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1999 Sweetgrass Headlines

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Published December 13, 1999

Monument commemorates victims of violence
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

Métis Week proves busy for participants
by Terry Lusty

Nechi celebrates 25 years of success
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

Peigan Nation targets child poverty
by Shari Narine

Walkers celebrate addictions-free lifestyle
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

People and Places: Have a great new century
by Ethel Winnipeg

Terrying About - Siksika honors its athletes
by Terry Lusty

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Artist makes success count

Sale brings out the holiday spirit

Women need your help

Province strives for safe and caring schools

The making of man and the promise he gave

After six years, Knowing Our Spirits still a big draw

Aboriginal cowboys didn't go home with empty pockets

Northern job prospects great for an educated workforce

Engineer content with northern life

The gift the loon gave to the Creator


Published November 14, 1999

New court employs Aboriginal traditions
by Paul Melting Tallow

Study points to need for seat belt education
by Joan Black

Boyle Street Thanksgiving dinner serves 800
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

Community bids farewell to a Peigan Elder
by Paul Barnsley

Aboriginal education programs living on the edge
by Shari Narine

People and Places: This is for the youth
by Ethel Winnipeg

Terrying About - Business good on the rez
by Terry Lusty

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Youth conference draws nearly 2,000 delegates

Elders say young people should take control

AIDS Awareness Week brings people together

Take a different path

Three babies a big surprise

Success comes in small steps, says foster mom

Travel with Red Man Caravan

Media Club and Showcase '99 featured Laura Langstaff

Inner city ball team hosts ball tourney

Bands take resource development into 21st century

Aboriginal officers recognized for exemplary work


Published October 11, 1999

Stoney tribal administrator ousted
by Joan Black

Judge lays blame
by Joan Black

Game makes Métis history fun to learn
by Debbie Faulkner

Métis bodybuilder competes at championships in Edmonton
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

It's how a foster family works
by Marie Burke

Hello again folks - I'm back! - People and Places
by Ethel Winnipeg

Terrying About - Journalist honored by his people
by Terry Lusty

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Controversy surrounds Beaver First Nation's vote to split

Students continue to leave Peigan schools

Edmonton lawyer appointed to the bench

Saddle Lake member appointed to head new high school

Who really speaks for the Papaschase descendants?

Stoney Nation leadership blasted by judge

Future Leaders winds up for the year

Métis business owner gives generously to education

Join in the celebration

Drumheller ease reintergration

Team brings rehab services to reserves

Workshop to promote understanding and coping


Published September 13, 1999

Provincial elections held
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

Sisters deal with life through auntie's death
by Joan Black

City ball hockey team plans trip to Florida
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

Accident claims life of dancer
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

Youth to celebrate strength of culture
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

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Five year plan targets Métis employment

Clean air, water

Calgary co-operative gives artists an edge

Lead shot banned across the country

Alberta targets greatest HIV risks

Music awards to be held

Poet weaves music magic with tales of Métis women

Métis assembly turns 71 in style

Broadcaster has found her home

Avoid court challenges over hunting, Métis leader cautions


Published August 16, 1999

Lac Ste. Anne pilgrimage draws 40,000 faithful
by Terry Lusty

Pipes for sale
by Marie Burke

Native Selects play well in invitational tournament
by Terry Lusty

New minister appointed for Indian Affairs
by Paul Barnsley

Education is a family affair
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

Talk to the Feather: A letter to remind us
by Marie Burke

Terrying About - Powwows and Rodeos
by Terry Lusty

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New law is working for children

Shelter is a safe place for women

Run for unity brings a nation together

Funds received for health promotion project will bring CHRs online

Chinook winds move dancers

Tough year on Aboriginal cowboys at Calgary Stampede

Indian cowboy sings a traditional story with passion

Unique shelter for Elders opens

March remembered

Three firearms officers hired


Published July 5, 1999

Cree Nations plans to run and gather for cultural unity
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

Native art and artifacts to tour
by Marie Burke

Stan Daniels Centre first Aboriginal Awareness Day a success
by Terry Lusty

Métis dance society opens new studio in Edmonton
by Marie Burke

Youth conference participants in Calgary hear wake-up call
by Brad Crowfoot

Talk to the Feather: An exercise in trust
by Marie Burke

Terrying About - History making all over again
by Terry Lusty

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Boxing showdown in Edmonton will lead to Slave Lake card

