First Nations

How sediment could solve the water issues at Cumberland House

It's been nearly a week since a State of Emergency was declared by two northeast Saskatchewan communities, saying they're running out of water. The emergency declaration is still in effect for Cumberl...

Oct 25, 2023

FNUniv holds Fall Convocation in Prince Albert

More than 100 students walked across the stage as they celebrated their recent graduation from the First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv).Students from all campuses came together in Prince Albert...

Oct 23, 2023

High school completion, income levels increasing for First Nations peoples: StatCan

Status First Nations people in Canada have seen some improvement in several key aspects of daily life, Statistics Canada has found, citing gains in areas ranging from household income levels to intern...

Oct 22, 2023

LLRIB part of nutrition, health and environment research project

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band is participating in a Canadian research study that will examine the nutrition, health and environment of First Nations children and youth aged three to 19. A special openi...

Oct 20, 2023

New highway sign to be erected near La Ronge marking Treaty 6, 10 boundary

A new sign will be erected at Highway 2/102 near La Ronge to mark the Treaty 6-Treaty 10 boundary.That's according to a media release issued by the provincial government on Thursday. It states a cerem...

Oct 19, 2023

Low water levels prompt State of Emergency for Village of Cumberland House and Cree Nation

A northern Saskatchewan village and First Nation says there's insufficient water and are now in a State of Emergency.The Metis Nation-Saskatchewan along with Cumberland House and Cumberland House Cree...

Oct 19, 2023

Red Pheasant Cree Nation breaks ground on 17-unit retail project

It was a proud day for Red Pheasant Cree Nation on Wednesday when the community held an official sod-turning ceremony to mark the start of its new commercial development.It's being called "Eagles Land...

Oct 18, 2023

Residential school monument damaged in La Ronge

A monument in honour of residential school survivors and the ones who didn't make it home was vandalized in La Ronge this week. The monument marks the spot of two residential schools, including the Al...

Oct 18, 2023

'Shaken us to the core': Sask. First Nation says more support needed as violent crimes rise

Following the death of a teenager and growing concerns around violence, a Saskatchewan First Nation is pleading for help to ensure its residents feel safe again.On Oct. 1, a 17-year-old boy was found ...

Oct 18, 2023

Sask. First Nation declares state of emergency following death of teen in Deschambault Lake

A Saskatchewan First Nation said it is in mourning after the death of a teenager in Deschambault Lake and is declaring a state of emergency.Earlier this month, a 17-year-old was found deceased in Desc...

Oct 17, 2023