Aboriginal Employment Numbers Not Looking Good

Aboriginal Employment Numbers Not Looking Good Wednesday, December 17, 2008 at 14:27     A Saskatchewan cabinet minister says he’s aware a recent report paints a troubled picture for Aboriginal employment numbers in the province.   According to Statistics...

Feds May Aid Mining Industry

Feds May Aid Mining Industry Wednesday, December 17, 2008 at 14:25     The mining world is abuzz with news the federal government is thinking of offering aid to the industry to help it deal with global economic turmoil.   Pam Schwann of the Saskatchewan Mining...

Northern Man Accused Of Shooting Woman In Face

Northern Man Accused Of Shooting Woman In Face Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at 13:21     Sources say the woman shot in the face in northern Saskatchewan this past weekend managed to call for help on her cellphone after being abandoned in a remote cabin.   The...

Metis Leader “Saddened” By Mountie’s Exhumation

Metis Leader “Saddened” By Mountie’s Exhumation Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at 13:17     The remains of a Metis Mountie were exhumed from their resting place in Lac la Biche, Alberta yesterday — prompting the leader of the Metis National Council...

Fuel Spill Trial Might Still Be Held In Wollaston

Fuel Spill Trial Might Still Be Held In Wollaston Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at 12:53     A government official says there is still a chance a trial for a First Nation accused of causing a fuel spill two years ago could take place in the far north.   Roughly 6,000...

Federal Politicians Warming Up To Far North Roads

Federal Politicians Warming Up To Far North Roads Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at 12:42     Saskatchewan Highways Minister Wayne Elhard says he is optimistic Ottawa will help build an all-weather road network in the province’s far north.   Elhard says he talked...