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The Huskies are proud to celebrate the many contributions and inspirational 海角社区 of Indigenous Huskies alumni. Below we hear from Huskie Cross Country alumna Jaira Cross Child on her culture, journey to sport, time with the Huskies and what inspires her each and every day. What is your home community (or communities) and where did you grow up? I am a Niitsitapi Kainai Blackfoot woman. My home reserve, the Blood Tribe, is located in southern Alberta on Treaty 7 territory. I was born in Saskatoon and have lived here for the majority of my life. I consider both Saskatchewan and…
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