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This site contains a myriad of stories, knowledge and experiences of Indigenous peoples in Alberta. Indigenous peoples in Alberta come from diverse cultures, languages, and communities. Voices of the Land includes joyous, celebratory, difficult, and traumatic stories, all of which are authentic and important.
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Culture and Worldviews, Skills and Teachings, Art and ArtistsSummary
Artist and Elder Jerry Saddleback, whose craftsmanship is featured in the Milner Library, discusses the process of traditional bow-making and its importance in Plains Cree culture.Story
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Curious about what it means to be Two-Spirit? Learn first hand from Gabe Calderón as they explain traditional roles and responsibilities in Indigenous communities and detail their personal story as a Two-Spirit person.Story
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In this video, we have recorded our online event with Dr. Lana Whiskyjack about her experiences with digital storytelling and the ethics behind it. 
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Sharing our Moose Hide Tanning Program Held in Summer and Fall 2022Content Warning
The creator of this content has indicated that this story contains discussion, mention or description of: Residential school and/or day School.
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Kinship and Family Histories, People and Personal StoriesThe creator of this content has indicated that this story contains discussion, mention or description of: Residential school and/or day School.
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Introducing EPL's New Indigenous Event Series. Story
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Three books to commemorate Métis Week 2021Story
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Keith Diakiw and Todd Brown walk you through the intricacies of flint knapping.Story
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Keith Diakiw and Josh Morin share about Métis culture and history.Story
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Join Keith Diakiw and Josh Morin as they take you through an introduction to Métis culture and history as represented by three major symbols: the sash, the Red River cart, and the Métis Nation flag.Story
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The Thunderbird House, or PÎYÊSÎW WÂSKÂHIKAN, is the first public space in the city to support smudging, a space to celebrate our Indigenous communities, hold ceremonies, and make connections. Story
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Interested in learning how to brew and bottle your own kombucha? In this Sustainable Kitchen class from December, 2020, Jessica Johns takes you through all the steps in making a homebrew batch, from steeping the tea to flavouring and bottling. 