S Politics
PoliticsText
Speaking the language of reconciliation – Canada.com
Indigenous languages compose rich foundation of Canadian history April 11, 2017 “I was angry at my grandparents for a long time.” Onowa McIvor grew up in northern Saskatchewan, where her grandparents feared prejudice against indigenous peoples and did everything they could to bury their Cree roots. They refused to teach the language to their children […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MorePoliticsText
No need for municipal tax hikes: Saskatchewan premier says after budget cuts – CP
Source: The Canadian Press Apr 10, 2017 By Jennifer Graham THE CANADIAN PRESS REGINA _ Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall says municipal tax hikes aren’t necessary and that cities or towns could dip into their reserves to cover their budget shortfalls. “I would note that many of them have huge reserves,” Wall said Monday during question period in […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MorePoliticsText
OTC: David Arnot receives citizen of the year award
At the end of March, David Arnot received his CTV Saskatoon Citizen of the Year award at a reception attended by the community. The Office of the Treaty Commissioner representatives were there to celebrate the man who was the second Treaty Commissioner in Saskatoon from January 1997 to 2007. During Arnot’s time as Treaty Commissioner […]
by pmnationtalk on
Read MorePoliticsText
FSIN: Oliver Cameron Devoted his Life to Betterment of First Nations People
The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nation’s Executive, Elders, Veterans, Staff and Senate extend their condolences to the family of Oliver Cameron, who passed away suddenly on March 29. Cameron, best known as OC throughout the territories, was born on November 17, 1944 on the Beardy’s & Okemasis First Nation. He grew up on Beardy’s and […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MorePoliticsText
NUPGE: Saskatchewan government not listening to northerners
“If government has any respect for northerners’ right to make choices about northern education, this is the time to show it. Imposing decisions that run contrary to the needs of local people is not a responsible way forward.” — Bob Bymoen, SGEU President Regina (29 March 2017) — The government of Saskatchewan continues to ignore […]
by pmnationtalk on
Read MorePoliticsText
Saskatchewan budget makes life harder, more expensive, more isolated for rural people, says NFU
(Saskatoon, March 24, 2017) – “The government of Saskatchewan’s 2017 budget will make life more difficult for farmers and other rural residents while giving corporations and the extractive industries unnecessary tax breaks,” said Cam Goff, Hanley-area farmer and National Farmers Union 2nd Vice President. “With just over a million people in a province that is […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MorePoliticsText
Prime Minister announces support for high-quality, affordable child care across the country
March 29, 2017 Canadians deserve the opportunity to raise their families the way they want, but far too many do not have access to the high-quality, affordable child care they need. With increased support for early learning and child care, more Canadian parents can pursue new opportunities to work and learn, and build a better […]
by pmnationtalk on
Read MorePoliticsText
Premier Brad Wall invites Calgary energy companies to relocate to Saskatchewan – CP
Source: The Canadian Press Mar 29, 2017 By Dan Healing THE CANADIAN PRESS CALGARY _ Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall is taking a turf war with Alberta to its economic heart, inviting energy companies based in Calgary to move their headquarters to his province. In a letter to Whitecap Resources (TSX:WCP) dated Monday, Wall offers to subsidize relocation […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MorePoliticsText
Tourism versus environment: Development in Rocky Mountain national parks – CP
Source: The Canadian Press Mar 29, 2017 10:50 Parks Canada is proposing an $86-million bike trail in Jasper National Park that would run from the Jasper townsite to the Columbia Icefields. The agency says it’s an opportunity to expand visitor experiences and bring new people to the parks. Environmental groups call it another chip off the park’s environmental […]
by pmnationtalk on
Read MorePoliticsText
Itinerary for Wednesday, March 29, 2017
Itinerary for the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, for Wednesday, March 29, 2017: Winnipeg, Manitoba 10:45 a.m. The Prime Minister will highlight Budget 2017 investments in child care. A media availability will follow. South Y 5 Fermor Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba Notes for media: Media should arrive no later than 10:15 a.m. Open coverage for visit of […]
by pmnationtalk on
Read More