Tag Archives: First Nations
First Nations chief guilty of illegally shooting moose in game preserve
When David Sandfly, Chief of the Big Island Lake Cree Nation, shot and killed a bull moose in the Pierceland area north of Meadow Lake, he was breaking the law. Provincial Court Judge Michael Segu rul...
Oct 27, 2023
Flying Dust Councillor returning as popular character in season three of Shoresy
A councillor with the Flying Dust First Nation isn't quitting acting anytime soon.That's because Jon Mirasty is set to star in season three of Shoresy as Crave has once again renewed the hit hockey co...
Oct 25, 2023
How sediment could solve the water issues at Cumberland House
It's been nearly a week since a State of Emergency was declared by two northeast Saskatchewan communities, saying they're running out of water. The emergency declaration is still in effect for Cumberl...
Oct 25, 2023
FNUniv holds Fall Convocation in Prince Albert
More than 100 students walked across the stage as they celebrated their recent graduation from the First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv).Students from all campuses came together in Prince Albert...
Oct 23, 2023
High school completion, income levels increasing for First Nations peoples: StatCan
Status First Nations people in Canada have seen some improvement in several key aspects of daily life, Statistics Canada has found, citing gains in areas ranging from household income levels to intern...
Oct 22, 2023
Low water levels prompt State of Emergency for Village of Cumberland House and Cree Nation
A northern Saskatchewan village and First Nation says there's insufficient water and are now in a State of Emergency.The Metis Nation-Saskatchewan along with Cumberland House and Cumberland House Cree...
Oct 19, 2023
'Shaken us to the core': Sask. First Nation says more support needed as violent crimes rise
Following the death of a teenager and growing concerns around violence, a Saskatchewan First Nation is pleading for help to ensure its residents feel safe again.On Oct. 1, a 17-year-old boy was found ...
Oct 18, 2023
Sask. First Nation declares state of emergency following death of teen in Deschambault Lake
A Saskatchewan First Nation said it is in mourning after the death of a teenager in Deschambault Lake and is declaring a state of emergency.Earlier this month, a 17-year-old was found deceased in Desc...
Oct 17, 2023
Beaded sculpture on display in P.A. takes history & adds creativity to make something new
No word exists to describe the sculpture local artist and teacher Orlanda Flett has created that now sits in a gallery in downtown Prince Albert.Flett herself had a hard time describing her artwork - ...
Oct 16, 2023
Uranium exploration company signs agreement to ensure sustainable future for Athabasca Basin
A company in the business of discovering uranium in northern Saskatchewan has signed an exploration agreement with a non-profit organization that protects the lands and waters of the Athabasca Basin a...
Oct 16, 2023
