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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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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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Chester Day Chief - Our Stories Matter

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Lethbridge Public Library

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Kinship and Family Histories, Language, History and Resistance, People and Personal Stories, Place, Land and Territory

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Sharing our voices and truths; Survivors of residential school and their families who want to digitize their story, history, knowledge, teachings, memories, genealogy, resilience, traditions and healing.

The creator of this content has indicated that this story contains discussion, mention or description of: Residential school and/or day School.

Ceremony and Identity

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Native Counselling Services of Alberta

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Ceremony is a place where you can learn about who you are and where you come from.

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Voices of the Land is a public digital space designed to support communities in creating, sharing, discovering, and celebrating local Indigenous perspectives online. We are committed to working together to gather and showcase stories in a culturally respectful manner. This platform will continue to evolve and grow, adapting to the needs and guidance of the Indigenous community.

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