by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
Close Election Results Expected in Churchill River Monday, June 28, 2004 at 12:58 Just like the national scene, the election voting in Churchill River is expected to be a tight battle. Many are predicting a close 4-way race between incumbent MP Rick Laliberte...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
Fontaine Not Impressed With Election Campaign Monday, June 28, 2004 at 12:57 Assembly of First Nations national chief Phil Fontaine had plenty to say about the federal election campaign during his visit to Prince Albert last week. Fontaine was in the city on...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
English River Chief Denies Report of Casino Plans Monday, June 28, 2004 at 12:54 The chief of the English River First Nation says a report that the band is pursuing a casino development near Saskatoon is totally false. The report ran in Friday’s edition of...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
Water in Beaver River Cleared for Use Monday, June 28, 2004 at 12:51 Saskatchewan Environment says the Saskatchewan portion of the Beaver River is free from contamination. There were concerns about the safety of the water following news of an accidental release...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
Harrison Accuses Ducharme of Smear Campaign Wednesday, June 23, 2004 at 14:33 The Conservative Party candidate in Churchill River says he’s the victim of a smear campaign from Liberal candidate Al Ducharme. Jeremy Harrison is taking issue with radio ads...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
Northern Saskatchewan Firefighters Off to B.C. Wednesday, June 23, 2004 at 14:28 A number of forest firefighters from northern Saskatchewan are headed to B.C. to help with the fire situation in that province. Saskatchewan Environment is sending 40 Type I...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
Tribal Police Force Planned for Pelican Narrows Wednesday, June 23, 2004 at 14:25 Efforts are underway to develop a tribal police force at Pelican Narrows. The force would consist of trained band members who would have the same arrest powers as a peace officer...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
Wapawekka Sawmill to Re-Open Next Week Wednesday, June 23, 2004 at 14:20 A First Nations-owned sawmill is set to re-open its doors after a seven-month shutdown. Employees at Wapawekka lumber have already begun re-training this week in anticipation of next...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
MNS Provincial Funding Still on Hold Wednesday, June 23, 2004 at 14:18 There’s still no timeline for the restoration of provincial funding to the Metis Nation of Saskatchewan despite a high level meeting yesterday between the province and the MNS. ...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
Researchers to Ask Elders About Herbal Remedies Wednesday, June 23, 2004 at 14:16 First Nations elders in La Ronge and English River are being asked to share their knowledge and expertise this summer. A group of scientists from the University of Saskatchewan is...
