First Nations

Hall Lake evacuees allowed to return as Wistigo fire poses no current threat

Residents of Hall Lake have been given the go ahead to return to their homes. Approximately 230 residents evacuated the community on May 16 as smoke from the Wistigo Lake fire, which is still uncontai...

May 25, 2023

Jagmeet Singh says housing first priority at FSIN Assembly

NDP federal leader Jagmeet Singh shared his thoughts about the importance of protecting Indigenous language, as well the need to fight for housing, healthcare, jobs and a shared prosperity during his ...

May 24, 2023

Jagmeet Singh visits Wahpeton Dakota Nation, hears from Indigenous leaders

The leader of the federal NDP has heard from First Nations leaders in Saskatchewan and wants them to know his party is listening to their greatest needs.Jagmeet Singh was in North Battleford Wednesday...

May 24, 2023

No changes coming to liquor store hours after opposition from FSIN, LLRIB, PAGC

A bylaw amendment in La Ronge to increase the hours of operation for liquor retailers failed to pass a third reading following opposition from First Nations bands and organizations. The final vote to ...

May 24, 2023

First Nation Chief grateful for outpouring of supporting for evacuees

The Chief of a northern Saskatchewan First Nation is extremely grateful to the City of Lloydminster for supporting hundreds of community members who fled their homes.Buffalo River Dene Nation and the ...

May 19, 2023

Ground-penetrating radar search underway near former site of Battleford Industrial School

Mosquito, Grizzly Bear's Head, Lean Man First Nation (MGBHLM) is having ground- penetrating radar (GPR) search work completed on its property to look for potential unmarked children's graves.The searc...

May 19, 2023

Indigenous education program celebrates first graduating class

The inaugural graduation class of the Northern Saskatchewan Indigenous Teacher Education Program (NSITEP) will undoubtedly go on the make a huge impact in their home communities. During a ceremony hel...

May 19, 2023

Investigation into death of young Prince Albert boy finds fault with police response

Nearly 14 months after the death of a young child in Prince Albert, the Saskatchewan Public Complaints Commission has released its findings and found neglect of duty by officers of the Prince Albert P...

May 18, 2023

Lloydminster supporting 800 wildfire evacuees, says resources are at capacity

Hundreds of wildfire evacuees are still spending their nights in hotel rooms as they wait for any word on when they can return. During an update on Wednesday, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SP...

May 17, 2023

Hall Lake evacuees find refuge in Prince Albert

A partial evacuation of Hall Lake, which began Tuesday afternoon, has resulted in 233 residents leaving for Prince Albert. "We did have a concern with the fire yesterday. We had a crossover with the h...

May 17, 2023