Cara McKenna
@caramck.bsky.social
editor @ IndigiNews | journalism in the Guardian, the Globe and Mail, APTN, CP/AP etc. | based in amiskwaciywâskahikan
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“This is a very layered fight that we’re up against,” said Secwépemc land defender April Thomas, “because it’s right down from the individual level, right up to fighting for collective rights and title.”
Story by Aaron Hemens.
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Story by Aaron Hemens.
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‘I’m standing up for everything that I believe in,’ say land defenders preparing to appeal TMX convictions
Secwépemc and Nlaka’pamux activists arrested at pipeline site ceremony await Supreme Court of Canada’s green light to appeal, as allies fundraise for legal costs
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February 12, 2026 at 9:45 PM
“This is a very layered fight that we’re up against,” said Secwépemc land defender April Thomas, “because it’s right down from the individual level, right up to fighting for collective rights and title.”
Story by Aaron Hemens.
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Story by Aaron Hemens.
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This week, IndigiNews is launching a new fellowship with the goal to support and train emerging Indigenous photojournalists! Please apply and share with your networks.
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We’re launching an Indigenous photojournalism fellowship in Mi’kma’ki
Introducing the IndigiNews ReFocus program — apply now to join us in May
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February 4, 2026 at 6:15 PM
This week, IndigiNews is launching a new fellowship with the goal to support and train emerging Indigenous photojournalists! Please apply and share with your networks.
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Today, we're proud to launch our NEW IndigiNews Refocus Photojournalism Fellowship: Mi’kma’ki!
This is a chance for Indigenous photojournalists in Canada to learn from industry-leaders in a paid one week intensive from May 17 - 23, 2026.
Learn more: www.refocusfellowship.ca
This is a chance for Indigenous photojournalists in Canada to learn from industry-leaders in a paid one week intensive from May 17 - 23, 2026.
Learn more: www.refocusfellowship.ca
ReFocus Photojournalism Fellowship | Join, Learn, Capture Now
Discover the Indigenous Photojournalism Fellowship in Mi’kma’ki, offering hands-on training and mentorship for Indigenous photojournalists across Canada. Apply by February 28, 2026.
www.refocusfellowship.ca
February 3, 2026 at 5:57 PM
Today, we're proud to launch our NEW IndigiNews Refocus Photojournalism Fellowship: Mi’kma’ki!
This is a chance for Indigenous photojournalists in Canada to learn from industry-leaders in a paid one week intensive from May 17 - 23, 2026.
Learn more: www.refocusfellowship.ca
This is a chance for Indigenous photojournalists in Canada to learn from industry-leaders in a paid one week intensive from May 17 - 23, 2026.
Learn more: www.refocusfellowship.ca
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When choreographer Cameron sinkʷə Fraser-Monroe was asked to create a piece for the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, he knew he wanted to tell a story from his home community of Tla’amin Nation.
"It was something that had a universal appeal and access."
Story by Abby Francis.
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"It was something that had a universal appeal and access."
Story by Abby Francis.
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Tla’amin choreographer brings 'Wild Man of the Woods' ballet home to the West Coast
Cameron sinkʷə Fraser-Monroe is debuting his piece around ‘B.C.’ — but his sold-out show in his home territories feels particularly special
indiginews.com
January 27, 2026 at 4:48 PM
When choreographer Cameron sinkʷə Fraser-Monroe was asked to create a piece for the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, he knew he wanted to tell a story from his home community of Tla’amin Nation.
"It was something that had a universal appeal and access."
Story by Abby Francis.
indiginews.com/arts/tlaamin...
"It was something that had a universal appeal and access."
Story by Abby Francis.
indiginews.com/arts/tlaamin...
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It's day two of our press freedom trial against the RCMP. You can read coverage of the first day's proceedings in The Globe and Mail. ⤵️
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www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic...
