Tag Archives: First Nations
Syphilis still growing with 639% increase since 2019
The rate of syphilis cases in Saskatchewan has seen a massive jump since an outbreak was first declared in 2019. Dr. Ibrahim Khan, regional medical officer of health for Indigenous Services Canada, sa...
Mar 02, 2023
Métis community leaders recognized for their service
Perry Vermette, Owner of Vermette Wood Products, jokes when he was first received notice he was receiving a Queen's Platinum Jubilee Medal, his first instinct as someone who shys away from public atte...
Feb 28, 2023
A good wolf and stories for youth highlight Aboriginal Storytelling Month
As February comes to a close, so does another memorable Aboriginal Storytelling Month in Saskatchewan.One of the many events that happened this past month took place at Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Pri...
Feb 28, 2023
Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation makes purchase of pork processing facility
Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation (MSFN) is excited about the future after announcing it recently purchased a pork processing facility. The First Nation said it will be a step forward for the community, ...
Feb 24, 2023
Saskatchewan Métis sign self-government deal
Three Mtis groups signed a deal Friday with the federal government that recognizes them as Indigenous governments, putting them on equal constitutional standing with First Nations and opening the door...
Feb 24, 2023
MN-S planning Survivors' Gathering, Jubilee awards
Mtis Nation-Saskatchewan (MN-S) is announcing two upcoming events to support and honour Mtis families.The Queen's Platinum Jubilee medal ceremonies hosted by MN-S in Saskatoon, Prince Albert and Regin...
Feb 22, 2023
Indigenous storyteller shares about finding identity through storytelling
As Aboriginal Storytelling Month continues, those who have taken part in events throughout the province are sharing why the month is important to them.For Curtis Peeteetuce, honouring Aboriginal Story...
Feb 22, 2023
Chief Poundmaker's pipe, saddle bag returning from Royal Ontario Museum to family
Artifacts belonging to a 19th-century Plains Cree chief who was known as a peacekeeper are expected to be returned to his descendants in a repatriation ceremony at the Royal Ontario Museum.The Toronto...
Feb 22, 2023
Nearly 70 children now believed to have died at former B.C. residential school site
Editor's Note: This story addresses tragedies at former residential school sites and may be unsettling for some readers. Discretion is advised. Direct links to support resources are included at the bo...
Feb 22, 2023
Saskatchewan chief to lead advisory committee on residential school documents
A chief in Saskatchewan who became well-known after his First Nation found what are believed to be 751 unmarked graves at the site of a former residential school will lead a new committee for sharing ...
Feb 21, 2023
