Métis
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Promoting resiliency through physical activity
Ivy Richardson and Elder Stella Erasmus Johnson want Indigenous people to care for themselves through physical activity.
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Parents of the first baby born in village in over 50 years share their story
Andrea Fergusson and Brendan Tom sit side-by-side on their bed in the Tla-o-qui-aht village of Opitsaht, in the same house where Fergusson gave birth to their youngest son, Felix. He was the first baby to be born in the village in over 50 years. The family shares their birth story to encourage others to revitalize…
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‘Igniting their spirit:’ Lise Haddock fights for Indigenous youth in Cowichan Valley
Haddock is the first Indigenous executive director of the Canadian Mental Health Association’s Cowichan Valley branch.
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What’s at stake for Indigenous kids in care this provincial election?
We analyzed party platforms and reached out to the leaders of B.C.’s three major political parties
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Healing program for Indigenous women in Victoria moves online
Leaders and participants in the Urban Indigenous Women’s Program are eager to continue despite challenges
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Victoria community demands justice for Joyce Echaquan
Racism in healthcare front and center at Sunday’s vigil and memorial for mother who died
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First Nations grapple with COVID-19 cases after having significantly lower rates initially
First Nations individuals living on reserve had COVID-19 rates that were one quarter of the rate of the general population — what can be learned from this?
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Wellness webinars offer at-home alternative to community programming during pandemic
The nine-part series promoting resiliency focuses on holistic health and traditional teachings.
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Eight Indigenous back-to-school reads for kids and adults
A curated reading list of First Nations authors from the Salish Sea and Pacific Coast region.
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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.