MNS Provincial Funding Still on Hold

MNS Provincial Funding Still on Hold Wednesday, June 23, 2004 at 14:18     There’s still no timeline for the restoration of provincial funding to the Metis Nation of Saskatchewan despite a high level meeting yesterday between the province and the MNS.  ...

Researchers to Ask Elders About Herbal Remedies

Researchers to Ask Elders About Herbal Remedies Wednesday, June 23, 2004 at 14:16     First Nations elders in La Ronge and English River are being asked to share their knowledge and expertise this summer.   A group of scientists from the University of Saskatchewan is...

Court Rules Against Metis Sled Dog Owner

Court Rules Against Metis Sled Dog Owner Wednesday, June 23, 2004 at 14:02     A judge in Prince Albert has ordered a Metis sled dog owner to move his animals out of Duck Lake.   The ruling comes after months of bitter squabbling between the owner of the dogs, John...

Justice Reform Commission Releases Final Report

Justice Reform Commission Releases Final Report Tuesday, June 22, 2004 at 15:33     The Commission on First Nations and Metis Peoples and Justice Reform has released its final report.   After 2-and-a-half years of extensive consultations throughout the province, the...

FSIN Slams Justice Reform Commission Report

FSIN Slams Justice Reform Commission Report Tuesday, June 22, 2004 at 15:31     The Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations is not happy with the final report of the Commission on First Nations and Metis Peoples and Justice Reform.   FSIN vice chief Lawrence Joseph...

North Mentioned Often in Justice Reform Report

North Mentioned Often in Justice Reform Report Tuesday, June 22, 2004 at 15:30     Of the 122 recommendations contained in the final report of the Commission on First Nations and Metis people and Justice Reform, several specifically mention the North.   Commission...