Revitalize a language and reconnect communities
Boozhoo News River Readers, Every week, we hand-pick the most important stories in Indigenous innovation, research, and culture. Stay connected to what...
Sovereign expression: how creativity, research and digital media impact Indigenous healing.
This week! Discover the wisdom of transforming lived experiences and healing through creative expression.
Indigenous community access to data, historic documents at auction, and academic audiobooks.
Your weekly dose of wisdom from Animikii’s News River!
Indigenized approaches to historical storytelling, environmental observation, and public sector recruitment in the North
In this week's News River we’re sharing stories about Indigenous recruitment, safer fish consumption, and the stranding of virtual court access.
Indigenous tech news grounded in trust, safety and belonging
In this week's News River we’re sharing research, frameworks and policy that are lifting up Indigenous tradition, identity, and sovereignty.
Research Sovereignty: How Indigenous Communities Are Reclaiming Their Narratives
This week! Discover how the Bilingual Basketball League is revitalizing Indigenous languages, meet the groundbreaking Indigenous creators nominated for the 2025 Canadian Screen Awards, and explore how Haudenosaunee communities are reclaiming research sovereignty.
Indigenous tech news grounded in joy and community building, and diverse voices
In this week's News River we celebrate Two-Spirit kin, the advancement of Indigiqueer wellness research and recognize the Wabanaki Two-Spirit Alliance!
Indigenous Tech News: Ontario cancels Starlink, Human Rights advocates against Adobe and preserving culture and governance from territory loss
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week’s stories include: Ontario's decision to cancel its $100-million contract with Elon Musk's Starlink as part...
Indigenous Tech News: Ontario cancels Starlink, Human Rights advocates against Adobe and preserving culture and governance from territory loss
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week’s stories include: Ontario's decision to cancel its $100-million contract with Elon Musk's Starlink as part...
Indigenous Tech News: Cultural Preservation UVic's $8M lab, saving the Ngalia language and CIRA's $1M community grants
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week’s stories include: Web Summit program offers free tickets to showcase Indigenous tech entrepreneurs UVic's...
Conducting lab and research work using a justice-oriented approach
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week’s stories include: Accessible, inclusive and equitable: an interdisciplinary natural and social science lab...
Reflections from the Global AI Summit + News about Indigenous Data
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week’s stories include: The Canadian Institute for Health Information and the Métis National Council formalize...
Data justice news direct from the AI Summit in Paris
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week’s stories include: 60 countries, including France, India, China, and Canada, agreed to a series of...
Social Impact, Global Challenges, and Call for Experienced Indigenous Journalists
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week’s stories include: New 10-month program, Certificate in Journalism in Indigenous Communities (CJIIC),...
Indigenous tech innovations; a report on Indigenous Sovereignty and a new report on Indigenous language preservation
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week we are featuring stories showcasing Indigenous innovation, including: Manitobah, the Indigenous-rooted...
Rematriating media, artifacts, and data: links to Indigenous innovation and tech news!
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, Well, what a week it's already been. We hope our newsletter is a breath of fresh air and Indigenous innovation:...
New year, Animikii awards announcement!
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, As we welcome the start of another calendar year we send warm wishes to our News River readers in the season of...
Indigenous leadership advancing rights across sectors: healthcare, justice, and technology leadership + News from Animikii
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, As we welcome the Winter Solstice later this week, we send warm wishes to our News River readers for the holiday...
From Archives to Algorithms: How Indigenous Communities are Taking Control of Language AI
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, Welcome to all our new readers who recently joined us through our #Databack eBook downloads - we're so glad you're...
In Historic First, Manitoba Métis Sign Modern Treaty with Ottawa - Plus Latest on Indigenous Innovation & Data Rights
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, From groundbreaking Indigenous developments to AI in education, this week's highlights include the historic signing...
Building Indigenous Data Solutions: From Language Apps to Watershed Tools
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, Indigenous innovation and data sovereignty take center stage in this week's tech roundup. From language preservation...
Highlighting Indigenous Leadership in Tech, Fashion & Language
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week features several stories about Indigenous data and how data is key to communities. Tribal leaders and...
Links to celebrate Louis Riel Day; keynote on Indigenous Self-Determination in Digital Research Infrastructure
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, Temperatures are falling across Turtle Island and our attention is turning to: Two highlights to help celebrate Louis...
