An Edmonton elder and knowledge keeper dedicated to keeping Cree traditions alive for the next generation has died from complications of COVID-19. AHS spokesperson Kerry Williamson said the first step of any Health Link assessment is to ensure any emergency or life-threatening symptoms are ruled out. Edmonton elder and knowledge keeper dies of COVID-19 1:51 Roxanne Tootoosis, known for keeping Cree traditions alive for the next generation, has died due to complications from the delta variant of COVID-19. 1:51Tootoosis, a proud Plains Cree woman, was an Indigenous advocate who had dedicated her life to sharing her culture. Before her work at MacEwan, Tootoosis spent nearly 20 years in social work.

Source: CBC News September 01, 2021 16:30 UTC