by MBC News | Dec 9, 2022
More pressure is being applied to the federal government to either change or scrap proposed gun reform legislation. Critics of Bill C-21 allege the handgun ban has turned into a grab for shotguns and rifles, legitimately used for hunting, trapping and subsistence....
by MBC News | Dec 9, 2022
By Shari Narine, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Windspeaker.com Emotions ran high as Chiefs acknowledged that tragedy could impact every First Nation because of the lack of local police and mental health services. “Any one of our First Nations communities could...
by MBC News | Dec 9, 2022
Some work is underway in the far north to prepare for the opening of winter roads. Steve Shaheen, senior communications consultant with the Ministry of Highways said workers have been doing some work on land where possible. “The first 50 kilometers from Stony to...
by MBC News | Dec 7, 2022
The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations is calling for the provincial government to withdraw the Saskatchewan First Act, claiming it is unconstitutional. “There hasn’t been any duty to consult, there hasn’t been a proper process when it comes...
by MBC News | Dec 5, 2022
By Roman Hayter The Muscowpetung Saulteaux Nation’s proposed new cultural center has already received international attention. The Powwow Arbour’s mission is to strengthen traditions, promote the Saulteaux culture, and provide possibilities for the...
by MBC News | Dec 2, 2022
By Roman Hayter The community of La Loche recently held a ceremony with Saskatchewan Polytechnic to celebrate the achievements of their collaborative virtual reality wellness initiative. The research partnership began in 2020 with a focus on addressing disparities in...