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Elder Peter Strikes With a Gun shared personal experiences and thoughts in a ceremony hosted by Pincher Creek Municipal Library on Monday afternoon. “There’s celebrations and ceremonies in the big centres, but there’s nothing happening on our street,” the former Piikani Nation chief said. “There’s nothing on our street where the agony is.” He was joined by Eric Crow Shoe, who offered a prayer and blessing. Both men are residential school survivors who openly share their stories of dark times, healing and ambassadorship. They also share a desire for people to learn from and respect one another, to allow us all to move forward in the spirit of truth and reconciliation. See photos from Piikani Nation schools on page 3 and watch for full stories in next week’s issue of Shootin’ the Breeze.

Shootin’ the Breeze – Oct. 2, 2024

October 2, 2024

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This week’s Shootin’ the Breeze headlines:

There’s nothing on our street where the agony is

Grassy Mountain coal mine project: Northback faces tough questions at open house

Piikani students hear truths of their elders

Petrovic listens to community concerns over coffee in Pincher Creek

Crowsnest Pass comes together for Thunder hockey’s landfill cleanup fundraiser

Pincher Creek Legion seeks volunteers and donations for annual children’s shopping event

CNP Taxpayers’ Association meeting highlights rising taxes and municipal spending

Premier’s staffing remarks challenged by Alberta RCMP

Engagement position created to enhance cancer care for Indigenous communities in Alberta

Calgary singer Amy Nelson kicks off Live @ The Lebel concert series with sold-out show

Editorial: As we reflect upon the Gaudreau brothers’ legacies, the hockey community continues to mourn their loss

Obituary – Russell James Wiley

Frontier Canadian Recollections – Coalfields country school thrived for over half a century

Town of Pincher Creek events and notifications

Pincher Creek Humane Society Pet of the Week

Plus local events, contests, concerts, community notices, job opportunities, service directory, Coffee Break puzzles and general information for Pincher Creek, Crowsnest Pass and Piikani Nation

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Get the latest news and updates from Pincher Creek & Area. Stay in the loop with local events, community concerns and more.

IMAGE: Shannon Peace | Shootin’ the Breeze

Elder Peter Strikes With a Gun shared personal experiences and thoughts in a ceremony hosted by Pincher Creek Municipal Library on Monday afternoon. “There’s celebrations and ceremonies in the big centres, but there’s nothing happening on our street,” the former Piikani Nation chief said. “There’s nothing on our street where the agony is.” He was joined by Eric Crow Shoe, who offered a prayer and blessing. Both men are residential school survivors who openly share their stories of dark times, healing and ambassadorship. They also share a desire for people to learn from and respect one another, to allow us all to move forward in the spirit of truth and reconciliation. See photos from Piikani Nation schools on page 3 and watch for full stories in next week’s issue of Shootin’ the Breeze.

Shootin’ the Breeze – Oct. 2, 2024

October 2, 2024

Get the latest news and updates from Pincher Creek & Area. Stay in the loop with local events, community concerns and more.

This week’s Shootin’ the Breeze headlines:

There’s nothing on our street where the agony is

Grassy Mountain coal mine project: Northback faces tough questions at open house

Piikani students hear truths of their elders

Petrovic listens to community concerns over coffee in Pincher Creek

Crowsnest Pass comes together for Thunder hockey’s landfill cleanup fundraiser

Pincher Creek Legion seeks volunteers and donations for annual children’s shopping event

CNP Taxpayers’ Association meeting highlights rising taxes and municipal spending

Premier’s staffing remarks challenged by Alberta RCMP

Engagement position created to enhance cancer care for Indigenous communities in Alberta

Calgary singer Amy Nelson kicks off Live @ The Lebel concert series with sold-out show

Editorial: As we reflect upon the Gaudreau brothers’ legacies, the hockey community continues to mourn their loss

Obituary – Russell James Wiley

Frontier Canadian Recollections – Coalfields country school thrived for over half a century

Town of Pincher Creek events and notifications

Pincher Creek Humane Society Pet of the Week

Plus local events, contests, concerts, community notices, job opportunities, service directory, Coffee Break puzzles and general information for Pincher Creek, Crowsnest Pass and Piikani Nation

Pincher Creek and area news can be found in weekly issues of Shootin’ the Breeze and 24/7 online.