Indigenous Alberta

The province established the Kitaskino Nuwenëné Wildland in 2019 and covers more than 160,000 hectares.

The Moose Lake Access Management Plan (AMP), released on Tuesday, prohibits major infrastructure development within that buffer zone.

While the majority of WHL clubs are still awaiting word on when their season might begin, Alberta Health and provincial officials have given approval for the WHL’s five Alberta-based squads to commence an abbreviated 24-game regular season schedule to start Feb. 26.

In practice, this means that the Papaschase Nation isn’t an officially recognized band, despite having an elected council since 1999.

Community members have used the land as a place for hunting, fishing and trapping activities protected by treaty.

The museum has lined up a series of virtual presentations on cultural tattooing and cultural appropriation.

“Transportation is a huge issue … And fresh fruits and grocery stores have not developed along the reserve,” Khan said. “Bringing the food market specifically to the reserve it gives the Nation members an opportunity to purchase fresh fruits and veggies at a pretty good price.”

The documentary was produced to show how Siksika Nation faced one of its greatest challenges

The donations happened in the span of two days – Jan 19 and 22 – and ensured “minimal contact and social distancing” while doing so.

Lack of steady health-care services, crowded housing and a high number of elders has made First Nations and Métis settlements a priority for vaccination efforts.