Land deal strengthens ties between Battleford and Poundmaker Cree Nation

A recent land purchase near the town of Battleford is being welcomed as a positive step for the community.

Poundmaker Cree Nation’s recent purchase of farmland located on the south corridor of Battle River comes as exciting news for Mayor Ames Leslie. 

“Anytime we can have a new partner willing to invest in the town of Battleford and purchase land for future developments, it’s a good day. When it’s one of our neighboring Indigenous communities who are looking to expand, it’s even better,” he said. 

Leslie added that this purchase is part of an ongoing relationship with the First Nation.