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Author: Kelsie Kilawna, Local Journalism Initiative reporter
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‘More than a headline:’ Sabrina Jack’s family opens up one year after her death
The Jack family remembers their Sabrina’s humour, care and strength
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Secwépemc matriarch cuts off her hair in defence of her lands and waters
Miranda Dick, from the Secwépemc Nation cut off her hair before being arrested, defending her lands and waters
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Supreme Court case for sn̓ʕay̓ckstx man challenges colonial border rules
Native Americans could be constitutionally protected under Canadian Law after being heard in the Supreme Court.
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Leaflets linked to white supremacist websites scattered near schools in Vernon B.C.
Parents continue to find white supremacy leaflets littering the sidewalks and streets near schools raising serious concerns
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Indigenous daycare a hopeful possibility in Vernon B.C.
In cities all across the country parents struggle to find adequate, safe, and affordable childcare. That need is no different in Vernon B.C., where not only is childcare difficult to find, but a childcare centre that is culturally built for Indigenous children simply doesn’t exist within city limits. Indigenous children often need to go to…
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My career as a journalist is helping reconnect my family — and my community too
A family once separated from the land by colonialism reconnects through the teachings and knowledge gained through my interviews.
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Confronting their addictions to make way for healing — a love story
Danielle Saddleman and Shane Miller a couple of 20 years, share their journey to break the cycle of intergenerational trauma.
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Indigenous-led grassroots cannabis gathering coming to Penticton
The Okanagan Cannabis Council is hosting the Grassroots First Cannabis Gathering with hopes to share information about cannabis and First Nations communities.
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Community lifts up Indigenous food truck dream
Building on his successful bannock stand, OKIB member Shane Miller opens BannockSlap Burgers and Indian Tacos, to rave reviews.
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OKIB issues first license under the new Cannabis Control Law
Cory Brewer, an Okanagan nation member, was the first to have his cannabis dispensary licensed by the Okanagan Indian Band