Guide to Relationships and Learning with the Indigenous Peoples of Alberta The CASS “Guide to Relationships and Learning with the Indigenous Peoples of Alberta” was developed to support our members,…
Posted on: Dec 3, 2020
FNMI Learning Resources
Orange Shirt Day 2019
Cardston Junior High School celebrated Orange Shirt Day last Thursday with a full day of activities, learning opportunities and special guests, including the Grammy-nominated group the Young Spirit Singers,…
Posted on: Oct 1, 2019
Promoting Indigenous Languages
September 17-24 The City of Lethbridge is observing Reconciliation Week, with a special emphasis on promoting Indigenous languages. Languages are essential in building connections, relationships and…
Posted on: Sep 13, 2019
Westwind joins in at Cardston Kainai Pow Wow
Beth Good Striker, a grade 3 student at Cardston Elementary School joins Superintendent Darren Mazutinec for a photo at the Cardston Kainai Pow Wow this afternoon ahead of the grand entrance....
Posted on: Aug 7, 2019
Westwind Alumni speaks to Principals about Indigenous and Treaty Law
Thank-you to Carly Fox for coming to speak to our principals and vice-principals today and educate us on Indigenous and Treaty Law.Carly is a Kainai Nation/Blood Tribe member and a Westwind School Division…
Posted on: Mar 12, 2019
First Nations Artist Unveils New Original Painting for Westwind Alternate School
On November 23rd WAS hosted a celebration luncheon which included invited guests from the division's central office as well as School Board Trustees. At this event, Mr. Grant Spotted Bull, an Artist in…
Posted on: Nov 23, 2018
Orange Shirt Day 2018
This year, Westwind School Division will commemorate Orange Shirt Day on September 28. Orange Shirt Day is a day of remembrance and an act of reconciliation. It is an opportunity for First Nations, Métis…
Posted on: Sep 28, 2018
Miss CHS Princess Pageant
The Miss CHS Princess Pageant is a long-standing Cardston High School tradition held during Native Awareness week. The winner of the princess pageant will represent CHS as an ambassador at pow wows and…
Posted on: May 15, 2018
Anna-Joyce Frank, Trustee Representing the Blood Reserve
Anna-Joyce Frank: Ward 7 - Blood ReserveFIVE FAST FACTS1. Anna-Joyce has been a Westwind trustee since 1998 - 20 years!2. Anna-Joyce was Westwind’s first female First Nations Trustee3. Anna-Joyce has…
Posted on: Apr 18, 2018
First Nations Perspective - Mission, Vision, Vaues
Harriet Heavy Runner, an Elder from the Blood Tribe, spoke to the Board of Trustees this morning to give an FNMI perspective and input as the Board continues to develop their Mission, Vision and Values.…
Posted on: Apr 10, 2018
Student Teacher at CHS Honoured by First Nations Students
Jarett Zentner, a student-teacher at Cardston High School, probably didn't realize the impact he was having on his students this semester until an Eagle Feather was presented to him in a very special…
Posted on: Dec 21, 2017
CHS Alumni Thanks Westwind for Support
Dr. Tiffany Prete, a member of the Blood Tribe of the Blackfoot Confederacy and a Cardston High School Alumni, wanted to give a gift to Cardston High School that would not only show her gratitude but…
Posted on: Dec 5, 2017
Cardston Junior High School Native Princess 2014
Congratulations to Grade 8 student Tahnee Vare, who was recently announced as the Cardston Junior High School Native Princess. Tahnee did a great job of sharing her knowledge about First Nations culture,…
Posted on: May 5, 2014