Red River jig to be studied for health impacts

Red River jig to be studied for health impacts

For the first time in Canada, the Métis Red River jig will be studied to determine potential health impacts. Heather Foulds, an associate professor of kinesiology with the University of Saskatchewan  will examine what the benefits are on heart health, cardiovascular...
U of S College of Engineering opens Indigenous Resource Centre

U of S College of Engineering opens Indigenous Resource Centre

The University Of Saskatchewan’s College of Engineering has opened an Indigenous Resource Centre. “It’s intended to be a place where Indigenous students can meet and where we can hold programs for students and social events to give them a sense that they belong,” says...
Saskatoon team wins JRMCC fastball tournament

Saskatoon team wins JRMCC fastball tournament

La Ronge was the site of the JRMCC Men’s Fastball Tournament over the weekend. Six teams took part in the action and when the dust settled, the Saskatoon Merchants came out on top. The Merchants defeated the Regina Golden Hawks 3-2 and 2-0 in the...
U.S. rules Canadian uranium not a national security threat

U.S. rules Canadian uranium not a national security threat

After months of uncertainty, the United States government has determined that Canadian uranium imports do not pose a national security threat. The decision Saturday means there will be no new trade restrictions implemented on Cameco. “We’re obviously pleased that no...
Ice Wolves sign Ford

Ice Wolves sign Ford

The La Ronge Ice Wolves have signed 2000-born forward Kyle Ford for the upcoming season. Ford is from Calgary, AB and spent last season in the KIJHL with the Fernie Ghostriders. In 48 regular season games, Ford had 42 points and 65 penalty minutes. “I love being the...
Man dead following rollover at Montreal Lake

Man dead following rollover at Montreal Lake

RCMP say a 19-year-old man is dead following a rollover crash in Montreal Lake Friday afternoon. Mounties say the vehicle was travelling south on Bird Avenue in that community when it lost control and rolled shortly before 5:30 p.m. The passenger, a 17-year-old boy,...
La Ronge band mourns loss of respected elder

La Ronge band mourns loss of respected elder

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band is mourning the loss of one of its most highly respected elders. Jacob Ratt served in the capacities of employee, elected councillor and elder with the La Ronge band for 48 years. Ratt began working for LLRIB in 1971 as a carpenter, moving...
Wollaston Lake fishery closes, slashing 25 jobs

Wollaston Lake fishery closes, slashing 25 jobs

Job layoffs at the Northern Wild Fishery are having a rippling effect in Northern Saskatchewan. 20 people in Wollaston Lake, five in Prince Albert and the livelihoods of contributing fisherman, were immediately felt Thursday as the Fishery closed its doors. Anne...