What does reconciliation mean to you?: New northern podcast wants to know
Everything in the North is tied to reconciliation. Former MLA, Michael Miltenberger and lawyer Merrell-Ann Phare speak intimately on the subject of reconciliation in their…
Art
Dene author says storytelling is catalyst for healing in debut novel
Land-Water-Sky/Ndè-Tı-Yat’a is an ode to everything the creator made, says Catherine Lafferty
In her debut novel, the Yellowknife author shares an intimate work of fiction on the idea that through storytelling, readers can heal past traumas. In…
New Dene media site to highlight Indigenous voices
"I want to change the narrative through media, with the Dene nation," says Tyra Moses.
“We believe in walking in two worlds: education and culture,” says Tyra Moses. “Our people are strong, resilient and industrious”, she says, “I want to…
Leela Gilday looking to share her network with aspiring performer
One lucky young Dene woman will have the opportunity to be mentored by award-winning artist.
“Indigenous music is by Indigenous people,” says Leela Gilday. “Being a Dene woman in the industry, not having anyone to do what I do. I…
Inuvialuit artist designs Canadian Mint collector coin
Myrna Pokiak's design was selected to commemorate the NWT's 150th anniversary.
Myrna Pokiak, an Inuvialuit artist, has designed a collector coin that reflects the Inuit, First Nations and Métis peoples who shape the Northwest Territories. This…
Farmers Market reopening offers artists much needed platform
After spending the past couple months working on commissions, Dene artist Darrell Chocolate was able to publicly showcase his work at the Yellowknife Farmers Market….
Calling all NWT artists for new wayfinder kiosks!
The City of Yellowknife is calling on you – painters, digital, graffiti artists, photographers, and more – to apply your skills to six new information…