Indigenous innovation and tech news + early access to our new eBook
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, Animikii was founded 21 years ago! Since the very beginning we’ve been working with First Nations, Métis and Inuit...
Indigenous language on Google translate for the first time; plus articles featuring strong Indigenous leadership
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week we are featuring stories that feature strong Indigenous leadership - in each of the following stories there...
Indigenizing Engineering at U of M, new course from FNTC plus Animikii at the World Indigenous Business Forum
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week's News River brings you inspiring stories of Indigenous innovation across technology, education, and...
Rhode Thomas Interview, MIT's Six Startups, Indigenous Tech Circle Growth
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week in the News River we are showcasing MIT-supported Native-led startups and discussions on AI's impact on...
Indigenous Communities Reclaim Control Over Data and Development
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, From DNA samples to land development, Indigenous communities are reclaiming control over their data and resources. In...
Finding Indigenous Tech Community, VR Education, and Inuit Food Practices
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, Indigenous innovators are at the forefront of cutting-edge advancements. Indigenous technologists and artists are...
Decolonizing Spaces: Amplifying Indigenous Voices
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week the News River has articles showcasing Indigenous folks who are working to decolonize their spaces. A UBC...
Bridging Worlds: Indigenous Knowledge Meets Technology
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, In this week's news river: MIT researchers and artists work with the Haudenosaunee creation story, bringing Sky...
Data, AR, and AI are Shaping Indigenous Futures
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, In this week's edition, we are linking back to one of the most popular articles we have shared this year: CBC Radio...
Australia Science Shift: Indigenous Knowledge Prioritized in Science
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, Australia's recent update to its national science priorities marked a significant shift towards recognizing...
Digital Storytelling to AI: Indigenous Creators Embrace Tech
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, Indigenous creativity is everywhere this week! From virtual cultural experiences to social support systems,...
Indigenous Innovation: Language Apps & Digital Storytelling Making News
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, Indigenous language and technology initiatives are making waves across Turtle Island this week. From new apps to...
News items from some of Animikii's favourite Indigenous businesses:
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week, we’re excited to feature news items from some of our favourite Indigenous businesses: Indigenous Box...
Indigenous Innovation Drives Economic Growth and Opportunity
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, Indigenous innovation and leadership are reshaping industries and challenging norms. This week's News River...
Examples of Indigenous Tech Working for Community
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week's roundup explores technology's role in Indigenous communities. From youth music-based coding to land...
Indigenous Data Sovereignty: Empowering Communities Through Data
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, There were a lot of new links this month in the Animikii slack channel devoted to Indigenous Data Sovereignty. We've...
Indigenous Traditional Knowledge Informs Modern Innovation
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, Indigenous Traditional Knowledge and practices are gaining recognition across various fields, from technology to...
Indigenous Tech At Work: Revitalizing Lands and Culture
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, Indigenous innovation takes flight in business, technology, and environmental stewardship this week in the News...
Indigenous Tech At Work: Revitalizing Lands and Culture
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week's links are a good reminder that technology is ancient, and modern all at once. In this weeks newsletter...
Indigenous Cultural Innovation: When Art Meets Technology
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week, we spotlight five exciting stories where art, technology, and Indigenous cultures meet. Indigenous...
Special Indigenous Digital Sovereignty edition of the News River
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This News River special edition shines a light on Indigenous Digital Sovereignty. Earlier this month the 2024...
Bobbie Racette on what’s next for Virtual Gurus
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week, we have a special edition of the News River dedicated to stories about "Artificial Intelligence". Our...
Bobbie Racette on what’s next for Virtual Gurus
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week in Indigenous tech news, BetaKit interviewed Virtual Gurus founder Bobbie Racette about her plans for...
New startup joins Raven Capital ranks
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, Last week saw the announcement of $2M (CAD) in pre-seed funding led by Raven Indigenous Capital Partners for Artemis,...
Regenerative farming, ground search tech, and decolonizing stat. holidays
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week, we share stories of self-determination through technology in several Indigenous communities around the...
One green transition sees new forms of colonialism
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, This week, we share another Mozilla feature on Keoni Mahelona (Kanaka Māoli), whose work as CTO of Te Hiku Media sits...
Indigenous-led forensic lab helps families still grappling with cold cases
Web Version Boozhoo News River readers, Another week has passed, and we have another awesome news story from Atmos online to share. Haley Omeasoo...