September 30 is now recognized as a federal statutory day of commemoration. The day provides an opportunity to reflect on the tragic history of residential schools and honour their Survivors by engaging in reconciliation activities within our communities. Are you looking for ways to get involved? Here are a few ideas: Donate. This year we […]
Edmonton’s Downtown Enrichers Edmonton City Centre is proud to be a collaborator within Edmonton’s downtown. As the largest group of retailers (80+ stores) and business tenants (TD Tower, 102A Tower, Centre Point Place) we are passionate about all of downtown; the people, residents, businesses, workers, commuters, shoppers, tourists. This series is our way of reflecting […]
The Art of Uli is a new solo exhibition of paintings by Uli Rossier which can be seen as a window exhibit in Edmonton City Centre on the corner of 102A Avenue and 100 Street. Uli Rossier is Nina Haggerty Centre’s 2021 Artist of the Year. The Nina Haggerty Centre in Edmonton in Edmonton offers […]
Edmonton City Centre is accepting donations of the following new items in support of the great work done by Boyle Street Community Services and The Mustard Seed: Hats Sunscreen Bug Spray Protein/Energy/Granola Bars Cash Donations also accepted (accepting donations of new items only) Please drop off your donations at Guest Services on Street Level. When […]
Audrey Poitras Audrey Mae Poitras has served as president of the Métis Nation of Alberta since 1996, the first female in that position. She also serves as vice-president on the Canadian Métis National Council and joined the Board of the Canadian Executive Service Organization in 2004. Born Audrey Mae Dumont, the daughter of Jean Baptiste […]
EPL’s Elder in Residence program launched in 2017 as a response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action and acknowledgement of the City of Edmonton’s Urban Aboriginal Declaration. EPL values, recognizes and depends on the Elder in Residence to support its efforts to provide knowledge sharing and access for all Edmontonians around education, […]
There are many types of traditional Indigenous knowledge keepers, ranging from first language speakers to elders. Elders have become the most recognized type of knowledge keeper, and there are specific protocols surrounding an individual being gifted with that title. Not all older Indigenous people are elders, although they may be well-respected and knowledgeable people. The […]
Edmonton is rich in ways to explore Indigenous culture. Take time with your friends and family to explore the many places in the Edmonton area that offer so much history. Here are a few of our favourites: Turtle Rock Effigy Labyrinth – Located in Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, east of the Edmonton Convention Centre and […]
Did you know that the traditional Cree name of Edmonton is amiskwacîwâskahikan? It translates to Beaver Hills House. Amiskwacîwâskahikan is a place that has been home to Indigenous peoples for millennia. It is a traditional meeting ground of the Cree, Dene, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux, Blackfoot and Métis. In 1876, amiskwacîwâskahikan became part of Treaty 6 […]
This year, National Indigenous History Month is dedicated to the missing children, the families left behind and the survivors of residential schools. Edmonton has the largest number of Indigenous residents in Alberta, with about 83,750 people in 2016 – 32.4% of the total Indigenous population in the province. Start your learning journey here to help […]