd in the Mikisew Treaty Day Grounds. In previous walks, the event raised $85,000 dollars during ...
Feb 29, 2024 Elders participating in the Cut Rock Walk in Fort Chip
Treaty Six Chiefs and Alberta Premier Collaborate on priority areas
Treaty Six First Nation Chiefs and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith met to renew and reaffirm their relationship to collaborate in discussions on priority areas within the nations. During the mee...
Feb 28, 2024 Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Grand Chief of Treaty Six Cody Thomas at the press conference in Enoch (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
NorQuest College Unites for Pink Shirt Day Against Bullying
February 28 is National Pink Shirt Day, a movement that raises awareness against bullying throughout schools, workplaces, homes and online. Windspeaker Radio Network spoke with Rebecca Small, W...
Feb 27, 2024 NorQuest College Students and staff together for Pink Shirt Day (Photo Credits - NorQuest College)
Teepee Treats hosts 16th annual giving back to the streets
Teepee Treats monthly annual giving back to the streets event was hosted inside the St Lukes Anglican Church, where many were able to enjoy live music, food and donations for warm clothing for the hou...
Feb 24, 2024 Teepee Treats giving back to the streets of the houseless community (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
Alberta Government announces support for 10 major international hockey events and Hockey Camps
The Government of Alberta announced that it will be supporting over 10 international hockey events and hockey development camps over the next four years across the province. Minister of Tourism...
Feb 24, 2024 Minister of Tourism and Sport Joseph Schow alongside hockey athletes in Rogers Place (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
Spruce Grove Firefighters brave heights for Rooftop Campout Charity event
The Spruce Grove Fire Fighters Rooftop Campout for Muscular Dystrophy is an annual event organized by the dedicated firefighters of Spruce Grove. The initiative aims to raise awareness and funds for i...
Feb 23, 2024 Spruce Grove Firefighters making the climb up to the roof for the Rooftop Campout (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
22 communities across Alberta host 'Coldest Night of the Year' fundraiser walk
On February 24th, 22 communities across the province of Alberta will participate in the 'Coldest Night of the Year' event, joining 190 other communities across Canada to help spread awareness and to r...
Feb 22, 2024 Walkers all smiles in the Coldest Night of they Year walk (Photo Credits - CNOY)
Winterplay returns to Fort McMurray for another season of snowy fun
Winterplay is making it's return to the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo for February 23rd to March 3rd for community members and visitors to enjoy. CFWE spoke with Roxanne Andras, coordin...
Feb 22, 2024 Sleigh ride (Photo Credits - RMWB)
12 Indigenous communities sign 174 Million Dollar long-term economic benefit deal
Celebrations took place inside Rogers Place as 12 Indigenous and Metis Communities signed a deal that will create a unique long-term economic deal. 12 First Nation and Metis Communities acquired equit...
Feb 22, 2024 Dignitaries and Chiefs together with the signed deal with Tamarack Valley Energy (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)
Seven Alberta Students receive 2023 Indigenous Student Award
Students from across Alberta were awarded for their recognition of hard work with the 2023 Indigenous Student Award. Students included: Morgan Black (Calgary), Jordanna Kreider (Edmonton...
Feb 21, 2024
