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How art helps embrace Indigenous roots
Kate Bandura, Lookout Contributor — As Canada prepares to observe National Truth and Reconciliation Day this September, we reflect on the intertwining of Indigenous heritage and military service through the story of one remarkable family. The Byrnell family’s military ties run deep. Wes Byrnell, a decorated veteran who served in the Canadian Armed Forces […]
L’art au service des racines autochtones
Kate Bandura, Collaboratrice du Lookout — Alors que le Canada s’apprête à célébrer la Journée nationale de la vérité et de la réconciliation en septembre, nous nous penchons sur l’imbrication de l’héritage autochtone et du service militaire à travers l’histoire d’une famille remarquable. Les liens militaires de la famille Byrnell sont profonds. Wes Byrnell, un […]
Truth and Reconcillation: B.C. Events and Resources
Events: Cedar Weaving Workshop Saturday, Sept. 28 | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm National Truth & Reconciliation: Cedar Weaving Workshop A very special opportunity to learn the traditional Indigenous art of cedar-hat weaving with Jessica Sault, Nuu-chah-nulth from the Tseshaht First Nation, and Cheyanne Tinoco from the Cowichan Nation. Register at aggv.ca Drum-Making […]