First Nations

Alberta First Nations appeal suspension of environmental monitoring in oilpatch

EDMONTON - Three northern Alberta First Nations want to appeal the province's decision to suspend environmental monitoring in the oilpatch. The Mikisew Cree First Nation, the Fort McKay First Nat...

Jun 08, 2020

Using Indigenous knowledge as a blueprint for success

A new report from the Aboriginal Friendship Centres of Saskatchewan (AFCS) lays out a blueprint for Indigenous women's success.Honouring Her Spark: A Saskatchewan Indigenous Women's Economic Framework...

Jun 05, 2020

Filmmaker from Tisdale produces film in hopes of fostering connection in youth

A young filmmaker originally from Tisdale is hoping to teach young people about real connection in a time of technology addiction.Cheyanna Kid created her animated film with a $10,000 grant through of...

Jun 04, 2020

Bernatchez has big plans for Sucker River

New Sucker River Coun. Devin Bernatchez has big plans for the community, but his first priority going into office is protecting local residents from COVID-19. "We have been dealt a hand we have never ...

Jun 03, 2020

Charles seeks to expand recreational opportunities as Stanley Mission councillor

At 29 years old, Jimmy Charles believes he can be a new, young voice in Stanley Mission as a recently elected councillor."I'm extremely happy with the support I got," he said. "I want to say a big tha...

Jun 02, 2020

Federal delay of MMIWG action plan sparks dismay ahead of inquiry anniversary

OTTAWA - Disheartened, disappointed, disbelieving. But still determined. Indigenous women and leaders fighting to end violence against Indigenous women in Canada say that's how they feel about Wednesd...

Jun 02, 2020

Cook-Searson reacts to campaign win

Lac La Ronge Indian Band (LLRIB) Chief Tammy Cook-Searson believes it was a challenging campaign due to the coronavirus pandemic that intensified during the election period."We started the campaign on...

May 29, 2020

P.A. RCMP called to Muskoday First Nation after shots fired

Prince Albert RCMP took one person into custody after being called out to Muskoday First Nation Friday.Sgt. Brian Kelly told paNOW officers were called to the area this afternoon after gunshots were f...

May 22, 2020

Federal government providing support for Indigenous groups, friendship centres

The Government of Canada is making funding available to organizations working with Indigenous people living in urban areas.Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the federal government will contribut...

May 21, 2020

Promotion of Cree language and culture continues online despite pandemic

Even though the coronavirus has been a disruption to so many aspects of life, residents of La Ronge are still finding ways to promote First Nations language and culture.Two locally produced videos hav...

May 21, 2020