Tag Archives: First Nations
Former Sask. police chief to lead community safety at Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation
A man who led the Prince Albert and Saskatoon Police Services for several years has a new job, overseeing the safety of a Saskatchewan First Nation.The Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation (PBCN) announced Th...
Feb 23, 2024
Musical duo celebrate 10 years of sobriety, look to inspire and help others
Two brothers are making 'Braided Waves' by celebrating their 10 years of sobriety together and are looking for a fresh start. The duo, made up of Lawrence and Dwayne Brass based out of Saskatoon, bega...
Feb 20, 2024
Local school division holds first meeting of Land Based Network
As a way to further reconciliation efforts and improve relationships with First Nations, education staff were given a first-hand experience into the world of Land Based Learning.Last Wednesday, educat...
Feb 20, 2024
Former inmate says changes required within the correctional system to prevent future deaths
A woman who spent nearly two years on remand at Prince Albert's Pine Grove Correctional Centre, and who was present in the institution when two inmates suffered overdoses, said big changes are require...
Feb 16, 2024
Sask. Indigenous newspaper to go on hiatus
After nearly 30 years in the business, a Saskatchewan newspaper is making some tough decisions for its future.Eagle Feather News, based out of Saskatoon, announced earlier this week it was going on hi...
Feb 15, 2024
Voices of the North gets ready to rock again
A three-day showcase of musicians from across Northern Saskatchewan remains one of the more popular events at the Prince Albert Winter Festival.Voices of the North opens Thursday night at the Exhibiti...
Feb 15, 2024
James Smith Cree Nation signs up for FirstAlerts emergency app
A local First Nation is the first in Canada to sign up for a new emergency alert system.A news conference was held at James Smith Cree Nation (JSCN) Wednesday to sign an agreement with TryCycle Data S...
Feb 14, 2024
Treaty 6 First Nations part of JUNO nominated Indigenous group
From the traditional lands of Treaty 6 territory to the biggest stage in Canadian music, one band still can't believe they're headed to the JUNOS.Last week, the nominations for the 2024 JUNO Awards we...
Feb 14, 2024
PBCN Chief confirms development of strategic plan to address challenges with gangs and drugs
To properly address the escalating crime, the first step is to tackle the root causes.The comment from Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation (PBCN) Chief Karen Bird, came during a media conference on Tuesday a...
Feb 13, 2024
New York language society welcomes Dene language teacher among their presenters
Allison Lemaigre remembers when she first became passionate about revitalizing her Dene language."When I was able to start teaching in the classroom like that and seeing how that I could teach in my o...
Feb 13, 2024
