Students from Chief Ahtahkakoop School are taking part in a 140-kilometre journey to Fort Carlton as part of efforts to commemorate the upcoming 150th anniversary of Treaty 6.
The five-day walk began June 15 and will conclude June 19 with an arrival ceremony at Fort Carlton Provincial Historic Park near Duck Lake.
Organizers say the trek serves as a living classroom, allowing youth to connect with the history and significance of Treaty 6 while participating in land-based learning and cultural teachings.
Students, educators and Indigenous leaders are taking part in the journey, which includes daily mentorship circles and traditional protocols guided by local Elders.
“This commemorative walk is an incredible opportunity for our youth to step out of the classroom and connect with the foundational history of this land,” said organizer Eleonore R. Maurice.
“By walking in the spirit of reconciliation, our students are not just studying a historical timeline—they are honoring a living agreement, learning our shared responsibilities, and ensuring that the promises of Treaty 6 continue to thrive for generations to come.”
Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation Chief Larry Ahenakew said the walk helps strengthen young people’s connection to their identity and Treaty responsibilities.
“The community is so pleased to see our youth walking the same ground as our ancestors,” Ahenakew said. “This journey demonstrates that Treaty education is not only about learning history—it is about living those teachings and building a stronger future together.”
The event is part of broader efforts across Saskatchewan to recognize the 150th anniversary of Treaty 6 on August 20-23.