Vancouver Island
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Royal BC Museum to double Indigenous collections and repatriation team as racism investigation uncovers ‘bad’ results
The museum plans to hire eight new people to join the current team of six.
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‘Want to heal with me?’ — Haíłzaqv run for wellness
Haíłzaqv community launches a new initiative that encourages daily physical activity in their community during ongoing pandemic.
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Birth alerts explained: Anishinaabe social work prof clarifies ‘illegal’ and ‘unconstitutional’ practice
Billie Allan says there is a ‘legacy of racism that has not been dealt with.’
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IndigiNews is covering education for Indigenous students, teachers, and families: Here’s the latest
As IndigiNews’s education reporter covering Vancouver Island, I’m following all of the latest developments. Every month, I’ll bring you a roundup of what you need to know about what’s relevant to Indigenous students, teachers, parents and families. What you need to know: K-12 BC Parks is recruiting for its 2021 BC Parks Student Ranger Program…
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Happy Family Literacy Day! Here’s what it means for 11 notable Indigenous storytellers
Indigenous artists and authors speak about what Family Literacy Day means for them, their families and communities
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Drones will deliver medical supplies to remote First Nations during COVID-19 pandemic
The Remote Communities Drone Transport Initiative received seven hundred and fifty thousand dollars to deliver much-needed medical supplies to a remote community for a pilot project that will run over the next year.
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Facing fears and centering facts as COVID-19 vaccines roll out
Like many First Nations communities, Klahoose First Nation gets some relief as Moderna vaccine makes its way through the community.
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How journalist Angela Sterritt cares for her spirit while exposing ugly truths
‘Your ancestors always have your back,’ says the celebrated Gitxsan reporter
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Need for Indigenous programming in Canadian prisons
Dr. Ivan Zinger says education is lacking, outdated in correctional facilities — but what does that mean for cultural teachings?
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26 Indigenous governing bodies are reclaiming authority over child welfare
Leaders dig into Bill C-92 at AFN virtual gathering.