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Author: Dionne Phillips, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
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Book remembers ‘fighting spirit’ of Gino Odjick, hockey’s ‘Algonquin Assassin’
Biography of late Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg left winger explores Odjick’s legacy as enforcer in the rink — and Youth role model off the ice
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Animated short ‘Pow!’ tells the story of Indigenous Youth learning to appreciate culture
The film by Cowlitz writer and comedian Joey Clift, inspired by a true story at a powwow, is set to screen at VIFF on Oct. 12 before online release later this year
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‘A dire need for services’: Tŝilhqot’in Nation to open treatment facility amid toxic drug crisis
An Indigenous-focused program in partnership with Red Road Recovery is expected to begin later this year at two properties west of Williams Lake
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At MOV, Tŝilhqot’in Nation tells the story of a momentous repatriation: ‘We brought back history’
‘Nexwenen Nataghelʔilh’ celebrates the return of more than 60 artifacts, and ‘sets an example’ around how museums can work with Indigenous communities
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On wheels or horseback, journey to the Williams Lake Stampede fosters unity: ‘Everybody comes together’
The 22nd annual Tŝilhqot’in ride to the Stampede was larger than ever — bringing communities together along the way
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At bi-weekly Secwepemctsín meetings, Elders nurture and expand the language
Working together, a group of Kyé7es from different communities gathered in Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc to create new words, discuss grammar and much more
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In the shadow of a Tkarón:to expressway, Secwépemc artist honours flora on forest floors
Tania Willard’s ‘Declaration of the Understory’ installation brings the ‘plant community beneath the forest canopy’ to the country’s largest city
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Elaine Alec’s new book ‘Coming of Age’ shares teachings to navigate difficult times
‘I feel like this book gives people hope,’ says the syilx and Secwépemc author, who is set to be in ‘Vancouver’ June 5
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Secwépemc Elder says her new memoir is a call to follow your dreams: ‘Just go for it’
Cecilia DeRose’s new book ‘One Arrow Left,’ written with author Sage Birchwater, is an account of history, culture and strength
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‘We made it through the night’: New Secwépemc children’s book teaches about grief and loss
‘Tscwinúcw-k: The Stars of the Secwépemc’ was written by Stanley (T’ult) Daniels, who brings his family into every element of his work