by MBC News | Apr 26, 2013
Moving large amounts of data over the Internet in northeastern Saskatchewan just got a whole lot easier. SaskTel, SaskPower and Cameco announced a $30 million infrastructure upgrade Friday morning that will vastly improve high speed Internet service from La Ronge to...
by MBC News | Apr 26, 2013
Aboriginal youth from across the province are the focus of a new research project aimed at improving their health. The $750,000 three-year project goes far beyond physical illness to include things like building confidence and self-esteem. The target is aboriginal...
by MBC News | Apr 26, 2013
Motorists driving to Cumberland House can give themselves a pat on the back when they reach their destination. They’ve officially driven on the worst road in Saskatchewan. CAA unveiled its top 10 list of the worst roads to drive on this morning. Spokeswoman...
by MBC News | Apr 26, 2013
Saskatchewan’s Aboriginal Community will be well-represented tonight at a medal ceremony in Saskatoon. Senator Lillian Dyck will be handing out Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medals to 26 individuals, the majority of whom are First Nations or Metis. Winners include Dr....
by MBC News | Apr 26, 2013
Maria Campbell has been researching and writing about Indigenous issues for most of her life – now she wants a little help from Saskatchewan educators. The Metis author was honored yesterday at the Awasis Aboriginal Education Conference for her contributions to...
by MBC News | Apr 26, 2013
Preparations continue to march along for this year’s First Nations Summer Games. The Muskoday First Nation is hosting this year’s event in partnership with Prince Albert and Birch Hills. The games run from July 15-19. Games marketing coordinator Dean Bear...
by MBC News | Apr 25, 2013
The province is mourning the loss of an FSIN senator. Aubrey Goforth, a former chief of the Peepeekisis First Nation and long-time advocate of treaty and inherent rights, passed away on Monday. The FSIN says he was surrounded by family and friends and went peacefully....
by MBC News | Apr 25, 2013
The president of the Saskatchewan Government and General Employees Union says he doubts eliminating 38 staff members who man northern fire towers will really bring much benefit to northern Saskatchewan. Bob Bymoen is criticizing the government’s decision to...
by MBC News | Apr 25, 2013
The red carpet is being rolled out for Saskatchewan’s worst roads. Voting wraps up at midnight tonight for the CAA’s annual campaign which highlights some of the worst roads the province has to offer motorists. Potholes, broken asphalt and huge bumps are...
by MBC News | Apr 25, 2013
A few changes are on the way for wild rice harvesters in the province’s north. The 28th Annual Conference of the Saskatchewan Wild Rice Council was held Wednesday in La Ronge. One resolution which was passed will see future annual meetings held on the weekend so...
