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Minister Goodale unveils Government of Canada’s plan to support Saskatchewan’s economic future
From: Western Economic Diversification Canada June 14, 2019 – Regina, Saskatchewan – Western Economic Diversification Canada The Government of Canada remains committed to growing the economy, creating good jobs, and keeping Canada competitive. That is why the Government, today, laid out priorities to accelerate western Canada’s growth, productivity, and competitiveness. The Honourable Ralph Goodale, Minister […]
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Missing, murdered Indigenous women inquiry flags coerced sterilization – Regina Leader-Post
June 13, 2019 OTTAWA — A lawyer representing Indigenous women who allege they were coerced into sterilization procedures after childbirth says it is not surprising the national inquiry into missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls flagged the issue among its findings. The commission, which released 231 recommendations last week, was asked by the federal […]
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Saskatchewan’s artifact laws ‘perpetuate colonization’: Indigenous archeologist – CBC
Legislation under scrutiny following ancient artifact discovery near Dodsland, Sask. Jun 13, 2019 Saskatchewan laws governing ancient artifacts “perpetuate colonization” and need to change, according to an Indigenous archeologist. “That law needs to be rewritten,” archeologist and University of Alberta professor Kisha Supernant said. “When you have non-Indigenous people making decisions about what happens with […]
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SK Government: New Income Assistance Advisory Group Announced
June 12, 2019 The Government of Saskatchewan has appointed members to the new Income Assistance Advisory Group to help Social Services improve income assistance programs and services. The advisory group will provide advice and feedback on the development of income assistance policies, programs and services that will best meet the needs of vulnerable Saskatchewan people. […]
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WACA Requests Fee Waiver – Mjindependent.com
A local cultural group hoping to hold a community wide celebration came to Council looking for a fee waiver but despite getting it left with unanswered questions. Lori Deets, president of the Wakamow Aboriginal Community Association (WACA), came to Council to request the rental fees of $445.69 for city land for a six day pow […]
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Gormley: Misuse of “genocide” does more harm than good – StarPhoenix
There are many ways to describe the history and contemporary reality of Canadian Indigenous women victimized by violence. June 7, 2019 There are many ways to describe the history and contemporary reality of Canadian Indigenous women victimized by violence. For the victims there is the tragedy of loss and trauma; and, if we get it […]
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Editorial: Distraction further dishonours victims – StarPhoenix
Reflecting on how to personally address reconciliation regarding the MMIWG is important for citizens of this province and this country. June 7, 2019 We need to keep our eye on the ball when it comes to the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. It is expected, and important, that there is […]
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Changes to solitary-confinement bill could address key MMIWG inquiry findings – larongeNOW
Jun 07, 2019 OTTAWA — The Canadian Human Rights Commission is backing changes to a bill on solitary confinement, agreeing with other advocates that the amendments to the government’s proposed law would follow recommendations from the inquiry into missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. Véronique Robitaille, a spokeswoman for the rights commission, said Wednesday […]
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Trudeau aims north to pull out Sask. seat – Yorkton This Week
June 6, 2019 Can you imagine the federal Liberals emerging from this fall’s national election with more seats in Saskatchewan than they already have? Admittedly, it takes a fair bit of imagination. And it will take more than a little luck on the Liberals’ part. But it is possible … even though it’s likely a […]
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Media Notice – Canada’s Premiers to Meet in Saskatoon from July 9-11, 2019
June 5, 2019 – As incoming Chair of the Council of the Federation, Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe will host the 2019 Summer Meeting of Canada’s Premiers from July 9 to 11 at the Delta Bessborough Hotel in Saskatoon. Media Accreditation Media representatives who wish to cover the 2019 Summer Meeting of Canada’s Premiers must register […]
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