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Band members demand financial transparency in lawsuit against Stoney Nation

Band members demand financial transparency in lawsuit against Stoney Nation

Muriel Labelle, Kenny Hunter and Wanda Rider are seeking a court order that would require Stoney Nakoda Nations to release all missing financial disclosure documents under the First Nations Financial Transparency Act (FNFTA), between 2018 and 2022, including the salaries and expenses of chiefs and council.
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History remembered in Îyârhe Nakoda band's name change

History remembered in Îyârhe Nakoda band's name change

Jacob’s band, Wesley, Goodstoney – the history of what is today known as the Goodstoney (Kichipwot) First Nation is long and winding.
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Pipe ceremony blesses path forward for Banff-Kananaskis MLA Elmeligi

Pipe ceremony blesses path forward for Banff-Kananaskis MLA Elmeligi

“Like many said, this is the first time an MLA has come to us in this way. We invited her and of course, she agreed, but I think this is a first step for us to build a strong relationship with her and have our voices be heard in the Alberta legislature.”
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Bearspaw Chief calls out Minister McIver over false dam project statements

Bearspaw Chief calls out Minister McIver over false dam project statements

“I am not aware of any blessings by the Stoney Chiefs pertaining to any site of a proposed dam, I know I haven’t provided one,” wrote Dixon in the letter. “This mischaracterization gives the false impression we are in favour of the dam project wherein no decision has yet been made.”
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PHOTOS: Teepee raising ceremony held at Northwest Mounted Police barracks

PHOTOS: Teepee raising ceremony held at Northwest Mounted Police barracks

PHOTOS: Teepee raising ceremony held at Northwest Mounted Police barracks
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Big Horn undergoing much-needed water, wastewater infrastructure improvements

Big Horn undergoing much-needed water, wastewater infrastructure improvements

The Îyârhe Nakoda First Nation community, 24 km west of Nordegg and about 276 km northwest of Mînî Thnî, is building new water and wastewater treatment infrastructure following a visit from Indigenous Services Canada in 2019 that proved upgrades were needed.
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Indigenous Perspectives delves into traditions, knowledge through eyes of six artists

Indigenous Perspectives delves into traditions, knowledge through eyes of six artists

“This is only our second show of the year at Three Sisters Gallery and we thought it was important to put together to demonstrate our commitment to Indigenous relations through the exhibit and working with artists across the province.”
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Official election results secure win for NDP's Elmeligi in Banff-Kananaskis

Official election results secure win for NDP's Elmeligi in Banff-Kananaskis

“I’m happy to see these final results,” said Elmeligi. “But I have also been operating under the assumption that I was the MLA-elect and I’m glad that I still am.”
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$266k donation assists renovation of Canmore Collegiate theatre

$266k donation assists renovation of Canmore Collegiate theatre

A $266,000 donation to Canadian Rockies Public Schools will be used to help renovate the Canmore Collegiate High School theatre and add a new culinary arts kitchen at Banff Community High School.
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Mînî Thnî powwow academy fashion show a display of cultural pride

Mînî Thnî powwow academy fashion show a display of cultural pride

“There’s been a lot of challenges and adversities students have encountered over the school year – I’ve literally seen blood, sweat and tears. I had a student that actually sewed her finger, and I also had a student who made a ribbon skirt with a broken heart – she had tears falling as she was making it.”
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