Author Archives: Daniel Barker-Tremblay

Lac Ste. Anne Métis Community Association breaks ground on new seniors housing development
The Lac Ste. Anne Mtis Community Association officially broke ground on their affordable seniors housing development through a ceremonial sod turning with partners. Phase One of Ot Wkithk, meaning "le...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay Apr 29, 2023 Lac. Ste Anne Community Association breaking ground on new seniors housing development location Otâ Wîkitâhk "Let's live here" (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)

Alberta Church destroyed by fire, investigation underway
Alberta RCMP are investigating a church that was destroyed by a fire in a hamlet northeast of Edmonton. The fire broke out around 3:30 a.m on Friday in Cherry Grove, near the Alberta-Sas...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay Apr 28, 2023 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in rubble (Photo Credits - Bonnyville Regional Fire Authority)

Alberta government announces expansion in mental health support in schools
The provincial government is expanding mental health support services at 10 schools, including multiple in Southern Alberta. The $4 million investment allotted in the 2023 budget aims to expand the In...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay Apr 27, 2023 The Alberta Legislature in Edmonton. File photo.

State of local emergency declared following multiple suicides in Mikisew Cree First Nation
Mikisew Cree First Nation declared a state of local emergency following a strong suicide and suicide attempts amongst community members. The Mikisew Cree First Nation says immediate medical interventi...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay Apr 25, 2023 Mikisew Cree First Nation Logo (Photo Submitted)

2nd Annual Enoch Cree Nation Trade Show & Career Fair held at River Cree Casino
Enoch Cree Nation held their second annual Trade show and Career Fair at the River Cree Resort and Casino, which held vendors in from many fields of trades providing pathways for many seeking employme...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay Apr 25, 2023 Enoch Trade show & Career Fair at River Cree Resort and Casino (Photo Credits - Daniel Barker-Tremblay)

Métis Nation of Alberta invites community members to Sustainability for Beginners webinar
The Mtis Nation of Alberta is set to host a speaker spotlight series that invites Mtis community members to share knowledge on sustainable practices run by the MNA's Environment and Climate Change Dep...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay Apr 24, 2023 MNA logo (Photo Credits - MNA)

Red Deer Rebels head into game seven in series with Saskatoon
The Red Deer Rebels are gearing up for their game seven matchup against the Saskatoon Blades in their chase for the 2023 Memorial Cup. Windspeaker Radio Network spoke with Troy Gillard, Director of Br...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay Apr 24, 2023 Red Deer Rebels and the Saskatoon Blades battling for the puck (Photo Credits - Red Deer Rebels/Rob Wallator)

Authors of Métis book touring Alberta
The authors of a new book on Mtis reconciliation are bringing their nationwide tour to Alberta, with stops in both Edmonton and Calgary. Published by the Mtis Nation of Alberta, The True Canadians: Fo...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay Apr 19, 2023 'True Canadians: Forgotten Nevermore' book on display. Photo from Metis Nation of Alberta

City of Edmonton supporting Indigenous-owned affordable housing
The City of Edmonton is investing up to $20 million over four years to support Indigenous-owned affordable housing. The Affordable Housing Investment Program is the City's largest affordable housing p...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay Apr 18, 2023 City of Edmonton Skyline (Photo Submitted)

Alberta Government provides 10 million in funding towards food banks
The Government of Alberta lends their support towards food banks and related food security organizations across the province with $10 million dollars. The funding is in part with the pro...
Daniel Barker-Tremblay Apr 11, 2023 Food Bank items in a grocery cart (Photo Submitted)