At this installment of Hot Dogs & Hot Takes on History, Ryan Crosschild invites us to explore the Blackfoot understandings of territory, boundaries, and belonging as questions about the province’s future intensify. Rather than beginning with Alberta or with the narratives about separation dominating public debate, this talk speaks from and for Blackfoot territory.Dive into...
Oil Pastels in the Garden WorkshopSpend a fall afternoon in The Confluence Garden getting creative with oil pastels! Surrounded by the vibrant colors of September and October, our friendly instructor will guide the group step-by-step through one seasonal piece to get you started, then take inspiration from the scenic garden and explore your own creativity...
Experience more than the raising of a traditional tipi: discover the stories, teachings, and values woven into every step of the process.This immersive half-day workshop invites participants to learn alongside local Indigenous Knowledge Keepers as they take part in the hands-on process of raising a tipi. Guided through each stage, from laying out the site...
Bison Symposium: Restoring Relationships, Restoring the LandThe Bison Symposium brings together Indigenous leaders, knowledge keepers, conservationists, and community members to explore the cultural, ecological, and spiritual significance of the buffalo.Invited speakers from the Blackfoot Confederacy and other initiatives come together sharing stories, insights, and experiences from ongoing efforts to return buffalo to their traditional territories...