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Winnipeggers reflect on what's changed 1 year after Truth and Reconciliation report
June 2, 2016 - CBC
MC says he hasn't seen a lot of policy changes, but he has seen awareness of Indigenous issues grow. He says 'listening and learning without acting is a wasted opportunity.'

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​Red Rising Magazine offers new voice for indigenous people
January 26, 2016 - CBC
​One of its leaders, Lenard Monkman, met with a collective of 11 other young Winnipeggers last summer to discuss the next step in the mission — creating a magazine.

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The connection between immigrants and Aboriginal people in Canada’s mosaic
December 16, 2015 - Canadian Immigrant
On Aug. 14, the Meet Me at the Bell Tower meeting’s theme was “Newcomers be Welcome, and Kuet attended along with a group of newcomers who live in the north end. The newcomers met with aboriginal elders, young adults and families.

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Racial inclusion conversation series gets off to fiery start in Winnipeg
December 13, 2015 - CBC
13 Fires brings Winnipeggers together to share stories, come up with solutions to racism in city

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Meet Me at the Bell Tower wins honour
December 1st 2015 - Winnipeg SUN
Meet Me at the Bell Tower, a four-year-old initiative has been singled out for its efforts to create a voluntary alternative to violence and provide examples and opportunities to participate in building a stronger community.

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Facebook launches youth safety guide in Cree, Ojibway and Inuktitut
November 2015 - CBC
Activist Michael Champagne says Think Before You Share guide, translated into three indigenous languages, 'removes stigma of young people learning their language when it has something recognizable like the Facebook logo right beside it.' 

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Meet Me at the Bell Tower welcomes local immigrant community
August 14, 2015 - CBC
Weekly gathering in Winnipeg's North End invites newcomers to 'break stereotypes'

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Winnipeg conference aims to change indigenous stereotypes
March 5, 2015 - CBC
'Bridging the Gap' brings together indigenous and non-indigenous youth from across the country

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Ending racism focus of Winnipeg rally after magazine article sparks discussion
January 23, 2015 - CTV
Community activist Michael Champagne leads the discussion and said the group also talks about issues related to racism.

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Winnipeg's aboriginal community responds to Maclean's article
January 23, 2015 - CBC
When faced with racism, Jenna Wirch says it's best to fight ignorance with intelligence
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Winnipeg crowd pledges to lead by example
January 23, 2015 - Macleans


Rally against violence turns into a call to action against racism
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AYO! Langauge Hour calls on youth to to participate
March 4, 2014 - CTV

Neechi Niche in Neechi Commons hosts 3rd Aboriginal Youth Opportunities Language Hour.
An invitation to revitalize language.

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Warriors & Indigenous Resistance
Oct 30, 2013 - APTN

This week we are putting indigenous resistance InFocus - Sakej Ward, who is a member of the Warrior Alliance, Ellen Gabriel, from Kanesatake, and Jo Redsky from the Warrior-Ogitchida Society, join this week’s APTN’s InFocus panel. (AYO's own MC is also featured on the panel, you can see PART 1 & PART 2 here)


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Five Heroes Honoured @ City Hall
Oct. 25, 2013 - CTV

A symbolic flag flies at city hall Friday night in recognition of five heroes chosen by the Winnipeg Blue Bomber alumni.

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UN special rapporteur highlights First Nations issues in eight-day Canadian tour
Oct 21, 2013 - The Manitoban

A UN special rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples’s recent visit to Canada has thrust First Nations issues back into the national spotlight.

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Marching together for safer streets
Oct 21, 2013 - The Manitoban

This was the first time I had attended the march—which started at the North End Bell Tower on Selkirk Avenue—and I was initially unsure of what to expect. What I found was a powerful sense of community, and a commitment to making our streets safer for women and for everyone.


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Selkirk Avenue gathering reaffirms support for New Brunswick protesters
Oct 19,2013 - CTV

Dozens of Winnipeggers held a peaceful gathering on Selkirk Avenue after a demonstration in New Brunswick ended in violence.

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Inner-city kids petition for 24-hour drop-in centre
July 31, 2013 - CBC

A group of inner-city kids have come together to try and get a 24-hour drop-in centre to open in their area.






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City’s budget consultation plan falls flat for inner city
June 18, 2013 - Winnipeg Free Press

North End activists and inner city community groups are giving the city a failing grade on a round of public workshops it’s holding this month on the 2014 budget.







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Pounding the pavement to make a change
June 18, 2013 - Winnipeg Free Press

"Kids in the area need a sense of belonging, somewhere they feel wanted, somewhere they feel safe, important, wanted, and loved," said Nilles,

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Meet Me at the Bell Tower?
April 22, 2013 - HyperLocal - CBC 
 
Volunteers put up a banner and sing happy birthday to a boy in the crowd. Champagne says a few words: “It’s important for us that we are encouraging our kids to stand up for themselves, encouraging them to stand up for one another, and making sure that everyone is being respected.”

 

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North End youth say their piece 
March 26, 2013 - Winnipeg Free Press

More than 160 people packed into the Friendship Centre at 45 Robinson St. on March 21 to speak out on issues youth want to see addressed in the area as part of the North End Youth Forum.

 

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Duo making a real difference in the North End
November 21, 2012 - Winnipeg Free Press

Michael Champagne and Iain Brynjolson may come from very different backgrounds, but their passion and determination to "be the change" is an obvious common ground.

 

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MM@BT brings hope to Winnipeg's troubled North End 
November 17, 2012 - Winnipeg Sun

It's a really accessible event; it's right outside. Especially with the addition of the megaphone, we have a physical representation: Speak into the megaphone and you're speaking to the community. And people feel really empowered

 

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Meet Me at the Bell Tower turns 1 year old 
November 16, 2012 - CBC

Dozens of people came to the bell tower on Friday evening to celebrate the movement's first anniversary.
"It's kind of like a town hall, it's kind of like a newspaper," 

 

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WE could learn a few things 
October 30, 2012 - Winnipeg Free Press

Start getting the shelves ready in the library at St. Theresa Point School. 
And kids, get ready to read.

 

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Bell rings for residents concerned about community 
August 1, 2012 - Winnipeg Free Press

Meet Me at the Bell Tower held its 33rd meeting on July 20 with more than 50 people in attendance. The purpose of the meetings is to build a community committed to "be the change and stop the violence."

It began as a youth movement, but has evolved to become a diverse group of men, women, youth and children who meet regularly. Their sense of camaraderie and pride can be felt immediately.

 

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NEON Rec Day a resounding success 
April 4, 2012 - Winnipeg Free Press

Ralph Brown Community Centre was overwhelmed by a gang of kids last week — and club officials could not have been happier.

 

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Bell tower ringing in change 
March 25, 2012 - Winnipeg Free Press

... the bell tower rallies became a weekly call to action. Grassroots groups have used them as a forum. Politicians show up to ring the bell, including Winnipeg Coun. Ross Eadie and NDP MLA Kevin Chief...

 

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Moving the North End forward 
March 4, 2012 - Winnipeg Free Press

"The newspaper was sort of a response to the negative media that we hear quite frequently in the North End, so we want to keep it filled with positive stories, things that make you feel happy about living here,"

 

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Why apathy reigns in Winnipeg North 
April 26, 2011 - The Globe and Mail

The non-partisan group has turned its attention to the federal race, spreading word about it, organizing workshops on the role of government, and offering transportation to the polls. It also plans to create a pamphlet for residents that outlines candidates' stands on issues such as crime and the economy

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