Okanagan
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IndigiNews of the week: It’s National Indigenous Peoples Day!
Your weekly roundup of news and information about what’s happening.
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At Sagmoen sentencing, families of the missing sing for justice
Curtis Sagmoen walked free from a Vernon courtroom on Friday. His victim’s supporters followed.
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‘I am proud of the 2020 grad class’
Grade 12 student Autumn Bent reflects on graduating amid a global pandemic.
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Building bridges with bannock
Meet the only Indigenous food vendor at the Vernon Farmers’ Market
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IndigiNews of the week: The Anti-Racism movement continues
A weekly highlight of what is happening in Indigenous and related news across the Nation.
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Okanagan: We want to hear about your experiences with police
IndigiNews is open to listening to your stories, either positive or negative.
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Indigenous pot shop owner refuses to shut down after being raided by province
Tupa’s Joint opened without provincial license. Owner Cory Brewer says he’s asserting his sovereign rights backed by his band and UNDRIP.
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Peaceful Black Lives Matter rally and vigil in Kelowna
Hundreds gathered in downtown Kelowna to spread awareness of police brutality.
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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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‘Not much has been done’ says Vernon-based MMIWG advocate
One year after MMIWG report, Meagan Louis talks about what the anniversary means in the Okanagan