Indigenous Place Names

Discover the stories behind the land you live on in this exploration of Indigenous Place Names. This presentation takes a closer look at the historical and cultural significance of place names across Alberta, including the Cree origins of locations like Beaver Hills, Cooking Lake, and Ministik Lake. The video also explores the 2020 municipal bylaw process that renamed Edmonton's city wards, highlighting the work of the Committee of Indigenous Matriarchs (iyiniw iskwewak wihtwawin). Finally, it delves into the history of the Papaschase Band and the meaning behind the name of the papastew ward, honoring the community's legacy and their ongoing efforts to reclaim their land.1