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SSHRC: Launch of new tri-agency Indigenous Research Capacity and Reconciliation—Connection Grants
The new tri-agency Indigenous Research Capacity and Reconciliation—Connection Grants invites proposals from applicants affiliated with First Nations, Métis and Inuit not-for-profit organizations, as well as with other not-for-profit organizations or Canadian postsecondary institutions in any discipline. The initiative will support short-term targeted interdisciplinary events, outreach activities and position papers to help guide new ways of […]
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RCMP: National Indigenous Peoples Day – Read about some of our projects and initiatives
The RCMP has a proud history of more than 140 years of service to First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities. Today, we work in more than 600 Indigenous communities across Canada. Read about some of our activities and initiatives. An Eagle Staff to honour and acknowledge First Nations people in Canada Staff Sgt. Jeff Poulette […]
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Saskatchewan Research Council Expands Mentorship Program for Indigenous Post-Secondary Students
June 21, 2018 Today, the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) is formalizing the expansion of a mentorship program for Indigenous post-secondary students, while at the same time celebrating the success the program has seen in its first four years. Through SRC’s Aboriginal Mentorship Program (AMP), First Nations, Inuit and Métis post-secondary students in science, technology, engineering […]
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First Nations School Holds Competitions to Display Learning in Robotics from RoboYOU Program
June 20, 2018 The results of five months of learning robotics, computer coding and digital literacy skills were shown today in competitions by students at the Cowessess Community Educational Centre. The games marked the end of the pilot run of Innovation Saskatchewan’s RoboYOU program launched in February 2018, to provide First Nations students in rural […]
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MMIWG: Official Statement by Commissioner Michèle Audette
June 20, 2018 On June 5th, I announced I would take time to reflect, analyze and consider my future participation in the National Inquiry in light of the Government of Canada’s deeply regrettable decision to deny the full extension requested by the Commissioners. Fully committed to my role as a Commissioner, I have always felt […]
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FCC announces partnership to promote mental health support network
FCC announces partnership to promote mental health support network Farm Credit Canada (FCC) has entered into a partnership with the Do More Agriculture (DMA) Foundation to create a network of mental health first aiders who can identify and support producers coping with difficult or unfortunate circumstances. Under the one-year pilot project, FCC is contributing $50,000 […]
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FCC supports customers impacted by rare June frost
FCC supports customers impacted by rare June frost Jun 19, 2018 Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is offering support for customers growing fruit and vegetables or operating wineries facing financial hardship as a result of recent widespread frost throughout all three Maritime provinces. In the first week of June, temperatures dropped to as low as -3 […]
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University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine granted full accreditation
Saskatchewan’s medical school has achieved full accreditation of its undergraduate program from the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS). The result was communicated to the University of Saskatchewan(U of S) yesterday. The college hosted a full-site accreditation visit in fall 2017. Jun 19, 2018 “This successful outcome for our College of Medicine is […]
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University of Saskatchewan medical college gets full accredititation: college – CP
Source: The Canadian Press Jun 19, 2018 SASKATOON _ The prognosis is good for the future health of Saskatchewan’s medical school. The University of Saskatchewan’s College of Medicine was put on probation in 2013 when an accreditation committee found the school’s education standards were lacking in some areas. The probation was lifted in 2015, but the committee […]
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U of SK: National Indigenous Peoples Day
Join us on June 21, 2018 to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day at the third annual ‘Rock Your Roots’ Walk for Reconciliation. Starting at 9:30 a.m. at Victoria Park, the Rock Your Roots Walk for Reconciliation will feature a variety of traditional and multicultural dances, music and performances along the way. A small group will represent […]
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