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Breanne Massey, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Breanne Massey is a freelance contributor for The Wren. She is a member of the Métis Nation of BC with family ties going back to York Factory National Historic Site in northeastern Manitoba. She is focused on bridging the gap in journalism between all nations. Breanne is a graduate of Thompson Rivers University’s journalism school and holds a Diploma of Visual Arts.

Breanne's Latest Articles

In Secwepemcúl’ecw, a bighorn sheep herd too small to survive gets a second chance

To help save a herd of wild sheep vulnerable to infection, the Whispering Pines / Clinton Indian Band collaborated with scientists, conservationists and the province to repopulate the Chasm headbanger herd.

Melawmen Collective tours Secwepemcúl’ew

Born from community, propelled worldwide, a Secwépemc collective brings its “nonera” sound to Kamloops.

At this local aerial fitness studio, everyone is welcome to step up to the pole

Carolanne Kreiser opened Fly Fitness Aerial Studio With the desire to provide an inclusive and welcome environment for all.

When it comes to gearing up to fight wildfires, the future is female

Ktunaxa First Nation firefighter Ashely O’Neil’s personal protective equipment company AshFireWear named Female Business of the Year.

A pregnancy test sits on a table.
Reporter’s Notebook: Why I reported on abortion access in the Interior

‘As a mother, you can’t walk away from news of an unplanned pregnancy, and ignore your responsibilities,’ writes Breanne Massey.

Abortion care is reproductive care. So why is it hard to access in the Interior?

Health care providers and reproductive rights advocates explain who is left behind when it comes to abortion care and what can be done about it.

A guide for accessing abortion care

Abortion care remains hard to access for British Columbians living outside major cities. Here is a guide to help you through the experience.

Volunteer Kamloops seeks support as drop in volunteerism impacts community

Volunteer Kamloops’ Link Program Coordinator Anita Jacobsen says volunteerism breeds a beautiful Thompson-Okanagan community.

Stellar Feels Embodiment owner Vanessa Woulfe sits in a park smiling.
Local dancer supports community wellness through somatic dance

‘When we slow down, we’re able to respond instead of reacting,’ says Stellar Feels Embodiment founder Vanessa Woulfe.

Basketball superstar from Tkemlúps te Secwépemc, 14, heads to NAIG 2023

Waki-Ya Charging Bear Diablo is departing for Kjipuktuk (Halifax) this weekend to play for Team BC in the U14 men’s league.

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