The Saskatoon Tribal Council (STC) is looking to get people talking about the importance of implementing the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) calls to action. On Monday tribal council chief Mark Arcand walked in Saskatoon along circle drive to raise awareness...
A new program at Saskatchewan Polytechnic will teach Indigenous leadership skills to Indigenous and non-Indigenous people. The online Indigenous Leadership Skills applied certificate was announced at the beginning of June. The 240 hours of material utilizes case...
The Archdiocese of Regina confirms the Father Hugonard statue will be removed. “Conversations have been taking place regarding the statue regularly over the past week or so. The group of affected parties, which includes Star Blanket First Nation, the town, and...
A woman from the Muscowpetung Saulteaux Nation is hoping to inspire Indigenous students into careers in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields through her business. Dawn Pratt, the founder of Askenootow STEM Enterprises, started the company last...
A man from La Ronge has been charged after leaving the scene of a collision. Darwin Venne, 29, was in a car with two others travelling northbound on Highway #2 in Air Ronge when the vehicle he was driving struck a motorcyclist going southbound. The collision happened...
By: Nick Pearce, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The StarPhoenix One of Saskatchewan’s most far-flung settlements is inching closer to clean drinking water. Uranium City residents hope the promised improvements to the community’s water treatment...
The Lac La Ronge Indian Band has seized the assets of a local retailer for back taxes owing of more than $3 million. Band officials closed down Meechewin Place on Thursday which is located on one of the La Ronge reserves. The store and gas bar was operated by Henry...
Prince Albert RCMP say five men have been taken into custody after an alleged assault in Little Red River Thursday morning. Police say four male suspects entered a residence and assaulted a male victim. It is believed at least one of the suspects had a weapon. The...
La Ronge RCMP say they have charged 20 people with more than 50 offences including drug trafficking, possession of illegal firearms and possession of the proceeds of crime. The charges stem from infractions committed in the first five months of this year. Police say...
The Cumberland House Cree Nation is asserting its traditional rights over the Saskatchewan River Delta. The First Nation made a special declaration Thursday morning to protect and sustain the area in northeastern Saskatchewan. The wetlands are home to a number of...
