First Nations

RCMP musical ride makes debut at JSCN

Acknowledging the combination of thunder and heavy rain does not create ideal conditions for a musical ride, Sgt. Major Scott Williamson stated these are the shows that are incredibly memorable.The RC...

Jul 19, 2023

Indigenous youth in Sask. take part in summer science camps

Dozens of Indigenous youth had a chance to learn the fundamentals of science during different summer camps put on by the University of Regina and the First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv).The Sc...

Jul 16, 2023

Cultural sharing key part of North American Indigenous Games as sacred fire lit

Organizers of the North American Indigenous Games ignited a sacred fire on Saturday, saying the rekindling of First Nations culture is at the heart of the sports competition."We set the goal at these ...

Jul 15, 2023

Recognizing one year for Saskatchewan’s ‘Wandering Metis’

Back to Batoche Days is not only a great celebration for the province's Metis people, it also marks one year since the start of "The Wandering Metis."Jason McKay has used that moniker since Back to Ba...

Jul 15, 2023

Recognition of First Nations rights a 'sticking' point in new policing law plan: AFN

A lawyer for the Assembly of First Nations says including the recognition of rights is a "sticking" point as the organization negotiates a new policing bill with Ottawa.Julie McGregor updated chiefs g...

Jul 12, 2023

RCMP musical ride coming to James Smith Cree Nation

The RCMP's Musical Ride performs in up to 50 communities across Canada each year, and later this month one of those stops will include James Smith Cree Nation (JSCN).The performance will take place on...

Jul 07, 2023

RoseAnne Archibald voted out as Assembly of First Nations national chief

RoseAnne Archibald has been voted out as national chief of the Assembly of First Nations after more than a year of turmoil involving her leadership.The vote took place during a special chiefs assembly...

Jun 28, 2023

More should be done to revive Indigenous languages says U of S professor

It has been an exciting few weeks for Cree-speaking people in Saskatchewan but while that language may be seeing a resurgence in the province, other languages are looking for their moment in the spotl...

Jun 28, 2023

Feds and Prairie provinces to help Indigenous communities in agriculture

A new partnership with the federal government and the Prairie provinces could lead to the way for Indigenous participation in agriculture.On Tuesday, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Mar...

Jun 27, 2023

Indigenous storyteller shares technology can be used for good

An elder from Northern Saskatchewan says it's up to parents and grandparents to ensure indigenous youth know their connection to their land and their culture is stronger than the one they are getting ...

Jun 22, 2023