IndigiNews of the week: Our stories, our history
Your weekly roundup of news and information about what’s happening across the Nation.
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Chehala Leonard, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
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Okanagan Nation seeks donations to support Colville Tribes amid wildfires
They will be accepting donations from Sept. 14-16.
IndigiNews of the week: Let’s talk sovereignty
A weekly highlight of what is happening in Indigenous and related news across the Nation.
Okanagan Indigenous Music and Arts Festival successfully kicks off second year
Co-founders Jennifer Money and Danielle Crowe share the inspiration for the festival and how it’s been adapted to the pandemic.
Indigenous-owned winery raises tasting glasses for the first time in months
Tastings begin and restaurant reopening plans in the works at Indigenous World Winery amid phase two of B.C.’s restart plan.
A gift store and gallery’s journey to make it through COVID-19
First they closed their doors, then they moved online and now they’re open to the public once again.
Don’t panic, they have bannock: How Kekuli Cafe is adapting to the COVID-19 reality
Cafe prepares for the future as B.C. economy reopens
Being out on the land for Indigenous communities is being home
People of the Okanagan Nation are engaging with the land during COVID-19 — and social media is playing a part.
