The Wigwam Conspiracy: why are Canada 150’s Indigenous people stuck in time?
“In the midst of a party celebrating Canadian civilization, Indigenous peoples appear as static stereotypes.…
Author Brianna Wentz
Subjugation of Truth by Kent Monkman
Our Canada 150 series continues with Subjugation of Truth by Kent Monkman. This painting shows Chief…
Eight Years in Winnipeg
This week’s Canada 150 post explores a video collage by Indigenous filmmaker James Dixon. Eight…
Resurgence: Taking Back Space
May 26-June 4, 2017 is the 30th Winnipeg Pride Festival! The Pride Winnipeg Festival is…
Canada, I can cite for you, 150
This week’s Canada 150 post explores a poem by Michif (Métis) artist Christi Belcourt. But first,…
Canada 2167
This weeks Canada 150 post looks at Anishinaabe comedian Ryan McMahon who writes a column over on…
International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
The International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, held on May 17 every year, is a…
Lament for Confederation
We are fast approaching the 150 anniversary of confederation. There have been many celebrations already…
International No Diet Day
What is Body Peace? Body peace is about having respect for all body types, including…
Hepatitis Awareness Month
May is Hepatitis Awareness Month. Want to get involved? Use the hashtag #HepAware to share…