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B’ball allows Linklater to advocate for Indigenous culture – SaskToday.ca
Linklater came to prominence in the sport when he was a key member of the University of Saskatchewan Huskie men’s basketball team. YORKTON – Michael Linklater might not be the first person one thinks of in terms of Canadian basketball, but his resume suggests he probably should be a person at least coming to mind. Linklater […]
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Cowessess First Nation chief to lead national advisory committee – meadowlakeNOW
Feb 22, 2023 Cowessess First Nation Chief Cadmus Delorme has been tasked with heading up the preservation of documents related to residential schools. Delorme previously announced he wouldn’t be seeking re-election as Chief of the Saskatchewan First Nation in its April election. On Tuesday, he was named chairperson of the new Residential School Documents Advisory […]
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Indigenous storyteller shares about finding identity through storytelling – paNOW
Feb 22, 2023 As Aboriginal Storytelling Month continues, those who have taken part in events throughout the province are sharing why the month is important to them. For Curtis Peeteetuce, honouring Aboriginal Storytelling is so much more than what the month offers. It’s about the custom of Indigenous Storytelling and its importance. Peeteetuce teaches the […]
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A discussion on TRC Calls to Action on inclusion of Indigenous communities in sport – CBC
Feb 22, 2023 The 2023 Saskatchewan Winter Games Culture Committee presents: CBC moderator Bryan Eneas explores the topic of Indigenous participation in sport with keynote speaker Sydney Daniels, the Winnipeg Jets’ first female scout. Read More: https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/2174806595864
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FSIN calls for appointment of Indigenous RCMP commissioner to combat systemic racism – Prince Albert Daily Herald
February 21, 2023 The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nation (FSIN) is calling for the Royal Canadian Mounts Police (RCMP) to appoint a First Nations individual as the 25t” RCMP Commissioner following the current commissioner’s retirement. “We’d like to call upon the Prime Minister of Canada and those in power with the RCMP to appoint a […]
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Cowessess First Nation Chief Delorme appointed chair of residential school documents committee – CTV News
Feb. 21, 2023 Chief Cadmus Delorme of Cowessess First Nation, will serve as the chairperson of the new “Residential School Documents Advisory Committee.” The decision was made in a joint announcement by the Ministry of Crown-Indigenous Relations and the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) on Tuesday. The committee’s role will be to “develop […]
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Youth Corrections Lodge Donated to Thunderchild First Nation – SK Government
For Fred Tarr and Ira Horse, saving space for youth to reconnect with traditional First Nations culture has been a profound personal and professional quest. The pair worked together in youth corrections at the former North Battleford Youth Centre (NBYC) and were a driving force to get the cultural lodge from that site donated to […]
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Saskatchewan RCMP hold 3-day recruiting session for Indigenous applicants – GX94 Radio
Feb 20, 2023 Several Indigenous people in Saskatchewan attended a three day recruiting session held by the Saskatchewan RCMP. 36 individuals of Indigenous descent, from as far north as Stony Rapids to the southwest of Maple Creek, travelled to Regina to work on the initial stages of their RCMP officer application. Over the three days, […]
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Northeast Métis elders meet to discuss Library on Wheels project – SaskToday.ca
Feb 16, 2023 TISDALE — Métis elders based in the Northeast gathered to discuss their Library on Wheels project, health, Gabriel Dumont Institute and roundtable discussions. The Métis Nation Saskatchewan Eastern Region II Elders’ Branch Gathering was held in Tisdale on Feb. 8. The meeting was co-ordinated by Métis Nation Saskatchewan Eastern Region II. Brent […]
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Canada Post Community Community Foundation Grants – northeastNOW
Feb 16, 2023 The Canada Post Community Foundation has officially opened its application period for the 2023 grants. The Canada Post Community Foundation provides grants up to $25,000 to Canadian schools, charities and community organizations that make a difference in the lives of children and youth. There are also up to three $50,000 Signature Grants […]
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