The James Smith Cree Nation (JSCN) has signed a Band Council Resolution (BCR) inviting the Saskatchewan Marshals Service (SMS) onto its traditional lands, marking a new step in collaborative policing efforts.
Under the agreement, the SMS will work alongside the RCMP to focus on apprehending individuals with outstanding warrants and addressing priority crime concerns in the community.
“This relationship represents another meaningful step forward in building trust, collaboration and culturally informed policing in Saskatchewan as we work together to make our communities safer,” Community Safety Minister Michael Weger said.
A key component of the agreement is a commitment to culturally responsive policing and increasing Indigenous representation within the SMS by reducing barriers and creating recruitment pathways.
“Today is a great day as we continue to engage with the communities we serve and the police of jurisdictions operating in those communities,” Chief Marshal Robert Cameron said. “We are committed to engaging with all First Nations across Saskatchewan to enhance public safety.”
JSCN Chief Kirby Constant said the agreement reflects a strong and respectful partnership.
“This Band Council Resolution solidifies our relationship with the Saskatchewan Marshals Service,” Constant said. “We appreciate their consultative approach and look forward to working with them and the RCMP to improve safety in our nation.”
The SMS has been operational since spring 2025 and continues to expand its presence, with additional agreements already in place and more expected with First Nations across Saskatchewan.
SMS has received BCRs with Montreal Lake Cree Nation, One Arrow First Nation and English River First Nation, and it is anticipating that an additional 15 BCRs will be developed with First Nations by the end of June 2026.