Okanagan
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What does sovereignty actually mean in Canada?
IndigiNews heard your questions about what sovereignty means for Indigenous Peoples, and we have answers.
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Okanagan Nation fisherman accused of trespassing in dispute over traditional fishing grounds
John Kruger of Okanagan Nation was fishing in Okanagan Falls, B.C. when he was approached by a woman on private property asking him to leave
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‘Trust the process’: Syilx author shares her journey of healing in new book
Calling My Spirit Back is based on Elaine Alec’s past and present, and provides traditional tools for wellness.
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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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IndigiNews of the week: Time for change
Your weekly roundup of news and information about what’s happening across the Nation.
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OKIB Elders feel humbled after receiving joint honorary doctorate
Chris Marchand and Eric Mitchell were honoured for creating a UBCO program on cultural safety and for sharing how colonialism has affected them.
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OKIB and RDNO work collaboratively to see this historically significant Syilx beach come to life again
The new agreement in place will allow RDNO to maintain and enforce bylaw at Sandy Beach in Vernon B.C.
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Thirty years after Siege of Kanehsatà:ke, peace runner says ‘we’re still fighting’
Anna Tonasket recalls protesting for peace in the summer of 1990, but says there is still much to strive for.
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IndigiNews of the week: Let’s talk about resistance
Your weekly roundup of news and information about what’s happening across the Okanagan.
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Indigenous cannabis dispensary grows in popularity after raids
Tupa’s Joint, in Vernon B.C., has experienced a surge in curious customers and for more than just its products