It started with a seed
By Shani Gwin A community needs structure to operate effectively – I don’t think this is news to anyone. When you think of a community structure – how do you view it? What are the elements, how do people work together and is there someone in charge? If you were to shift your mind to […]
NEWS RELEASE: Edmonton startup wâsikan kisewâtisiwin selected as a 2024 Solver Team by MIT Solve
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NEWS RELEASE Edmonton startup wâsikan kisewâtisiwin selected as a 2024 Solver Team by MIT Solve Out of 2,200+ international applications, wâsikan kisewâtisiwin was one of 30 winning teams October 17, 2024 (amiskwacîwâskahikan | Edmonton) – wâsikan kisewâtisiwin has been selected as a 2024 Solver team by the renowned MIT Solve- an initiative […]
The Creative Team’s Thoughts on AI
by Presley Mills, Creative Director Human intelligence is the only creative expression we trust pipikwan pêhtâkwan does not currently use Generative AI – it is an uninformed, unregulated tool unable to meet the needs of our clients, protect artists or protect Indigenous cultures in its current state. As an Indigenous agency, we are constantly […]
Balancing Communication Basics in a Shifting Landscape
Written by: Michelle Lean Reflections on IABC World Conference 2024 As I sit in Chicago O’Hare Airport waiting to board my flight back to amiskwaciwâskihikan (Edmonton), I want to share my thoughts on key takeaways from this year’s International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) World Conference. As most communicators know, it’s easy to get caught […]
Decolonizing the Media and Public Relations
In 2023, we shared with communicators at the International Association of Business Communicators’ (IABC) world conference on the effects of colonization on Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island; a subject both Canadians and people outside of Canada are often unaware of. We explored how communicators can start decolonizing both their writing and business practices. Here’s a […]
pipikwan pêhtâkwan stands in solidarity with the people of Palestine
Content Warning: colonialism, genocide and state-sponsored violence *Follow @freepalestineyeg for actionable advice on how you can advocate for the Palestinian people in amiskwacîwâskahikan (Edmonton) – including attending solidarity marches, donating money, and accessing information on how to contact your elected officials.* Decolonization must hold value across the world – not just here on Turtle Island. […]
Decolonizing Design and Branding
Decolonization is about repatriation of Indigenous life and land. Decolonization is an anti-oppressive practice, not a metaphor. The use of Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing repositions narratives, especially in settler-colonial states where there is no post-colonial state, but there is potential to affirm the existence and de-marginalize (Tuck & Yang, 2012). Why should […]
One for my nôhkoms – reflecting on the Papal visit anniversary
It’s now been a year since Pope Francis visited and began his apology tour on Turtle Island – and more specifically for us, on Treaty No. 6 Territory. Pope Francis was hosted by the four Nations of Maskwacis (Ermineskin Cree Nation, Samson Cree Nation, Louis Bull Tribe and Montana First Nation) and Alexis Nakota Sioux […]
Meet Coleen Garska, Wellness Elder and Cultural Liaison
Greetings! tansi! My name is Coleen Garska, born Colleen English in Inuvik, Northwest Territories. I am the eldest of six to my parents Mabel and Bill, who are Gwich’in, from Ft. McPherson and of Irish ancestry, originally from Calgary, AB. As a northerner, I was raised with two cultures and lived between both while growing […]
Indigenous Education Resource
We often talk about the significance of education around Indigenous history and issues and how meaningful it is when non-Indigenous people take the initiative to learn. It simultaneously minimizes the emotional labour on Indigenous Peoples and advances reconciliation. We also know it can be an overwhelming task. There are many resources available, books to read […]
