Arts
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5 books to decolonize your mind this Thanksgiving
Books written by Indigenous authors that you should read.
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Janine Lott on her journey of becoming an artist, one seed at a time
Syilx artist discusses her career and recently commissioned artwork for Downie-Wenjack Legacy Space in Kelowna.
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Award-winning film ‘Rustic Oracle’ looks at impact of MMIWG crisis through a child’s eyes
Mohawk writer and director Sonia Bonspille Boileau’s latest film premieres in Kelowna and Nanaimo this week
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Métis jigging educator teaches dance steps and self-esteem
Beverly Lambert strives to teach Métis students to have pride in themselves and their culture through jigging.
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Syilx author and illustrator publishes his first children’s book
The Indigenous children’s book teaches Nsyilxcən language basics through illustrations revolving around the four seasons.
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Okanagan Nation DJ goes global with virtual music nights
DJ Bonneau has people tearing up the rug during lockdown with his Country Night Live broadcasts from home.
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Get cultured this summer with these virtual classes
Check out these online seminars for Indigenous Peoples to learn traditional practices from the safety of their home.
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Okanagan Indigenous Music and Arts Festival successfully kicks off second year
Co-founders Jennifer Money and Danielle Crowe share the inspiration for the festival and how it’s been adapted to the pandemic.
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This Syilx youth dreams of being an actor and a professional powwow dancer
12-year-old Leroi Bent from Okanagan Nation talks about pursuing his dreams and making a movie with his family during a pandemic.
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A gift store and gallery’s journey to make it through COVID-19
First they closed their doors, then they moved online and now they’re open to the public once again.