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Building A Better Tomorrow For Calgary’s Indigenous Youth
Johnny grew up in a traditional Cree household in northern Saskatchewan. As a kid, he took part in all the cultural events in his community, often helping his grandfather ...Read More...
What Are Land Acknowledgements And Why Do They Matter?
Stories of the Land: Acknowledging Treaty 7 Territory If you’ve attended an event recently, there’s a good chance the emcee opened with a recognition of the traditional Indigenous territory you ...Read More...
Guest Post by Franco Savoia: Enough for All, a Community Commitment to Overcoming Poverty
I was six years old at a market with Mamma in Italy. I wanted a comic book. When I started to cry, she quietly shared, “Franco, caro figlio, I ...Read More...
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