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CBC
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
Ribbon Skirt found inspiration in renewing her antiquated 'Indian' status card
In a Q interview, Anishinaabe singer Tashiina Buswa of Ribbon Skirt sets up her new song, Off Rez CBC Arts · Social Sharing The Montreal band Ribbon Skirt just released their debut album, Bite Down. Lead singer Tashiina Buswa joins Tom Power to tell us how the record was inspired by grief and reconnecting with her Indigeneity, how her first exposure to music was in the church, and the difference between knowing you're free and actually feeling free. Plus, she tells the story behind her new song, Off Rez. Interview with Ribbon Skirt produced by Kaitlyn Swan.
Hamilton Spectator
14-06-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Six Nations production company and Laurier University explore plans for new hub
A Six Nations production company and Laurier University are in talks to revitalize a storied building in downtown Brantford. RedDoor Collective and the school are coming together to 'explore' a global Indigenous innovation centre and immersive shared reality cinemas (an experience that makes audience members feel like a part of what they're watching, like an Imax movie) in downtown Brantford, according to a joint media release. 'We envision a platform for Indigenous youth, creators, researchers and entrepreneurs, bringing together academics, industry leaders and community organizations to cocreate new models of success,' RedDoor Collective founder Gary Joseph said in the release. The idea includes a state-of-the-art sound stage the size of two basketball courts, and a cinema sharing 'immersive' and 'interactive' Indigenous storytelling that is 'grounded in community,' the release said. One Market Street was at one time the site of a trading post. An 'official decree' said it was to remain 'a free and open market' for Six Nations of the Grand River and Brantford settlers, according to the Laurier website. However, the land was expropriated and turned into a shopping mall. In 2014, Laurier University bought it from the City of Brantford. The 300,000-square-foot building is now home to a student commons with social and study spaces, classrooms, offices and student services. The university previously said it is 'mindful of the complex history' of the land and is 'working towards restoring mutual benefit as part of its commitment to reconciliation and Indigeneity.' This has included MarketFest, a free public marketplace of Indigenous vendors and celebration of 'contemporary Indigenous thinkers, makers and musicians,' the university said. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
CBC
30-03-2025
- Politics
- CBC
Holland College recruiting members for new culture and inclusion committee
Social Sharing Holland College is ramping up its efforts to make its campuses more diverse and inclusive with the launch of a culture and inclusion advisory committee. Sasha Nandlal, the Prince Edward Island college's culture and inclusion advisor, said the goal is to help the school become a more welcoming place for everyone by shaping policies, improving physical spaces and addressing systemic barriers. She hopes the committee will help fill existing gaps in the system as the student and staff population continues to grow more diverse. "It's important that we listen carefully and learn a lot. It's really going to give us a good representation throughout different ways in which we approach knowledge development and the way in which we look at research and the way in which we connect with industry stakeholder groups," Nandlal told CBC News. She also noted the initiative comes at a critical time, given the current political climate. U.S. President Donald Trump early this year signed executive orders making sweeping restrictions and changes to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, and many organizations have followed his lead. "We want to make sure that we think about people first," Nandlal said. Seeking diverse voices The committee is looking for individuals passionate about equity, diversity, inclusion, Indigeneity and accessibility. Anyone interested can fill out an online form by April 4. Nandlal said the committee is expected to have 15 members, and the college is hoping to include diverse representation from community organizations, unions, student groups and Indigenous communities on P.E.I. "We really want to make sure and have everyone's voices at the table." She hopes the group will begin meeting by May, focusing at first on developing an equity, diversity, inclusion, Indigeneity and accessibility strategic plan.
