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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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Feather Reine: Healing through Dance

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Voices of Amiskwaciy
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People and Personal Stories, Art and Artists
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A story of healing and reconnecting with culture through pow wow dancing.

Ceremony and Identity

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Community
Native Counselling Services of Alberta
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Skills and Teachings
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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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Terry's Traditional Arts Collection

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Community
Terry Lusty Media
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Art and Artists, Skills and Teachings
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Moosehide Beaded Jacket and Caribou Beaded Gloves

Mossbag and Swing Teachings

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Community
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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Imagine A Canada Youth Showcase

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Community
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.

Milner Virtual Open House: Thunderbird House Tour

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Community
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.

The Weekly 3: Indigenous Comics

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Community
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.

Milner Virtual Open House: Spotlight on Indigenous Art

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Community
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.

Reclaiming Indigenous Names: A Panel Event

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Community
Edmonton Public Library
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Language, Culture and Worldviews
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An EPL-hosted panel on reclaiming Indigenous Names.
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Frontier College Summer Literacy Camp at Montrose School

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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.
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Voices of Amiskwaciy: Elder Wilson Bearhead

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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.
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Michel First Nation: Alberta's Untold History

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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.

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