Photojournalist’s arrest at B.C. pipeline standoff weakens democracy, lawyer argues in civil trial
Lawyer for the RCMP, provincial and federal governments argues the trial is not about how police treat media as a whole
www.theglobeandmail.com
January 13, 2026 at 3:36 PM
It's day two of our press freedom trial against the RCMP. You can read coverage of the first day's proceedings in The Globe and Mail. ⤵️
www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic...
www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic...
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A 16-year-old's stabbing earlier this year wasn’t merely the result of bullying, his foster mom believes.
To her, his experiences reflect a history of colonial systems failing to uphold the safety, rights, and well-being of an Indigenous Youth.
Story by Amy Romer.
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To her, his experiences reflect a history of colonial systems failing to uphold the safety, rights, and well-being of an Indigenous Youth.
Story by Amy Romer.
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After Indigenous teen’s stabbing, his family says the system failed to stop his bullying
Foster parents in ‘Courtenay, B.C.’ speak out after a string of alleged incidents targeting them and their 16-year-old foster son, as they wait for trial
indiginews.com
December 22, 2025 at 3:14 PM
A 16-year-old's stabbing earlier this year wasn’t merely the result of bullying, his foster mom believes.
To her, his experiences reflect a history of colonial systems failing to uphold the safety, rights, and well-being of an Indigenous Youth.
Story by Amy Romer.
indiginews.com/news/indigen...
To her, his experiences reflect a history of colonial systems failing to uphold the safety, rights, and well-being of an Indigenous Youth.
Story by Amy Romer.
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IndigiNews is excited to announce that we are hiring for two new positions in our award-winning newsroom
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IndigiNews is hiring for two new positions
We’re looking for an Operations Manager and Audience Engagement Editor to join our team
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December 14, 2025 at 9:07 PM
IndigiNews is excited to announce that we are hiring for two new positions in our award-winning newsroom
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Grateful for @briellemimi.bsky.social’s ongoing, careful reporting on this case 👇
The Supreme Court of Canada has tossed an appeal from VACFSS in favour of "Justine."
Experts say it’s now "the case that governs the issue in B.C." and has "cleared the way for other parents."
Story by @briellemimi.bsky.social
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Experts say it’s now "the case that governs the issue in B.C." and has "cleared the way for other parents."
Story by @briellemimi.bsky.social
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Afro-Indigenous mom's case against VACFSS has 'cleared the way for other parents,' says expert
The Supreme Court of Canada has tossed an appeal from the child 'welfare' agency in favour of 'Justine.' Her lawyer says it's now 'the case that governs the issue in B.C.'
indiginews.com
December 9, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Grateful for @briellemimi.bsky.social’s ongoing, careful reporting on this case 👇
I’m so proud to work alongside brilliant nêhiyaw-iskwêw @edenfineday.bsky.social! She has shown me what is possible in the journalism industry and makes me feel seen and inspired each day ❤️🔥
“The fact we’re led by an Indigenous woman is why our journalism is as good as it is.” — @indiginews.bsky.social publisher @edenfineday.bsky.social
Eden Fineday Is a Creative Force | The Tyee
The Cree media leader looks back on a transformational year. Second in a series.
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December 6, 2025 at 5:05 PM
I’m so proud to work alongside brilliant nêhiyaw-iskwêw @edenfineday.bsky.social! She has shown me what is possible in the journalism industry and makes me feel seen and inspired each day ❤️🔥
IndigiNews is launching a fundraising campaign to support our storytelling into 2026.
Please read and share if you feel inclined ❤️🔥👇
Please read and share if you feel inclined ❤️🔥👇
Today on #GivingTuesday, we call on our Firekeepers to help us reach the goal of raising $20,000 by 11:59pm PST, December 31, 2025.
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Will you help us tend to the fire?
IndigiNews is launching a fundraising campaign to support our storytelling into 2026
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December 2, 2025 at 9:26 PM
IndigiNews is launching a fundraising campaign to support our storytelling into 2026.
Please read and share if you feel inclined ❤️🔥👇
Please read and share if you feel inclined ❤️🔥👇
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It hasn’t been an easy journey for the Gitxsan community of Gitanmaax to take power back from colonial child ‘welfare’ agencies — but the newly launched Wila Dildilsdi’m is counting every small victory.