Métis super woman leaves legacy and memories

Travelling diabetes program popular in rural Alberta

New contract could provide more jobs at Peigan Crafts

Treaty 8 Commemoration Photos

Aboriginal health grads are positive role models

Grads from three high schools

Deaf school continues good work started in the 1950s


Published June 7, 1999

Decision reached
by Marie Burke

Aboriginal Awareness Week in Calgary
by Terry Lusty

Esquao Awards honor women
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

Edmonton resident honored as Citizen of The Year
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

First Nations walk to demand accountibility
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

Talk to the Feather: Different views, common ground
by Marie Burke

Terrying About - National Powwow a success
by Terry Lusty

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Native women give recommendations on Bill C-31

Business contract brings success for Alexis First Nation

Casting calls begin for 200 movie extras

Circles in the earth still present mystery on the plains

Buffalo jump provided tool for Aboriginal survival

Actor/dancer foms new dance group

Eagles in the top 20

Movie camp offers opportunity and growth for young people


Published May 11, 1999

Women want the children back
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

Conference goal is to empower youth
by Allison Kidd

Fundraising gala for national powwow in Edmonton
by Marie Burke

Cree artist returns home to showcase his paintings
by Terry Lusty

Feather of Hope reaches out to help young people
by Marie Burke

Talk to the Feather: The price paid for the urban rez
by Marie Burke

Terrying About - Don't believe everything you hear
by Terry Lusty

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Métis sign provincial agreement

Colleen Klein hosts a breakfast auction for kottage

Friendship centre renovated to suit community

Edmonton's rap scene on Won-18

Preventing crime works in communites

Opening eyes about AIDS with the Be Aware video

Feather of Hope reaches out to help young people

Increase your chances, be neat and thorough

Scholarship advice given

Alternative learning environment offered

Substance abuse program uses different approach

Environmental group helping Old Man River valley

Warning issued by wildlife officials for Slave Lake

Photo project brings dignity to people

Economic and social issues protested on reserve


Published April 12, 1999

Saving the dream
by Allison Kidd

Treaty 8 Commemoration biggest summer event
by Marie Burke

Hair's no problem for recreation director
by Marie Burke

Spiritual health is issue number one
by Paul Barnsley

Art show crosses generations
by Shari Narine

Talk to the Feather: Change is unique to us all
by Marie Burke

Terrying About - Don't believe everything you hear
by Terry Lusty

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Man combines two traditions

Two Alberta Native women compete in national pageant

Albertan receives Achievement Award

Aboriginal stories, poems and songs focus of project

Blood First Nation woman has a recipe for success

Hard work, commitment makes company a success

Peigan Health Centre nears completion

Skating Ducks have five of a kind on team

Edmonton film-maker reaches for the stars


Published March 15, 1999

Eliminate racism
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

Band office occupation linked to Reform, chief says
by Marie Burke

Community can stop gangs from signing up Native youth
by Marie Burke

Video technology taken to Peigan, Siskisa nations
by Marie Burke

Round Dance pays tribute to students and education
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

Wild horse event exhilarating for Blackfoot man
by Marie Burke

Terrying About - Winter fun at Anzac carnival
by Terry Lusty

News in brief...

Day of remembrance

Urban youth centres

Aboriginal affairs minister strikes Métis task force

Lubicon talks continue


Published February 15, 1999

Inquiry begins look at shooting deaths
by Debora Lockyer Steel

Head Start workshop a boon for youth and instructors
by Terry Lusty

Student help available for summer projects
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

Woman runs business with the heart and spirit
by Marie Burke

Plans are underway for this year's athletic award
by Yvonne Irene Gladue

Injustice is seen all around us but faith in humanity prevails
by Marie Burke

Terrying About - Cruiserweight to do battle
by Terry Lusty


Published January 18, 1999

Métis settlement protesters raise accountability issue
by Marie Burke

Lloyd Auger retires from Poundmaker's
by Terry Lusty

Alberta women receive human rights recognition
by Terry Lusty

Construction of pipeline brings Aboriginal employment
by Marie Burke

Full stomach makes learning easier for students
by Rob McKinley

Aboriginal people and the collective - Commentary
by Marie Burke

Terrying About - Festival, carnivals and more
by Terry Lusty