Tag Archives: First Nations
Pattison Media joining Canadian broadcasters in event to amplify Indigenous voices
Next Wednesday, June 30, will be a day to amplify, elevate, listen and learn from Indigenous voices.In recognition of National Indigenous History Month, Pattison Media will be joining other major broa...
Jun 24, 2021
Unmarked graves not a step back in reconciliation: Lt.-Gov. Mirasty
Saskatchewan Lt-Gov. Russell Mirasty doesn't believe the finding of 751 unmarked graves at the former Marieval Indian Residential School at Cowessess First Nation is a step back in reconciliation. "I ...
Jun 24, 2021
The spirit of Victor Thunderchild lives on
Even after his death, Victor Thunderchild is helping students in Prince Albert- this time through a new scholarship program.Thunderchild died of complications from COVID-19 in April.Not only was he mi...
Jun 22, 2021
Federal gov’t provides funding to FSIN in search for unmarked burial sites
The Government of Canada is giving the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) nearly $5 million to find and commemorate unmarked graves at former Indian Residential Schools in Saskatchewan....
Jun 22, 2021
Families enjoy opportunity to see Indigenous tradition of powwow dance at WDM event
The Indigenous Peoples Day demonstration of powwow traditions at the Western Development Museum (WDM) in North Battleford Monday brought people together from many different backgrounds. Kanaweyimik Ch...
Jun 21, 2021
Muskoday First Nation honors residential school children with emotional and powerful tribute
To remember and honor the 215 children whose remains were found at a residential school at Kamloops B.C., Muskoday First Nation tied children's shoes to the Highway 3 bridge on National Indigenous Peo...
Jun 21, 2021
Humboldt Chamber hosts Lunch-n-Learn on importance of Treaties
The Humboldt and District Chamber of Commerce held a Lunch-n-Learn on Monday as part of National Indigenous People's Day.Amy Seesequasis, who is the Director of Public Education with the Office of the...
Jun 21, 2021
JPII’s Shalen Fox making positive impact for Indigenous students
Leading up to National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21 battlefordsNOW is featuring Indigenous professionals, storytellers, entertainers, artists and others. Stay tuned for more throughout the week.F...
Jun 21, 2021
Indigenous storyteller, stone carver hopes to inspire pride in heritage
For National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, battlefordsNOW is featuring Indigenous professionals, storytellers, entertainers, artists and others.Lyndon Tootoosis has found passion and purpose thro...
Jun 21, 2021
Meadow Lake teen shares deep relationship with music
Leading up to National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21 battlefordsNOW is featuring Indigenous professionals, storytellers, entertainers, artists and others. Stay tuned for more throughout the week.F...
Jun 19, 2021
