by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
FSIN Giving More Say to First Nations Women Thursday, February 12, 2004 at 14:00 The Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations has taken a step to guarantee the voices of First Nations women are heard at the FSIN level. The federation’s legislative...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
Belanger Defends Departed Deputy Minister Thursday, February 12, 2004 at 13:58 Saskatchewan’s Northern Affairs minister seems to have a difference of opinion with northern leaders over where is the best place to base a deputy minister. Northern...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
Millions to be Made in Non-Timber Forest Products Thursday, February 12, 2004 at 13:48 Several experts in non-timber forest products are in Montreal Lake today to talk about how residents there can use the industry to supplement their income. Agrologist Gerry...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
Northern Man’s Jail Sentence Overturned Wednesday, February 11, 2004 at 13:31 The Saskatchewan Court of Appeal says a lower court should have taken a northern man’s Aboriginal background into consideration before sentencing him to jail time for his...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
Leaders Applaud Shuffle at Northern Affairs Wednesday, February 11, 2004 at 13:28 Northern leaders are welcoming news of a fairly significant change in the Northern Affairs department. Alan Parkinson is no longer the deputy minister of Northern Affairs —...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
Chiefs Vote Down Political Campaign Motion Wednesday, February 11, 2004 at 13:18 A resolution that would have allowed chiefs in the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations to enter politics without having to relinquish their titles was defeated in Prince Albert...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
Prince Albert Plays Host to FSIN Assembly Tuesday, February 10, 2004 at 13:34 For the first time in recent memory, the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations is holding a legislative assembly in Prince Albert. The FSIN’s 3-day winter session got...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
Metis Make Call for Cultural Sensitivity Training Tuesday, February 10, 2004 at 13:17 The Metis Nation of Saskatchewan feels there should be mandatory Aboriginal awareness training for anyone involved in the justice system. That was one of 151 recommendations...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
Preparations Underway for Link to Fort McMurray Monday, February 09, 2004 at 15:47 Business and community leaders in northwest Saskatchewan are trying to make sure they’re ready for the completion of a link connecting La Loche and Fort McMurray. Last week,...
by bryanorthner | Aug 2, 2010
Line-up Named for Northern Singing Showcase Monday, February 09, 2004 at 15:46 Fifteen performers from Northern Saskatchewan have been chosen to participate in the first ever “Talent of the North” show next month. Auditions were held this past...
