Browse Stories
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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Community
Edmonton Public LibraryCategory
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
Community
Edmonton Public LibraryCategory
Skills and TeachingsSummary
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. 
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Community
Edmonton Public LibraryCategory
Skills and Teachings, Art and ArtistsSummary
Sharing our Moose Hide Tanning Program Held in Summer and Fall 2022Story
Community
Edmonton Public LibraryCategory
Language, Culture and Worldviews, Place, Land and TerritorySummary
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
Community
Edmonton Public LibraryCategory
Language, Culture and WorldviewsSummary
An EPL-hosted panel on reclaiming Indigenous Names. 