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We need to break those barriers’: Sask. model becomes first Indigenous person to open for Dior fashion show – CTV News
March 29, 2023 An 18-year-old Saskatchewan woman became the first Indigenous model to open for a Dior fashion show, in late February. Now the model, from Fishing Lake First Nation, advocates for more representation on the runway. Heather Diamond Strongarm wants to see more Indigenous people in the fashion industry. “Indigenous people’s contributions to the […]
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MGBHLM First Nation holds first-of-its kind uplifting gala – SaskToday.ca
Dozens of artists, including powwow dancers, musicians, a comedian, and a motivational speaker, highlighted the gala honoring recently passed Young Boady and a young first nation boy Kynyon Starchief-Walkingbear as he battles cancer. MGBHLM FIRST NATION – Major themes at MGBHLM’s first-ever Uplifting Gala included community healing, lifting up Indigenous voices, and togetherness. The first-of-its-kind […]
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Honouring miyo wâhkôhtowin powwow
This month Saskatchewan Polytechnic hosted its first powwow to honour miyo wâhkôhtowin. Powwows are a central aspect of Indigenous culture and provide an opportunity to celebrate traditions, showcase talent and bring people together in a spirit of unity and friendship. Sask Polytech had 150 dancers and 500 attendees. “Indigenous Strategy organized Sask Polytech’s first powwow […]
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Reconciliation Tisdale hosting blanket exercise – SaskToday.ca
March 23, 2023 Reconciliation Tisdale is hosting a KAIROS Blanket Exercise on Saturday, March 25 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. TISDALE — An upcoming exercise open to the public aims to show Canadian history from an Indigenous perspective in an effort to promote reconciliation. Reconciliation Tisdale, a group of community members committed to supporting […]
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2023 Living in Harmony award recipients
March 22, 2023 A ceremony was held at the Broadway Theatre on the International day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (March 21) to announce the 2023 Living in Harmony award recipients. Living in Harmony awards recognize outstanding achievements in contributing to the elimination of racial discrimination in our community. They are presented annually on or around […]
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Mitsuing educating people through Indigenous dances – SaskToday.ca
Indigenous performer Patrick Mitsuing looks to pass on their culture and traditions. SASKATOON — Patrick Mitsuing wants to educate everyone — Indigenous and non-Indigenous — on the history and traditions of First Nations Peoples. He hopes his last month’s historic Super Bowl performance would open up more conversations about their culture, especially the dances their […]
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Métis Nation–Saskatchewan reinstates Harvesting Advisory Group
March 7, 2023 – Métis history is the story of a people seeking self-determination, with community and culture informing our relationship with nature and each other. Prior to the expansion of Canada, harvesting was the traditional way of life for Métis people and remains an integral part of life for many. Our ancestors lived off […]
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A good wolf and stories for youth highlight Aboriginal Storytelling Month – paNOW
Feb 28, 2023 As February comes to a close, so does another memorable Aboriginal Storytelling Month in Saskatchewan. One of the many events that happened this past month took place at Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Prince Albert with Indigenous storytellers Leah Dorion and Curtis Breaton. Both spoke to paNOW about the event and what storytelling means […]
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Indigenous storyteller shares about finding identity through storytelling – paNOW
Feb 22, 2023 As Aboriginal Storytelling Month continues, those who have taken part in events throughout the province are sharing why the month is important to them. For Curtis Peeteetuce, honouring Aboriginal Storytelling is so much more than what the month offers. It’s about the custom of Indigenous Storytelling and its importance. Peeteetuce teaches the […]
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Rush continue to honour Indigenous tradition with new ceremony this season – TSN
Lacrosse and Indigenous peoples. A blanket ceremony and land acknowledgement. Respect and reconciliation. These star-crossed connections can be found at every Saskatchewan Rush home game this season. “Being part of an organization like the Rush that shows respect and a move towards reconciliation with First Nations and Indigenous peoples is great,” says Rush forward Marshall […]
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