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FSIN Reaffirms Opposition to the Saskatchewan First Act and Seeks Inclusion in Resource Revenue sharing from Natural Resources
March 16, 2023 Treaty 6 Territory, Saskatoon SK – The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) reaffirms its opposition to the Saskatchewan First Act and is calling on the province of Saskatchewan to recognize First Nations Inherent and Treaty rights to natural resources. FSIN, under the direction of Chiefs within the province, reaffirmed their commitment […]
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Statement for Vice President Michelle LeClair on the Passage of the Saskatchewan First Act:
“Today, the Saskatchewan government chose to ignore the voice of the Métis Nation and our citizens by passing the short-sighted, dismissive Saskatchewan First Act. To say that we are profoundly disappointed by the passage of this bill would be an understatement. The Métis Nation–Saskatchewan has been very direct and vocal in our opposition to the […]
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Province Passes Saskatchewan First Act
March 16, 2023 Today, the Government of Saskatchewan passed The Saskatchewan First Act, which defends the province’s economic autonomy and potential from federal overreach. The Saskatchewan First Act amends the Constitution of Saskatchewan to clearly confirm Saskatchewan’s autonomy and assert Saskatchewan’s exclusive legislative jurisdiction under Section 92 (A) of the Constitution of Canada over a […]
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Minister Hutchings announces investments in business growth and community improvement projects across Saskatchewan
From: Prairies Economic Development Canada 180 jobs supported through PrairiesCan investments of over $10.2 million in agri-food and advanced manufacturing innovation, and community revitalization March 16, 2023 – Saskatoon, Saskatchewan – PrairiesCan Saskatchewan is a global leader in agriculture and food processing, and home to world-class advanced manufacturing solutions companies that are helping feed Canadians […]
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Minister Boissonnault announces investments for tourism experiences across Saskatchewan
From: Prairies Economic Development Canada Over $5.8 million for projects that encourage residents and visitors to explore vibrant destinations across Saskatchewan March 16, 2023 There are more reasons than ever to explore Saskatchewan. From unique outdoor adventures and lively urban experiences to opportunities to learn about the history, culture and tradition of Indigenous Peoples who […]
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Minister Wilkinson Announces New Support for the Métis Nation – Saskatchewan Energy Advisors
From: Natural Resources Canada March 15, 2023 Canada is committed to strengthening its collaboration with Indigenous Peoples as partners in climate action. According to the International Energy Agency, energy efficiency measures could bring the world one-third of the way toward the Paris 2030 targets and help us reach net-zero emissions by 2050. The Government of […]
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Media Advisory – Minister Hutchings to announce investments for business growth and community development across Saskatchewan
From: Prairies Economic Development Canada March 15, 2023 – Saskatoon, Saskatchewan – The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, will announce investments in a number of Saskatchewan projects that will benefit communities, grow businesses and create jobs. Minister Hutchings will be joined by Mehmet Tulbek from the Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre, Heidi […]
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SIGA donates $100,000 to Emergency Wellness Centre
Today Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority President and CEO Zane Hansen presented a donation of $100,000 to Saskatoon Tribal Council’s Emergency Wellness Centre. Tribal Chief Mark Arcand received the donation during a press conference at the EWC. “Homelessness is a community problem and SIGA wants to be part of the solution. Stepping up to help the […]
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The Canada Infrastructure Bank invests $27.3 million in Indigenous-owned wastewater treatment facility near Saskatoon
SASKATOON, SK, March 15, 2023 – Today, the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) and English River First Nation (ERFN), through their economic development arm Des Nedhe Group, announced financial close on a $27.3 million financing agreement. The CIB is extending the loan towards a new wastewater treatment facility and critical infrastructure on ERFN’s Grasswoods Urban Reserve […]
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Métis Nation–Saskatchewan invests $1.5 million in northern housing
March 14, 2023 – Recognizing the need for housing solutions in all Regions of the province, Métis Nation–Saskatchewan (MN–S) is responding with an investment in Northern Region III (NRIII). In an effort to meet some of the area’s more immediate needs, MN–S will contribute $1.5 million dollars to the NRIII Regional Housing Strategy. In partnership […]
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