Sovereignty or Stewardship? The $28.7M Rift Dividing the FSIN

Sovereignty or Stewardship? The $28.7M Rift Dividing the FSIN

by | Apr 8, 2026

By John Wirth Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Alberta Native News The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) has been ordered by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) to repay $28.7 million in “ineligible and unsupported” expenses. FSIN is a Provincial...
Employee accused of $6M-plus fraud involving Guardians money

Employee accused of $6M-plus fraud involving Guardians money

by | Apr 7, 2026

By Claire McFarlane Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Cabin Radio An employee at a national non-profit is accused of fraud involving more than $6 million in public funds earmarked for Indigenous Guardians programming. The First Nations National Guardians Network,...
Regional Science Fair winners off to Edmonton for National Fair

Regional Science Fair winners off to Edmonton for National Fair

by | Apr 6, 2026

Photo: Michael Oleksyn/Daily Herald (L to R) Ella Fendelet and Jade Bremner are off to Edmonton after placing first and second at the Prince Albert and Northeast Regional Science Fair at the Prince Albert Science Centre on Tuesday. By Michael Oleksyn Local Journalism...
James Smith Cree Nation seeks answers on COVID-19 funds

James Smith Cree Nation seeks answers on COVID-19 funds

by | Apr 6, 2026

Photo: “When questions arise that involve our Nation, it is my duty to pursue the truth and ensure our membership is properly informed,” said Chief Kirby Constant. / Courtesy of James Smith Cree Nation By Nicole Goldsworthy Local Journalism Initiative Reporter...