Tag Archives: First Nations
Saskatchewan First Nations to receive direct allocation of vaccines from next month
The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) is applauding a move that will see 14 per cent of COVID-19 vaccines in Saskatchewan go direct to First Nations.The FSIN said the direct allocation...
Mar 26, 2021
Construction begins next month for $11 million sports complex at Big River First Nation
The wheels are in motion for a major development in northwest Saskatchewan, costing $35 million. Big River First Nation plans to build both a new high school and a new arena. The band's CEO Derek Klei...
Mar 26, 2021
Sask. RCMP in discussion with Poundmaker Cree Nation, province reaching out
BattlefordsNOW has received a response from both the provincial government and Saskatchewan RCMP in regards to the announcement from Poundmaker Cree Nation (PCN) earlier this week, which detailed thei...
Mar 25, 2021
PAGC responds to report on RCMP investigation into Boushie death
The Prince Albert Grand Council (PAGC) says it supports the recommendations made in the Civilian Review and Complaints Commission (CRCC) report examining the RCMP's investigation into the death of Col...
Mar 23, 2021
Poundmaker Cree Nation announces custom banishment laws for drug enforcement
Poundmaker Cree Nation (PCN) has declared a State of Emergency to take immediate action in establishing their own police force, according to the band's leadership.In a release Monday, PCN stated they ...
Mar 23, 2021
Area leaders disturbed to see posters promoting racism in North Battleford community
Local area leaders are concerned about White Lives Matter posters appearing on streets in the North Battleford community recently.Little Pine First Nation Chief Wayne Semaganis was alarmed when he saw...
Mar 23, 2021
Sturgeon Lake clothing designer sets sights on Prince Albert location
A clothing designer from Sturgeon Lake First Nation says he is absolutely surprised by the response he’s had over the past two months. Justin Naytowhow, 35, launched the Kiyam label back in Janu...
Mar 23, 2021
Colten Boushie family continues to seek justice following CRCC report findings
The family of Colten Boushie had an opportunity to speak out to express their concerns during the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) press conference Monday.The event followed the relea...
Mar 22, 2021
Muskoday elects first female Chief
A retiring health director of Muskoday First Nation has fulfilled her campaign promise to shatter the band's glass ceiling.Ava Bear received 143 votes after Friday's election, 15 more than runner-up R...
Mar 20, 2021
Muskoday candidates concerned about safety, youth, and transparency
In less than 24 hours, members of Muskoday First Nation will head to the polls.There are six candidates for chief in Friday's election and 23 candidates on the ballot for the five council seats. In an...
Mar 18, 2021