Beardy’s and Okemasis welcomes Sask. Marshals to work on reserve

Sep 29, 2026 | 4:41 PM

Improving public safety was a key reason leaders of Beardy’s and Okemasis’ Cree Nation passed a band council resolution welcoming the Saskatchewan Marshals Service to work with the RCMP on the reserve.

Chief and council unanimously passed the resolution Sept. 25, according to a news release.

“By building positive working relationships with the Saskatchewan Marshals Service, we are ensuring our community remains safe for our members, especially our Elders and youth,” Chief Edwin Ananas said.

The marshals previously outlined their mandate, which includes helping enforce warrants, investigating agricultural thefts involving cattle, crops, metals and farm chemicals, monitoring prolific offenders and supporting other police services, including the RCMP and municipal police.

More than 100 Elders attended the Saskatchewan Marshals Service presentation Aug. 14 and supported the initiative with a show of hands, according to the release.

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The First Nation said the commitment includes sharing information, providing operational updates after enforcement activities and maintaining open communication to promote safety and well-being in the community.

Coun. Tyler Smallchild, who holds the justice and elders portfolios, said welcoming the Saskatchewan Marshals Service is an important step toward ensuring members feel safe living, working and raising their families in the community.

“As leaders for BOCN, we have a responsibility to make strategic decisions that reflect the guidance of our Elders and the best interests of all members, both on and off reserve. We are confident the Saskatchewan Marshals Service will help strengthen public safety within our Nation,” he said.

The Marshals are based in Prince Albert, about 60 kms north of BOCN/Duck Lake.

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by Susan McNeil

Beardy’s and Okemasis welcomes Sask. Marshals to work on reserve

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