First in a three-part series by Amy Romer.
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First in a three-part series by Amy Romer.
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In Gitanmaax, new family services department is fighting to protect children
It hasn’t been an easy journey to take power back from colonial child ‘welfare’ agencies — but the newly launched Wila Dildilsdi’m is counting every small victory
indiginews.com
November 12, 2025 at 2:33 PM
It hasn’t been an easy journey for the Gitxsan community of Gitanmaax to take power back from colonial child ‘welfare’ agencies — but the newly launched Wila Dildilsdi’m is counting every small victory.
First in a three-part series by Amy Romer.
indiginews.com/features/git...
First in a three-part series by Amy Romer.
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WINNER! – Excellence in Community Reporting
Presented by the Al Roadburg Foundation
Congratulations to Mike Graeme of IndigiNews for “How a colonial line shapes Tlingit lands — and my ancestor’s role in it”.
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#WebsterAwards
Presented by the Al Roadburg Foundation
Congratulations to Mike Graeme of IndigiNews for “How a colonial line shapes Tlingit lands — and my ancestor’s role in it”.
🔗 bit.ly/4omvUpt
#WebsterAwards
‘Not our border’: How a colonial line shapes Tlingit lands — and my own ancestor’s role in it
A canoe trip across the ‘U.S.-Canada’ boundary reminds Mike Graeme of colonialism’s legacy — as he follows the path of his surveyor great-great-uncle
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November 4, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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I love this piece by @amyromer.bsky.social, which documents a Squamish Youth bike trip around their territories.
“The kids visit their relatives and receive teachings and guidance from them along the way.”
“The kids visit their relatives and receive teachings and guidance from them along the way.”
The sound of bike tires crunched over gravel as a group of children and Youth set off toward Wíwḵ’em village in Sḵwx̱wú7mesh — their first stop on an annual Rez Ride.
Story by Amy Romer 🚲
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Story by Amy Romer 🚲
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October 24, 2025 at 3:56 PM
I love this piece by @amyromer.bsky.social, which documents a Squamish Youth bike trip around their territories.
“The kids visit their relatives and receive teachings and guidance from them along the way.”
“The kids visit their relatives and receive teachings and guidance from them along the way.”
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Police have confirmed that Achakapis (Samuel Bird) is presumed dead — and identified a specific area outside “Edmonton” where the body is believed to be.
"His soul cannot rest while his body is kept from the land and our family."
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"His soul cannot rest while his body is kept from the land and our family."
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‘He was full of spirit, promise and love’: Police confirm Samuel Bird is presumed dead as search area narrows
The 14 year old, whose spirit name is Achakapis, is believed to have been left ‘no more than 150 km’ from ‘Edmonton’ on land, as investigators reveal specified area for search
indiginews.com
October 3, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Police have confirmed that Achakapis (Samuel Bird) is presumed dead — and identified a specific area outside “Edmonton” where the body is believed to be.
"His soul cannot rest while his body is kept from the land and our family."
indiginews.com/news/police-...
"His soul cannot rest while his body is kept from the land and our family."
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proud to be part of this amazing group of CAJ mentors! Apply below if you want to learn about editing from me, an old news curmudgeon trapped in a 35 year old’s body.
How does an expert journalist find stories? Avoid lawsuits? Meet sources? If you're just starting your journalism career and want to learn from someone who has found some of answers the hard way, apply to the CAJ's mentorship program. Deadline to apply is Oct 8
Apply today: caj.ca/mentorship
Apply today: caj.ca/mentorship
October 3, 2025 at 12:57 AM
proud to be part of this amazing group of CAJ mentors! Apply below if you want to learn about editing from me, an old news curmudgeon trapped in a 35 year old’s body.
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Thirty new homes being built at a former Tla’amin village represent a homecoming for the nation, after a long journey to regain the site.
"Our ancestors used to build their houses right along the same river. It’s very special for us to go back home to the same spot.”
