June is Indigenous Peoples’ Month, a time to honour the heritage and culture of First Peoples in Canada. June 21 also marks the annual National Indigenous Peoples Day. Here in Alberta , there are events happening around the province to celebrate the unique histories, cultures and contributions from First Nations, Métis and Inuit heritages.
Indigenous people have for thousands of years relied on the tradition of oral storytelling to pass down their history to future generations.
A few years ago, the Siksika Consultation Office received an Alberta Historical Resources Foundation grant and produced these two beautifully-shot vignettes featuring two significant stories from Blackfoot culture.
The first tells the story of Crowsnest Mountain and the birth of seasons. The second tells the story of the first marriages, based around Women’s Buffalo Jump south of present-day Cayley, Alberta.
Thanks to the Siksika Consultation Office for letting us share these important stories.
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Hi there. I attempted to watch the 2 videos Blackfoot Stories: Chief Mountain and First Marriages, but the audio was not working. Sound was garbled and such. Not sure if it is my computer settings or an issue with the post.
Hi Roland, thanks for the heads up. There are a couple other people with audio issues as well. It may be the type of browser, but we are investigating.
I loved both of the stories. It gives me more insight into the culture of the Blackfoot People, something I find great value in. I wish there were more.