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Winter falls like a blanket, cold and dark, so the world can slow, rest and recharge. In many Indigenous cultures winter is a time of community and storytelling. During the long, cold nights, children were taught about their history, their…
Across the prairies, life is unfolding a little bit differently than it has in years past. I hear the voices of chickadees and crows setting their boundaries as they always have, but the voices are a little clearer this time…
Recently and for obvious reasons I have had to switch from a face-to-face teaching style to an entirely online delivery. There are so many gifts that are unique to online classes, and at some point I hope to experience them…
Have you considered yet that the days ahead might represent one of the most spectacular opportunities of our lives? I am not making light of the difficult situation facing families, especially families who have vulnerable people. I am noting that…
It is an extraordinary time to be alive right now. This morning the Saskatchewan government announced that it was following the lead of other provinces and closing schools indefinitely. While this is the best decision that they could make at…
As we wrap up this year so many things race through my head. In the midst of all of them all, a few personalities stand out from the crowd, in terms of iconic symbols….at least for me. Trump Standing under…
There are so many young people in our communities stepping forward to carry the burden of land stewardship, and yet so few ways to honour them. KidsRights.org offers one very spectacular opportunity. Each year they gather nominations from around the…
I am very grateful to Patti Rowley for her leadership as an ally. Patti has found her calling as someone who can support, highlight and set the stage for groups who struggle to find or share their voice. This beautiful…
I cannot begin to share how excited I am about the newest addition to the Indigenous line-up. A friend recently sent me the video of Sioux Chef, a group of Indigenous chefs who are bringing back both traditional recipies and…