FNUC President Has High Hopes For Review

FNUC President Has High Hopes For Review Monday, June 19, 2006 at 15:00     Members of a committee assigned to review the First Nations University of Canada will be welcomed with open arms, according to the institution’s president.   Charles Pratt says he...

MLTC Facing Health Funding Shortfall

MLTC Facing Health Funding Shortfall Monday, June 19, 2006 at 14:56     A $1-million shortfall in the Meadow Lake Tribal Council’s health operating budget could put the squeeze on some existing services.   Marie McCollam, the MLTC’s director of health,...

Loud Bang Rocks Turnor Lake

Loud Bang Rocks Turnor Lake Monday, June 19, 2006 at 14:50     It appears some low-flying fighter jets caused a bit of a stir in the Turnor Lake area last week.   Various reports from the community indicate a loud sonic boom was heard by several residents.   The local...

Long-Term Impact Of Diesel Spill Still Unclear

Long-Term Impact Of Diesel Spill Still Unclear Friday, June 16, 2006 at 13:42     A government expert on fuel spills says he’s not sure how long it will take to clean up the diesel on Wollaston Lake.   Brad Sigurdson of the province’s hazardous materials...

Oil Executive Answers Questions In La Loche

Oil Executive Answers Questions In La Loche Friday, June 16, 2006 at 13:29     The CEO for a fledgling oil company says he hopes exploration efforts can continue this summer in the La Loche area.   Chris Hopkins of Oilsands Quest attended an informational meeting in...

Calvert Continues Tour Of First Nations

Calvert Continues Tour Of First Nations Friday, June 16, 2006 at 13:21     Premier Lorne Calvert is visiting two more First Nations today as part of his ongoing bus tour.   He arrived at the Island Lake First Nation this morning, and toured the band’s health...