Leaders Applaud Shuffle at Northern Affairs

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 —...

Chiefs Vote Down Political Campaign Motion

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...

Prince Albert Plays Host to FSIN Assembly

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...

Metis Make Call for Cultural Sensitivity Training

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...

Preparations Underway for Link to Fort McMurray

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,...

Line-up Named for Northern Singing Showcase

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...