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"Our ancestors used to build their houses right along the same river. It’s very special for us to go back home to the same spot.”
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New housing project at tiskʷat represents homecoming for Tla'amin Nation
'Our ancestors used to build their houses right along the same river,' says public works director. 'It's very special for us to go back home to the same spot'
indiginews.com
September 16, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Thirty new homes being built at a former Tla’amin village represent a homecoming for the nation, after a long journey to regain the site.
"Our ancestors used to build their houses right along the same river. It’s very special for us to go back home to the same spot.”
indiginews.com/news/new-hou...
"Our ancestors used to build their houses right along the same river. It’s very special for us to go back home to the same spot.”
indiginews.com/news/new-hou...
With court win, Quw’utsun Nation sees a ‘spiritual homecoming’ after 150 years
As the 9,000-member nation celebrates what's potentially 'a Pandora’s box decision' — others worry about its implications
Great reporting from @davidpball.bsky.social 👇
indiginews.com/news/quwutsu...
As the 9,000-member nation celebrates what's potentially 'a Pandora’s box decision' — others worry about its implications
Great reporting from @davidpball.bsky.social 👇
indiginews.com/news/quwutsu...
With court win, Quw’utsun Nation sees a ‘spiritual homecoming’ after 150 years
After landmark ruling grants ‘Vancouver Island’ First Nations title to Tl'uqtinus summer village and nearby fishing rights, xʷməθkʷəy̓əm see it as a ‘disheartening’ betrayal
indiginews.com
August 18, 2025 at 4:40 PM
With court win, Quw’utsun Nation sees a ‘spiritual homecoming’ after 150 years
As the 9,000-member nation celebrates what's potentially 'a Pandora’s box decision' — others worry about its implications
Great reporting from @davidpball.bsky.social 👇
indiginews.com/news/quwutsu...
As the 9,000-member nation celebrates what's potentially 'a Pandora’s box decision' — others worry about its implications
Great reporting from @davidpball.bsky.social 👇
indiginews.com/news/quwutsu...
Reposted by Cara McKenna
At Penticton Indian Band, researchers work to find remedy for bighorn sheep disease
The Okanagan population of yilíkʷlxkn has been depleted by up to 70 per cent by mange over two decades — a year-long project aims to find a drug to treat it
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The Okanagan population of yilíkʷlxkn has been depleted by up to 70 per cent by mange over two decades — a year-long project aims to find a drug to treat it
indiginews.com/news/pib-res...
At Penticton Indian Band, researchers work to find remedy for bighorn sheep disease
The Okanagan population of yilíkʷlxkn has been depleted by up to 70 per cent by mange over two decades — a year-long project aims to find a drug to treat it
indiginews.com
August 9, 2025 at 9:56 PM
At Penticton Indian Band, researchers work to find remedy for bighorn sheep disease
The Okanagan population of yilíkʷlxkn has been depleted by up to 70 per cent by mange over two decades — a year-long project aims to find a drug to treat it
indiginews.com/news/pib-res...
The Okanagan population of yilíkʷlxkn has been depleted by up to 70 per cent by mange over two decades — a year-long project aims to find a drug to treat it
indiginews.com/news/pib-res...
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Mount Polley will be allowed to continue expanding its tailings facility, after a court challenge by the Xatśūll First Nation failed.
The nation said it's reviewing the decision to allow the dam, which failed catastrophically in 2014, to hold more mine waste. @thetyee.ca
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The nation said it's reviewing the decision to allow the dam, which failed catastrophically in 2014, to hold more mine waste. @thetyee.ca
thetyee.ca/News/2025/08...
Mount Polley Can Continue Tailings Expansion, BC Supreme Court Says | The Tyee
Xatśūll First Nation had applied to stop construction on the project.
thetyee.ca
August 6, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Mount Polley will be allowed to continue expanding its tailings facility, after a court challenge by the Xatśūll First Nation failed.
