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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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Voices of Amiskwaciy
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Language, Skills and Teachings
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Mossbag and Swing teachings shared by Dr. Darlene Auger.
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Voices of Amiskwaciy
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Art and Artists
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Through a national contest students from across Alberta were invited to create a work of art representing what Reconciliation means to them. Winners were invited to an event with Alberta's Lieutenant Governor where they shared their artwork and discussed.
Community
Voices of the Land
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Language, Culture and Worldviews, People and Personal Stories, Place, Land and Territory
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A documentary series about the power of Indigenous languages to revitalize culture and identity.
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Edmonton Public Library
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Culture and Worldviews
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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.
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Edmonton Public Library
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Language, Culture and Worldviews, Place, Land and Territory
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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.
Community
Edmonton Public Library
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Skills and Teachings
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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.
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Edmonton Public Library
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Art and Artists
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Library Assistant Caitlin is here to recommend graphic novels from Indigenous artists.
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Edmonton Public Library
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Art and Artists
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The revitalized Stanley A. Milner Library has a wealth of new Indigenous art displayed throughout the building.
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Edmonton Public Library
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Language, Culture and Worldviews
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An EPL-hosted panel on reclaiming Indigenous Names.
Community
Voices of Amiskwaciy
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Elder Wilson Bearhead shares his thoughts on the genesis of the Voices of Amiskwaciy project and its value for Edmonton's Indigenous communities.
Community
Voices of Amiskwaciy
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History and Resistance, People and Personal Stories, Place, Land and Territory, Indigenous Governance and Economies
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A brief history of the Michel Callihoo reserve disbanded in the 1950s and their aspirations for the future.
Community
Voices of Amiskwaciy
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Skills and Teachings
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Ten students at Montrose School enjoy a summer literacy camp with reading and writing activities combined with Indigenous Cultural teachings.