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Sask. Mayor honoured with fire bear medallion for firefighting contributions – CBC
Jul 28, 2025 ‘To us, he is a true hero,’ says Beauval beader who gifted medallion As fires were taking over the Boreal forest in northern Saskatchewan, Sandra Lynn Caisse Dennett wanted to bead a medallion of a bear that had the colours of fire. As Dennett put the finishing touches on her work, she settled on honouring […]
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Read MoreBATC Acahkos Awasisak to Host “Every Child Matters” Orange Regalia Youth Special at Thunderchild Pow Wow
July 24, 2025 BATC Acahkos Awasisak to Host “Every Child Matters” Orange Regalia Youth Special at Thunderchild Pow Wow Read More NT5
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Read MoreSask. Red River cart gives visitors a glimpse into Métis trade history – CTV News
July 22, 2025 In a venue showcasing Canada’s rich history of trade and transportation, a new artifact at Moose Jaw’s Western Development Museum is offering a glimpse into the 1800s – as settlers made their way across the Canadian Prairies. Red River carts helped the Métis carry all sorts of goods around the rugged prairie […]
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Read MoreTinp’si’na is still being harvested by Nakota families as a traditional food source and medicine – CBC
Jul 22, 2025 ‘I like the thought of this plant, like First Nations people… still alive,’ said Heather O’Watch Heather O’Watch says harvesting tinp’si’na (wild turnip in the Nakoda language) in June is a time to pass along traditions and teachings to family and friends. She said she harvests with her sibling Kenny Sheperd-O’Watch, 14, and she used to harvest […]
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Read MoreBack to Batoche Days draws more than 40,000 visitors – SaskToday.ca
July 20, 2025 Experience the spirit of Back to Batoche through photos capturing jigging, rodeos, culture, and community at this year’s Métis celebration. BATOCHE — Back to Batoche Days wrapped up Sunday, drawing over 40,000 visitors and uniting generations to honour Métis heritage, resilience and community spirit. Dignitaries in attendance included Métis Nation–Saskatchewan (MN–S) executives, […]
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Read MoreOpening ceremony officially kicks off Back to Batoche Days 2025
JULY 18, 2025 – Treaty 6 Territory and Heartland of the Métis, Batoche, SK – It’s officially underway! Back to Batoche Days is the largest outdoor Indigenous gathering in the country and 2025 promises to deliver cultural celebrations in traditional Métis style. During opening remarks, Métis Nation–Saskatchewan (MN–S) President Glen McCallum said, “Batoche is a […]
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Read MoreWhite Bear First Nations Celebrates 150 Years Since Treaty 4 Adhesion
July 10, 2025 This weekend White Bear First Nations celebrates 150 years of Treaty 4. While the initial signing of Treaty 4 occurred in 1874 at Fort Qu’Appelle, White Bear First Nations became signatories the following year, in 1875. This historic moment is being honoured by the community and at their powwow. During a recent […]
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Read MoreTraditional meat smoking taught to those living in Regina – CTV News
July 10, 2025 Staff and clientele of the Nēwo-Yōtina Friendship Centre took a field trip out of Regina to learn how to cut and smoke moose meat. The group of a dozen met on Standing Buffalo Dakota Nation to learn the process where it is practiced regularly. Angel Sunshine is the cultural support worker at […]
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Read MoreAncient Saskatchewan archaeological site falls victim to illegal scavenging – CBC
Jul 03, 2025 Cases of pot pilfering have been reported at the Âsowanânihk site A crucial archaeological site in Saskatchewan has become a target for illegal scavenging. Âsowanânihk, which means “a place to cross” in Cree, is located near Prince Albert and is estimated to be around 11,000 years old. It holds a wealth of evidence of Indigenous settlements that likely […]
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Read MoreNew tipi village in Meadow Lake Provincial Park offers glamping rooted in Indigenous tradition – paNOW
Jun 27, 2025 A new tipi village in Meadow Lake Provincial Park is aiming to draw tourists, create jobs and reconnect a community with its traditional territory. Waterhen Lake First Nation officially opened the Tipi Village at Waters Edge Eco Lodge on Thursday, following years of planning, delays and determination. “It does come full circle […]
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