Request for Quotes: Indigenous Consulting Services

The Alberta Mentoring Partnership (AMP) is seeking quotes from qualified Indigenous consulting firms or individuals to provide expert consulting services. The selected consultant(s) will work closely with our organization to enhance our understanding and implementation of Indigenous perspectives, cultural competency, and community engagement in our Mentoring for Youth and Young Adults from Care (MYYAC) project. This project aims to provide …

WEBINAR: Knowledge Keeper Series: Adrian LaChance

Adrian LaChance is a Plains Cree originally from James Smith Cree Nation in Saskatchewan, a traditional dancer/ singer & helper. Mr. LaChance has been in the helping field since 1999 and still continues to help when needed. Most recently Mr. LaChance was involved in the 2017 National Elders Gathering in Edmonton Alberta as the Cultural Day Coordinator as well as …

Pow Wow 101

A Pow Wow is a sacred social gathering held by many North American Indigenous communities. It is an event to dance, sing, socialize and honour traditions and culture of Indigenous peoples.  A Pow Wow can be one day or last all weekend, from a Friday to Sunday night, with breaks for supper and sleep.  Everyone is invited to attend a …