The Northern Saskatchewan Trappers’ Association kicked off its annual general assembly today in Prince Albert.
A number of topics are scheduled to be addressed at the two-day event, including the future direction of the organization.
The NSTA wants to re-examine its vision and find out more ways of helping younger trappers getting started in the lifestyle.
One official notes multiple trappers’ cabins currently sit empty in the north — and that has to change.
A review of the association’s bylaws is scheduled for this afternoon, while a presentation on self-determination is set for tomorrow.
A deputy minister from the provincial government is also scheduled to address the delegates, and one chief attending the conference says the province must be pressed over its handling of the duty to consult process.
There is also a view among some delegates that if trappers don’t get more proactive, they could someday find ‘no trespassing’ signs going up in areas frequented by commercial operators.