Category Archives: Staff Blogs

Cree Author + Artist Adrian Sutherland debuts his memoir "The Work of Our Hands"
Cree Artist and Author Adrian Sutherland is releasing his memoir "The Work of Our Hands" on December 30, 2025. A personal look into what life is like in his home of Attawapiskat on James Bay, Ontario....
Johanna Luna Dec 16, 2025

A New Era: Indigenous-Owned, Community-Driven
Western Varieties Wholesale is entering an exciting new chapter. The long-standing Edmonton business is now Indigenous-owned, with Veronica McRae stepping into ownership after working with the company...
Digital News Dec 16, 2025

Canadian Métis Singer-Songwriter Michelle Joly
Michelle Joly is a Canadian Mtis singer-songwriter from St. Paul, Alberta, known for blending folk, jazz, soul, and roots music. She spent a decade performing on cruise ships and served as a backup vo...
Johanna Luna Dec 16, 2025

Winter Solstice and what it means to Indigenous People
Dec 21st is not only the shortest day of the year and the official start of winter. It's a tradition that goes back centuries. Many First nations take this time of year to slow down and acknowledge th...
Digital News Dec 13, 2025

Rockin' Thunder announces 2026 headliners for two-day festival
Rockin' Thunder, Canada's newest and biggest festival dedicated to rock 'n' roll, will be returning to Exhibition Lands Racetrack on July 11-12, 2026. After a sold-out debut earlier this year, the fes...
Darrell Stranger Dec 11, 2025

Winter Fun in Alberta: Your Ultimate "It's Cold... So What?" Guide
Alberta is basically in a long term relationship with winter. It's cold, it's dramatic, it overstays its welcome... but honestly? Winter here is iconic. Snow means adventures, bragging rights, and exc...
Digital News Dec 09, 2025

Science Says These 10 Tracks Will Instantly Make You Feel Good
Ever wondered why some songs instantly make you feel good? According to Dr. Michael Bonshor, who holds a PhD in music psychology, the formula for a "happy song" includes: A major key 7th chords Around...
Digital News Dec 03, 2025

Nitro Circus rolling into Rogers Place December 20
Nitro Circus is back with even more high-flying stunts as part of their "Off The Rails" tour. Co-founded by action sports icon Travis Pastrana, Nitro Circus features elite athletes and world-class dar...
Darrell Stranger Dec 03, 2025 Courtesy: Nitro Circus

Meet Metis Actor Brandon Horth from Contamination film
Brandon Horth is a Metis Actor releasing his latest film Contamination this Saturday, November 22, 2025 at the Landmark Cinemas in Edmonton. The film is a sci-fi action film full of guns and sharp goo...
Johanna Luna Nov 18, 2025

Edmonton Food Bank to benefit from holiday smile cookie
The Holiday Smile Cookie is back again this year and people can support local organizations with a delicious sweet treat. Last year over $10 million was raised across the country for local charities a...
Darrell Stranger Nov 18, 2025












