Okanagan
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‘60s Scoop survivors still waiting for settlement amid pandemic
Thousands are still waiting for approval for ‘60s Scoop settlement payments. Now, due to the pandemic, the wait grows.
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Vernon social justice group rallies to raise awareness for human trafficking victims
Vernonites raised signs and awareness about the growing concerns over human trafficking at a downtown rally last week.
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For Indigenous youth, learning traditional canoe making means ‘to be proud of my culture’
The pandemic has not held back Westbank First Nation youth, who are working on their first canoe this summer.
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IndigiNews of the week: Keeping culturally connected
Your weekly roundup of news and information about what’s happening across the Nation.
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Need more information about Indigenous Peoples’ history with Canada? We’re here to help
This list of readings will help you become a better informed Canadian.
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Splatsin Elder struggles to stop tubers from accessing his private property
Nathan Kinbasket wants the public and the government to respect his land by steering clear of it.
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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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IndigiNews of the week: Let’s talk sovereignty
A weekly highlight of what is happening in Indigenous and related news across the Nation.
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Community rallies around Okanagan fishermen in dispute over land rights
People gathered to march for their inherent fishing rights, and celebrate the removal of the fence blocking river access.
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Using the Medicine Wheel to find contemporary healing
How Idris Hudson was influenced by the Medicine Wheel to deliver traditional medicines to Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.