Author Archives: Daniel Barker-Tremblay

Adrian Sutherland talks about new single 'My Rebel Spirit'
Adrian Sutherland sat down with CFWE to talk about his song 'My Rebel Spirit' and his inspiration behind the song, along with wanting to make a return to playing in Alberta. Full interview with...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay Mar 01, 2024 Adrian Sutherland (Photo Submitted)

University of Blue Quills receives Rideau Hall Foundation Grant
The Rideau Hall Foundation confirmed University of Blue Quills as one of the recipients to receive funding from the RHF Teachers Education Initiative. The Program will see 13.2 million dollars going t...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay Mar 01, 2024 University of Blue Quills (Photo submitted)

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 ...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay 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...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay 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...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay 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...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay 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...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay 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...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay 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...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay 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...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay Feb 22, 2024 Sleigh ride (Photo Credits - RMWB)