National News
Coming back to identity part of traditional seasons poetry collection
Lightning in Our Roots, the debut collection of poetry for Avis Blackbird (a pen name), is ordered by the five traditional Secwepmec seasonal rounds, which dictate how life is lived…
Mixed Inuit and Jamaican heritage led to curious questions in author’s Iqaluit classroom
Miali Coley-Sudlovenick laughs at the idea of giving her new children’s book, Being Different, to adults who inquire about her Indigeneity.
Bead artistry on display in new exhibit at Bata Shoe Museum
An exhibit at Toronto’s Bata Shoe Museum titled Brilliant: The Art of Beaded Footwear Around the World includes about 85 pieces and about 25 of them are Indigenous items.
Option 1 on Question 10 in Alberta referendum sees majority support to Remain
Albertans have voted overwhelmingly to remain a province of Canada.
Memoir sets out the record of Michif role model and activist Nora Cummings
Trailblazer Nora Cummings has done extraordinary things despite being so shy she needed her husband to go to the store with her.
Indigenous leaders urge vote to remain in Canada ahead of Alberta referendum
Updated Oct. 21, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. (Alberta)
Fierce and determined, Ladybug schemes to transform her First Nation to reap the rewards
For Drew Hayden Taylor, Ojibway author from the Curve Lake First Nation in Ontario, Ladybug LaFlesche “is one of my most favourite characters ever created.”
Sports
Top Indigenous coaches receive honours at gala event
A pair of coaches who have achieved success while working with young Indigenous athletes have been recognized nationally for their efforts.
Opinions
Canada’s commitments and investments in First Nations welcomed
Statement from the Assembly of First Nations
