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The Alberta First Nations Information Governance Centre (Alberta FNIGC) promotes First Nations' right to Self-Determination in areas of Research and Information Management

Data is more than numbers.When we talk about First Nations data, we are not only speaking about charts, statistics, or r...
08/24/2026

Data is more than numbers.

When we talk about First Nations data, we are not only speaking about charts, statistics, or reports.

Data also lives in knowledge, in stories, in language, and in the teachings passed from generation to generation. It is carried in the body, the mind, the heart, and the spirit.

At Alberta First Nations Information Governance Centre, we recognize that data includes both what can be measured and what is known through lived experience and relationships.

This understanding guides how data is gathered, governed, and used in a way that reflects First Nations values and ways of knowing.

This is where data sovereignty begins. Stay tuned for a whole series of posts on First Nations data.

Atchimostakanna is a Story Telling Instrument.In 2022, Alberta FNIGC provided two opportunities for Indigenous women, gi...
08/21/2026

Atchimostakanna is a Story Telling Instrument.

In 2022, Alberta FNIGC provided two opportunities for Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people to test the selected Atchimostakanna – Story Telling Instrument (Adobe Express).

The testing of a digital story application technology for sharing the story of MMIWG experiences aimed to give participants opportunities to visualize and evaluate a selected, distinctions-based, data collection tool. The Atchimostakanna – Story Telling Instrument project identified a safe digital storytelling, knowledge, and information transfer data tool available for immediate use.

Read more on our website here:https://afnigc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Alberta-FNIGC-MMIWG-Final-Report.pdf

“It’s a window into a culture, but it’s not the whole culture. There are different stories, interpretations and approach...
08/20/2026

“It’s a window into a culture, but it’s not the whole culture. There are different stories, interpretations and approaches for different nations, and even in my nation, but I want to share my knowledge on behalf of the university’s Indigenous Strategy,” is how Reg Crowshoe once described his commitment to knowledge sharing.

Reference: https://fourdirectionsteachings.com/blackfoot_bio.html

Data is all around us, woven into the fabric of everyday life, from the moments we cherish to the ceremonies we hold sac...
08/19/2026

Data is all around us, woven into the fabric of everyday life, from the moments we cherish to the ceremonies we hold sacred.

Data helps us make informed decisions, from health check-ups to educational choices, guiding our daily paths. By understanding and utilizing data, we create a foundation for the well-being of the next 7 generations, ensuring they inherit a world of knowledge and opportunity.

Embrace the power of data in our lives, honouring our past and securing our future.

Data analytics empowers First Nations leadership and communities to make more informed decisions, blending traditional w...
08/18/2026

Data analytics empowers First Nations leadership and communities to make more informed decisions, blending traditional wisdom with modern insights.

By analyzing health and social services data, we can better understand our needs, address challenges, and create solutions that honour our cultural values.

This approach ensures that our decisions are rooted in both our heritage and the knowledge needed to protect and strengthen our communities. To learn more about how we analyze data for the region's First Nations, head to our website www.afnigc.ca

As the summer gathering season comes to a close, we want to hear from you! Whether you attended a Pow Wow, Sundance, or ...
08/17/2026

As the summer gathering season comes to a close, we want to hear from you!

Whether you attended a Pow Wow, Sundance, or any other get-togethers, what did you take away from these powerful experiences?

Was it the connection with community, the teachings from elders, or the strength of our traditions?

Share your reflections and stories with us and keep the spirit of these gatherings alive.

LAST DAY FOR HOTEL BOOKINGS!The Alberta First Nations InformationGovernance Centre is pleased to extend the invitationto...
08/14/2026

LAST DAY FOR HOTEL BOOKINGS!

The Alberta First Nations Information
Governance Centre is pleased to extend the invitation
to attend our upcoming Annual General Meeting, taking
place on September 30, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. at the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge,
located at 1 Centennial Dr, Kananaskis, AB. For those
unable to attend in person, the meeting will also be
accessible virtually via Zoom.

