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‘A waterfront for all Hamiltonians’: New public space is beginning of ‘generational project’ on the bay – The Spec
July 31, 2024 Redevelopment aims to draw visitors to west harbour with redesigned space, public art, food trucks and special events. Workers are putting the finishing touches on a new west harbour pedestrian area that will soon be open to walkers, runners and cyclists. The city says the majority of the fencing around the stretch […]
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Timmins Indigenous group to highlight Indigenous artist in logo redesign contest – TimminsToday.com
Timmins Indigenous Organizations Committee is looking for an Indigenous artist from the Timmins-area to create a new logo, with the winner receiving a $500 gift card of their choice TIOC’s vision is to increase awareness and respect of the diverse Indigenous cultures within the Timmins community, while its mission to provide opportunities and resources for […]
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$22 Million in donations distributed to local community organizations from the Reinhart Weber and the Weber Foundation – Midland Today
The Midland Cultural Centre relies on sponsors and donors to run diverse programming On July 2nd, 2024, the Midland Cultural Centre (MCC) hosted an event during which Reinhart Weber and the Weber Foundation generously donated $22 million to local organizations in the community, including MCC. The MCC has a longstanding relationship with the Weber Foundation, […]
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HOME: A Space of Sharing and Strength
July 30, 2024 The National Gallery of Canada (NGC) presents HOME: A Space of Sharing and Strength, an exhibition highlighting recent acquisitions made by the NGC that explore the idea of home as a powerful but fragile site. Opening on August 2, the exhibition will run until December 15, 2024. The six artists featured in […]
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Ashley Callingbull becomes first Indigenous woman to win Miss Universe Canada – CTV News
July 30, 2024 Ashley Callingbull has become the first Indigenous woman to win Miss Universe Canada. The 34-year-old model, actress and television host from Enoch Cree Nation, Alta., was crowned in Windsor, Ont., on Saturday. Callingbull is currently an in-game host for the National Hockey League, Canadian Football League, and the National Lacrosse League. She […]
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Sarah Lewis representing Curve Lake First Nation at inaugural Miss Indigenous Canada – kawarthaNOW
July 26, 2024 The City of Peterborough’s inaugural poet laureate says she’s ‘blessed’ to be part of first-ever pageant of its kind Sarah Lewis, the City of Peterborough’s inaugural poet laureate, is in the running for the Miss Indigenous Canada title. Lewis, a spoken-word artist from Curve Lake First Nation near Peterborough, is one of […]
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Meiyah Whiteduck representing Pikwakanagan First Nation at Miss Indigenous Canada – 104.9 Pembroke Today
Jul 26, 2024 The Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation is being represented at the first-ever Miss Indigenous Canada pageant, being held July 24-27. Meiyah Whiteduck is one of 26 contestants competing at the event at Six Nations of the Grand River, Ont. Whiteduck is Bear Clan, raised with strong family and community values that drive […]
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‘Beautiful ways of showcasing’ Indigenous culture takes over first Hollinger fun day – timminspress
Jul 22, 2024 First-time partnership between festival committee and Mushkegowuk council The Timmins Festivals and Events Committee approached Mushkegowuk Council in February with a view to producing an “Indigenous Showcase” at Hollinger Fun Day 1, July 19 at Hollinger Park. The aim was to include the Indigenous community in the annual Rock on the River […]
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We can create a new history’: Indigenous burial mounds on northern Ontario golf course fenced off – CBC
Jul 22, 2024 Burial ground dates back centuries and some of ancient site likely ‘destroyed’ when golf course was built Most golfers teeing off on the 15th hole of the Huron Pines country club have no idea there are people buried just a few steps away. This spring, fencing appeared around a wooded area of the […]
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Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation’s annual powwow shares Indigenous traditions – DurhamRegion.com
July 18, 2024 Experience the vibrant culture and traditions of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation at their 26th annual powwow on July 20-21, 2024. One of the largest First Nation powwows in Ontario promises a weekend filled with vibrant cultural celebrations, traditional dances, and community spirit, set for July 20-21 on Scugog Island. […]
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