Tinker Calls For More Action On Disability Issues

Tinker Calls For More Action On Disability Issues Monday, September 14, 2009 at 13:17     A long-time advocate for the rights of disabled northerners says he’s “tired of talking” — it’s time for action.   Gary Tinker’s historic...

Francophones Invited To Back To Batoche Event

Francophones Invited To Back To Batoche Event Monday, September 14, 2009 at 12:11     Francophones have been invited to attend the next Back to Batoche Days Metis celebration in Batoche.   That invitation was extended Sunday in North Battleford, during the last day of...

Train Collision Victim Identified

Train Collision Victim Identified Friday, September 11, 2009 at 15:17     A Muskowekwan man with ties to both the Kawacatoose and Gordon First Mations has been named as the victim in yesterday’s train/vehicle collision.   Preston Worm, 25, passed away after his...

Canada’s Vote Against UN Declaration Discussed

Canada’s Vote Against UN Declaration Discussed Friday, September 11, 2009 at 14:14     The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples was the topic at last night’s Amnesty International meeting in Regina.   The meeting was to discuss...

Fire And Recreation Programs Get Federal Cash

Fire And Recreation Programs Get Federal Cash Friday, September 11, 2009 at 14:12     The federal government is doling out money to help develop fire programs and improve recreational facilities in northern Saskatchewan.   Close to $3-million is being directed to the...

Feds Withholding Aboriginal-Targeted Cash: Liberal

Feds Withholding Aboriginal-Targeted Cash: Liberal Friday, September 11, 2009 at 14:11     The Liberal critic for Indian Affairs says the Conservative government is sitting on millions of dollars in funding for Aboriginal people.   Labador MP Todd Russell says...