Tag Archives: First Nations
Cyclists ride into P.A. for a cause
Over 30 cyclists made their way into Prince Albert Thursday afternoon to raise awareness about a very important issue.The Black Lake Bike-a-Thon is an annual event which sees young people from the com...
Jul 04, 2019 Riders and those travelling with Bike-a-thon pose for a picture before heading into P.A. (Michael Joel-Hansen/paNOW Staff)
'You have your heart back:' Chief Red Pheasant's Treaty Medal returns home
Amidst the sound of beating drums, song and dance, a Chief Red Pheasant's Treaty Medal finally came home to rest at Cree Nation that bears his name after 134 years."It was very emotional and surreal.....
Jul 04, 2019 Red Pheasant Chief Clint Wuttunee holds former Chief Red Pheasant's Treaty Medal that was returned to the First Nation. (Angela Brown/battlefordsNOW Staff)
Absence of STC leaves northern resident with few safe options
Sekwun McLeod was stuck in Saskatoon. Unable to find a ride back to her home in Stanley Mission about two weeks ago, she decided to make a point - one that she said ended up being both empowering and ...
Jul 03, 2019 Sekwun McLeod said she had no choice but to walk and hitchhike from Saskatoon to Stanely Mission. (Facebook/Sekwun McLeod)
Pelican Narrows officer re-assigned as RCMP review online video, launch investigation
After a video of a police officer yelling expletives and threatening remarks surfaced on social media over the weekend, the Saskatchewan RCMP have confirmed the Mountie was re-assigned pending an inte...
Jul 02, 2019 An officer pulls his weapon and uses threatening language toward a suspect in Pelican Narrows. This is a screenshot from a video taken of the incident and posted online. Police say a machete was seized during one of three incidents involving the officer they are reviewing. (Facebook)
Team Hatchet Lake produces strong River Quest paddle
Team Hatchet Lake wrapped up 4th place overall at the 21st Annual Yukon River Quest, known as "the world's longest annual paddling race."The northern Saskatchewan team successfully completed the 715- ...
Jul 01, 2019 The six paddlers from Hatchet Lake completed the gruelling Yukon River Quest in 4th place overall.(Tina Pelletier/PAGC)
Self-government agreements with three Metis nations marks historic change
The federal government signed historic self-government agreements Thursday with the Metis nations of Alberta, Ontario and Saskatchewan.The agreements affirm the Metis right of self-government and form...
Jun 30, 2019 (Submitted photo/Canadian Press)
Emotional event marks 15th anniversary in Prince Albert
Families with missing or murdered loved ones came together Thursday, in a strong showing of solidarity and support.Over 150 people participated in the 'Honouring our Sisters and Brother's Memorial Wal...
Jun 27, 2019 (Nigel Maxwell/ paNOW Staff)
Elders and officials play role in HIV testing campaign
For Teena Dumais-Clarke, being tested publicly for HIV is about being a role model."It's important for the community, they need to do this for their family and for their own health," the health direct...
Jun 27, 2019 Elder Gordon Keewatin with the PAGC gets his finger pricked by Tosin Adebayo of NITHA as part of national HIV Testing Day. (Glenn Hicks/paNOW Staff)
'There is so much pride in the room': Wesmor Public High School celebrates graduation
Robes were donned, caps placed atop heads filled with knowledge and pride, and diplomas were handed out to the graduating class of 2019 of Wesmor Public High School (WPHS).Family, friends and staff ga...
Jun 26, 2019 From left to right, Saskatchewan Rivers Public Division Trustee Arne Lindberg, valedictorian Julianna Pitzel, and Principal Gina Sinoski(Submitted Photo/ Gina Sinoski)
Liberals promise $13M for missing, murdered Indigenous women commemorations
OTTAWA - Gender Equality Minister Maryam Monsef says the federal government will fund more than 100 projects to "honour the lives and legacies" of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. Fund...
Jun 24, 2019