The nation said it's reviewing the decision to allow the dam, which failed catastrophically in 2014, to hold more mine waste. @thetyee.ca
thetyee.ca/News/2025/08...
The nation said it's reviewing the decision to allow the dam, which failed catastrophically in 2014, to hold more mine waste. @thetyee.ca
thetyee.ca/News/2025/08...
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love when a paywall sounds like it’s drawing a gun on you
July 23, 2025 at 1:54 PM
love when a paywall sounds like it’s drawing a gun on you
the worst person you know is like: "I just speak my mind and tell it how it is with no filter"
July 23, 2025 at 6:27 PM
the worst person you know is like: "I just speak my mind and tell it how it is with no filter"
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‘Truly amazing and really emotional’: Historic mortuary poles returned to Tla’amin Nation after decades-long search
The nation celebrated the repatriation during the opening of a new cultural centre, part of a wider reclamation for the community
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The nation celebrated the repatriation during the opening of a new cultural centre, part of a wider reclamation for the community
indiginews.com/arts/histori...
Historic mortuary poles returned to Tla’amin Nation after decades-long search
The community celebrated the repatriation during the opening of a new cultural centre, part of a wider reclamation
indiginews.com
July 20, 2025 at 7:16 PM
‘Truly amazing and really emotional’: Historic mortuary poles returned to Tla’amin Nation after decades-long search
The nation celebrated the repatriation during the opening of a new cultural centre, part of a wider reclamation for the community
indiginews.com/arts/histori...
The nation celebrated the repatriation during the opening of a new cultural centre, part of a wider reclamation for the community
indiginews.com/arts/histori...
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For this collaboration with @indiginews.bsky.social, reporter @ainsliecruickshank.bsky.social went to Kelowna to find out if it’s possible to prioritize housing — and also protect sensitive ecosystems thenarwhal.ca/bc-housing-a...
Can Kelowna build housing and leave room for nature? | The Narwhal
Kelowna hopes to increase housing density, instead of sprawl, while a proposed Okanagan wildlife corridor seeks to conserve rare ecosystems
thenarwhal.ca
July 10, 2025 at 1:04 PM
For this collaboration with @indiginews.bsky.social, reporter @ainsliecruickshank.bsky.social went to Kelowna to find out if it’s possible to prioritize housing — and also protect sensitive ecosystems thenarwhal.ca/bc-housing-a...
So happy to see Aaron recognized for his crucial work on this series — you can read the stories here:
Part 1: indiginews.com/news/similka...
Part 2: indiginews.com/news/concern...
Part 3: indiginews.com/news/in-simi...
Part 1: indiginews.com/news/similka...
Part 2: indiginews.com/news/concern...
Part 3: indiginews.com/news/in-simi...
June 13, 2025 at 5:36 PM
So happy to see Aaron recognized for his crucial work on this series — you can read the stories here:
Part 1: indiginews.com/news/similka...
Part 2: indiginews.com/news/concern...
Part 3: indiginews.com/news/in-simi...
Part 1: indiginews.com/news/similka...
Part 2: indiginews.com/news/concern...
Part 3: indiginews.com/news/in-simi...
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Congratulations to the wonderful Crystal Greene, who just won the silver Emerging Indigenous Journalist award from @jhrnews and @caj for her portfolio of work.
Congratulations, Crystal!!
Congratulations, Crystal!!
🏆Congratulations to @crystalgreene.bsky.social for winning the Silver JHR + CAJ Award for Emerging Indigenous Journalist!
🏆Félicitations à Crystal Greene pour avoir remporté le Prix JHR +ACJ argent pour Journaliste Autochtone Émergent(e)!
🏆Félicitations à Crystal Greene pour avoir remporté le Prix JHR +ACJ argent pour Journaliste Autochtone Émergent(e)!
June 1, 2025 at 2:21 AM
Congratulations to the wonderful Crystal Greene, who just won the silver Emerging Indigenous Journalist award from @jhrnews and @caj for her portfolio of work.
Congratulations, Crystal!!
Congratulations, Crystal!!