Canada settles claims with 15 Saskatchewan First Nations

Canada settles claims with 15 Saskatchewan First Nations

(Photo: Minister Gary Anandasangaree and several Sasakatchewan Chiefs-provided by the Government of Canada) Crown Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Minister Gary Anandasangaree visited Wanuskewin Heritage Park today along with several First Nations leaders for...
Renowned Métis musician finishes making his 100th fiddle

Renowned Métis musician finishes making his 100th fiddle

(Photo: John Arcand and his handmade fiddles-Johnarcand.com) John Arcand is Métis and originally from Debden, he started playing the fiddle at six years old, with coaching from his father and grandfather.   “That was before the days of power and radio, thats all we...
American fined for illegal outfitting operation on Cree Lake

American fined for illegal outfitting operation on Cree Lake

Conservation officers in the northern part of the province conducted a three-year investigation on an American cabin owner who is now facing a hefty fine for operating an illegal outfitting business.  In 2020, Pinehouse Lake conservation officers became aware of an...
Two charged in relation to suspicious death in Dillon

Two charged in relation to suspicious death in Dillon

(Update: February 19, 2025, 4:22p.m.) Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes provided an update this afternoon stating that Mounties have arrested and charged two males in relation to the death of 25-year-old Mason Morrison from Dillon. The two males were arrested at a...
BRDN to hold general election next week

BRDN to hold general election next week

Buffalo River Dene Nation (BRDN) is getting ready to hold its general election next week.  A nomination meeting was held on February 14.  Band members will gather to elect five councillors and one chief who will all serve three-year terms.  The current chief and...