Tag Archives: First Nations
‘Sisterhood’: Ribbon skirt library provides community for Indigenous women in Sask.
When a handful of Indigenous youth came up to Claire Tuckanow to compliment her ribbon skirt and shared wishes of wanting their own, a spark was started.Tuckanow, a Mtis-Cree woman from the Okanese Fi...
Jan 04, 2025

Outgoing Lt. Gov. Mirasty looks to the future while reflecting on the past
Lt. Gov. Russ Mirasty fondly recalls a time when he was visiting a school and met the principal and a student, who were both visibly nervous. "The statement was made 'We weren't even sure that we coul...
Jan 03, 2025

Year in Review: Fort a la Corne Powwow highlights healing
A focus on healing and tradition. Attendees from across the province and beyond took part in the Fort a la Corne Annual Traditional Powwow at James Smith Cree Nation in September. The event started wi...
Jan 01, 2025

Top 10 provincial stories of 2024
This year was one with many triumphs and challenges, one in which concerns were heard via voting and protest. Saskatchewan residents also brought local talents and accomplishments to the national and ...
Dec 31, 2024

Year In Review: Coroner's inquest held in Melfort
The Coroner's inquest into the murders on James Smith Cree Nation and Weldon in 2022 was held in Melfort in 2024. The inquest took place at the Kerry Vickar Centre from Jan. 15 to 31 and delved into t...
Dec 23, 2024
‘Miscarriage of justice’: FSIN calls for appeal, new law in Kennedy case
The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) is calling for an appeal and law changes after charges were stayed for a woman who struck and killed a nine year old girl on a marked crosswalk in...
Dec 18, 2024

Santa in the North continues to spread Christmas joy to remote communities
Santa in the North, an annual endeavor organized by Rise Air, delivered more gifts than ever to young children and teens this month. "We are in a very unique position as we are not only 100 per cent I...
Dec 12, 2024

NLCDC donates $100K towards new Ronald McDonald House
A fundraising drive that will support a new Ronald McDonald house in Prince Albert, has received a $100,000 boost. The donation to Ronald McDonald House Charities, was made by Northern Lights Communit...
Dec 05, 2024

Economic growth in Meadow Lake sparks demand for hotel development
As residents in Meadow Lake eagerly await the completion of the Co-Op Centre, there's a renewed sense of optimism when it comes to economic prosperity for the city. "It seems like every time you turn ...
Dec 03, 2024

Battlefords Union Hospital opens doors to culturally inclusive palliative care
Healthcare workers in the Battlefords came together to celebrate the unveiling of the Palliative Door Decals by the Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre (BRT6HC) at Battlefords Union Hospital (BUH), ai...
Dec 02, 2024