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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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SAPL Tea and Bannock – Phyllis and Lynn

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St. Albert Public Library

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Kinship and Family Histories, Culture and Worldviews

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Neechimoos (Sweethearts)

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Northern Lights Library System

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Kinship and Family Histories, People and Personal Stories

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The love story of Irene and Allan Calliou, as told by Irene.

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Clifford Cardinal

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MD of Opportunity #17

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People and Personal Stories, Place, Land and Territory, Indigenous Governance and Economies

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Memories of life in Calling Lake

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Simon Cardinal

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MD of Opportunity #17

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Culture and Worldviews, People and Personal Stories, Skills and Teachings, Place, Land and Territory

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Memories of Life in Wabasca

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