The AGM offers an opportunity to learn about all the
promising outcomes of Alberta FNIGC's work in
research and the advancement of data sovereignty for
and with Alberta First Nations.

Every Treaty Nation in the Alberta region is recognized
as a member of Alberta FNIGC. To ensure full and
inclusive participation, we respectfully request that
each Nation send two official representatives. Ideally,
this would include the Chief, or a designated Council
proxy, along with one additional delegate such as a
Councillor holding the Health or Social portfolio, a
Director in Health, Social, or Education, a CEO or Band
Manager, or a Financial Comptroller or Officer.

The travel day for the event will be Tuesday,
September 29, 2026. Alberta FNIGC will provide
accommodations and mileage reimbursement for up to
two representatives from each Nation. Please note that
hotel room bookings will close on August 14, 2026. To
confirm either physical or virtual attendance, we ask
that you register by completing the online form at
https://forms.office.com/r/qypiWaHvY4

Should you have any questions or require assistance
with registration or travel logistics, please do not
hesitate to contact Ms. Gina Rodriguez at
[email protected] or by phone at 403-539-5775.

Privacy can be seen in many contexts.Individual Privacy: Such as respecting personal boundaries, preferences, and consen...
08/13/2026

Privacy can be seen in many contexts.

Individual Privacy: Such as respecting personal boundaries, preferences, and consent is essential to uphold the dignity and autonomy of each person. OCAP® recognizes the right of individuals to control their own data and decide its use.

Collective Privacy: Acknowledging the interconnectedness of communities, OCAP® protects the shared interests and privacy of First Nations. It ensures that data reflecting the collective identity and aspirations of a community is protected.

Why does this matter?
🍓 Traditional and Cultural Preservation
🌸 Technological Advancement without interference.
🌿Community Empowerment

We follow OCAP® principles for the responsible and respectful handling of data, where individual and collective privacy thrive hand in hand.

Access our Privacy Law Template herehttps://afnigc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Privacy-Law-Template-FULL-2024.pdf

Although cancer survival has improved markedly in developed countries in recent decades, not all groups have benefited e...
08/12/2026

Although cancer survival has improved markedly in developed countries in recent decades, not all groups have benefited equally. In particular, Indigenous and Tribal peoples continue to have poorer cancer outcomes than their non-Indigenous counterparts.

The available evidence suggests these disparities are linked to a complex combination of factors, including higher incidence of cancers associated with a high case fatality, later stage of diagnosis, reduced access to cancer treatment, and poorer overall health. Much research is underway to explore approaches to improving health system responses for Indigenous and Tribal peoples.

A developing evidence base is supporting effective translation of knowledge into practice. This book offers a global perspective on this evidence base, written from Indigenous perspectives. This book is the first comprehensive publication to report on cancer incidence, mortality, prevalence, survival, and inequities for Indigenous and Tribal peoples globally, with the aim of enhancing global efforts to improve outcomes for these populations. Its content and approach are led by Indigenous researchers with international reputations in health and cancer research.

Chapters provide important information and data to support Indigenous-specific, targeted cancer awareness and early detection campaigns. This book goes beyond a discussion of the issues and challenges in Indigenous health, with a strengths-based approach to discussing successful health interventions, research projects, research translation, and living well - both with and beyond cancer.

Note: This is an open-access book in electronic format or pre-order your physical copy today!

https://link.springer.com/book/9783031568053

Gather around and join our circle!Sign up for our newsletter and stay connected with the latest information on data sove...
08/11/2026

Gather around and join our circle!

Sign up for our newsletter and stay connected with the latest information on data sovereignty, our research and knowledge-gathering projects, and updates on available resources in your First Nations communities.

Click the link here to sign up! https://afnigc.aweb.page/p/dddc92b1-201a-4b2b-9052-dfe14ee749d2

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