Tag Archives: Heritage

Clio’s Armada in the news: 16th century Basque galleon

Xavier Agote has used archaeological findings from Labrador to rebuild a 16th century Basque whaling galleon. He hopes to go on an authentic voyage in 2028 from Pasaia to Red Bay. There is also some interesting colonial politics at play. The basques appear to have had good relationships with the Innu of Labrador, possibly sinceContinue reading “Clio’s Armada in the news: 16th century Basque galleon”

New History Talks: Mr. and Mrs. Montour Go West

A new historical presentation tracking the lives of two Metis from the prairies to the pacific north-west in the 19th century.

Mark Your Calendar: “CITY OF CHAMPIONS: Advocates, Activists, and Change-makers” presented at Fort Edmonton Park’s Capital Theatre, August 9, 2026.

Save the date: August 9 Tom is presenting at Fort Edmonton Park’s Capitol Theatre.

Mark Your Calendar: “Review the Tape: Video Review in Hiring and Training Interpreters” presented January 21, 2026 in Surrey.

Tom Long presents on hiring and training interpreters in Surrey on January 21, 2026.

MixedMedia Pt 7: The Convenient Indian Ancestor

Part 7 of an exploration of mixed descent Indigenous persons in pop culture. This chapter features Rambo, Tonto, Chakotay, Sokka, Val Kilmer, and more.

MixedMedia Pt 6: Living Your Culture Quietly

Part 6 of an exploration of mixed descent Indigenous persons in pop culture. This chapter features Forge
, Danielle Moonstar, Pow-wow Smith, and more.

MixedMedia Pt 5: A Volatile Mixture

Part 5 of an exploration of mixed descent Indigenous persons in pop culture. This chapter features Clara Bow, John Wayne’s Ethan Edwards, Namor, and others.