First Nations

Star Diamond takes over Rio Tinto shares in Fort à la Corne mine

With a recent announcement by Saskatoon-based Star Diamond that they have worked out a deal with Rio Tinto over control of the Fort la Corne mine northeast of Prince Albert, company CEO Ewan Mason sai...

Dec 01, 2023

Hip hop and spoken word poetry celebrated by Sask. Indigenous artist

Hip hop, poetry and Saskatchewan roots will collide in an upcoming episode of the TV series 'Amplify,' which features Indigenous musicians.The episode, titled "Celebration," features Zoey Roy, a Dene,...

Dec 01, 2023

Liberal minister to testify after heated testimony from Métis, First Nations groups

As Indigenous leaders engage in heated debate over a federal bill that would formalize several Mtis self-governance agreements, the Liberal minister for Crown-Indigenous relations is expected to face ...

Nov 30, 2023

'They are people': Sask advocates say not enough being done for mental health and addictions

Some advocates for mental health and addiction say not enough is being done to address the issue as they mark the National Week for Addictions Awareness.According to the Canadian Centre on Substance U...

Nov 23, 2023

'This is my life': Buffy Sainte-Marie pushes against doubts over Indigenous ancestry

Buffy Sainte-Marie is pushing back on a news report that questions her Indigenous heritage, maintaining she has never lied about her identity. The iconic singer, songwriter and activist says the recen...

Nov 23, 2023

First Nations decisions on tourism on Indigenous land must be respected: minister

Canada's new tourism minister said Indigenous rights and decision-making must be respected in how the country operates and develops its tourist industry, which may present unique opportunities for Abo...

Nov 18, 2023

Feds launch $10M program for small businesses in Indigenous tourism

VANCOUVER - The federal government has launched a $10-million program to provide grants to small businesses involved in Indigenous tourism across Canada.The fund, to be administered by the Indigenous ...

Nov 17, 2023

Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan names nominees for provincial awards

Individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to multiculturalism in Saskatchewan, will be recognized later this month during the Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan (MCoS) ...

Nov 15, 2023

Cree actor hopes to inspire Indigenous people to pursue career in film and media

A new podcast that will launch later this month from Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation actor Joel Montgrand is meant to serve as an inspiration for Indigenous Peoples to pursue a career in film and media. ...

Nov 15, 2023

'Music is powerful': First-ever Saskatchewan Indigenous Music Awards wraps up a success

After years of dreaming, wishing, planning and preparing, Indigenous musicians in Saskatchewan finally had their moment in the spotlight.The first-ever Saskatchewan Indigenous Music Awards took the st...

Nov 13, 2023