Saskatchewan

Brief profile of two founding members of the First Nations Network on Disabilities.

Discusses the benefits of an on-reserve credit union including serving Cowessess band members locally and returning profits to the community. Article located on page 1 and by scrolling to page 15.

Thunderchild First Nation commemorates their adhesion to Treaty No.6 by Chief Thunderchild (Peeyasiu-Awasis).

Commentary on a creative writing program for Saskatchewan and Alberta prisoners called Inspired Minds.

Summary of progress for the years 2001-2006. Ninety-one schools were surveyed regarding the number of seats available/filled, location of access programs, special admission categories, nature of support programs, and number of Aboriginal faculty.

Profiles Creeson Agecoutay and his goals for the future including pursuing an Indian Communictions Arts certificate. Article located by scrolling to page 14.

Describes the First Nations Agricultural Council of Saskatchewan (FNACS) mandate, which is to access federal and provincial assistance programs available to farmers.

Shellbrook Indian Agency was officially re-opened on May 11, 1976.

Looks at one of the keynote speakers at the Pan-Canadian Interactive Literacy Forum and her message for the youth. Article located by scrolling to page 16.

Comments on the agreement which ensures the SUNTEP program will continue for another five years following twenty-seven successful years. Article located by scrolling to page 15.

Saskatchewan's Sturgeon Lake Band builds community school on Reserve.

Negotiated Treaty land entitlement obligation for Saskatchewan regarding the Nekaneet Band.

Comments on a Memorandum of Understanding, signed by five of Saskatchewan's tribal councils and the government, with the goal of bringing employment to First Nation communities. Article found by scrolling to page 17.

Covers the past 100 years of contact between First Nations farmers and non-Aboriginal farmers which in many circumstances depended on the level of respect they had for each other.

Starblanket, Plains Cree Treaty 4 leader (c. 1845-1917) endeavoured throughout his life to obtain fulfillment of promises made by the Crown. Accessible from Dictionary of Canadian Biography Online.

Examines David Ahenakew's life, contributions, associations, and trials.

Describes the 1976 election of officers for the Federation of Saskatchewan Indians.

Suggests that casinos provide the chance for advancement in employment both in the casino and other companies. Article located by scrolling to page 22.

Chief David Ahenakew, on behalf of the Federation of Saskatchewan Indians, addresses the task force on Canadian unity in Regina.

Chief of the Federation of Saskatchewan Indians warned the delegates of the 17th General Assembly of the dangers of losing Treaty rights by incorporating or signing education agreements. He urged them to press for a single service federal agency.

Commentary on the history and developments in Saskatchewan First Nation affairs and of a media that seems to favour sensationalism over positive political legacies.

Adult Education, Community Development and Counselling Psychology (Ph.D.)--University of Toronto, 2007.

Explains, in a brief history, how Ahtahkakoop chose the land for the reserve which now bears his name and how he was the second chief to sign Treaty 6 at Fort Carlton in 1876.

Brief discussion of the contemporary and historical issues related to this Treaty 6 First Nation.

Band owned publisher promotes book Ahtahkakoop - the epic account of a Cree Head Chief, His People, and Their Struggle for Survival 1816-1896 by Deanna Christensen.

Comments on the first graduating class, 2012, of the Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Program from the Saskatchewan Institute of Technology. Article located by scrolling to page B-6.

Looks at an entrepreneur who has designed apparel that sports Cree greetings. Article located by scrolling to page 13.

A photograph of Albert Moore and Jeremiah Nawakayas of the Shoal Lake (Pakwaw) Reserve. They wear dark suits and dark broad brimmed hats. There appear to have military style service medals pinned to their lapels.

Historical note:

A genealogical chart of the Nawakayas Family can be seen on p. 129 of Red Earth Crees by David Meyer. Jeremiah Nawakayas died in 1940.

Caption:: "Alexander Morris, Lieutenant Governor of the North-West Territories, negotiated Treaty Six on behalf of the Canadian government." From the book Loyal till Death: Indians and the North-West Rebellion by Blair Stonechild and Bill Waiser.

Article from 1993 Conference proceedings, provides some concluding remarks on the Conference discussions of the justice system, its failing of Aboriginal peoples and the necessary reform and commitment to change required. Excerpt from Continuing Poundmaker & Riel's Quest: Presentations Made at a Conference on Aboriginal Peoples and Justice compiled by Richard Gosse, James Youngblood Henderson, Roger Carter.

Emphasis on racial distinctions between Métis and First Nations, ignores intermarriage, kinship ties, and shared cultural understandings; recommendations for agenda items for changes in Canada-Indigenous relations in light of the Daniels decision Duration: 1:50:08. Presentations are part of the conference "Daniels: In and Beyond the Law" held at University of Alberta, Jan. 26-27, 2017.

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A head and shoulders photograph of Allen Fox, a Sweet Grass Reserve First Nations Chief in a full head-dress.

Artist Allen Sapp of the Red Pheasant First Nation honoured at the Saskatchewan Award of Merit ceremony.

Career of renowned artist Allen Sapp from the Red Pheasant First Nation.

Red Pheasant artist will receive the Saskatchewan Award of Merit.

Indian Affairs Minister informs the Medicine Wheel Ranch Company band members that they must wait for the settlement of their land claim of the Harold Lees ranch until the legitimacy of the surrender of that land by the Ocean Man and Pheasant Rump reserves in 1902 is decided in court.

Highlights the many accomplishments of Elder Alma Kytwayhat of the Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation which led to her being named to the Saskatchewan Order of Merit. Article located by scrolling to page 9.

Account of the events leading to the death of Shu-Kwe-weetam, a member in One Arrow's Band at the Duck Lake agency.

Explores the life story, escape, recapture and death of the young Saskatchewan Cree, Kahkeesay-Manitoowayo, who escaped from jail and remained at large for nineteen months.

Guide to accompany the play written by Daniel David Moses.

A photograph of the encampment near Kinistino, SK erected by the North West Mounted Police and associated volunteers during the standoff with Almighty Voice and his two Cree companions.

Describes procedures for alternative measures and extrajudicial sanctions program.

Outlines legislation and policies governing use of alternative measures/extrajudicial sanctions.

Looks at the artwork of several artists whose works transcend negative stereotypes related to addiction and Indigenous individuals.

First Nations Justice System provides future opportunity to apply alternative forms of treatment in correcting the behaviour of First Nations people who violate Provincial Wildlife Regulations/Law.

Former Chief of the Red Earth Band honoured by the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations.

Details the 1919 trip taken by Christina Henry and Annie ‘Nan’ McKay to The Pas, MB and back. The two women took holidays from their positions at the University of Saskatchewan and travelling by canoe, wagon and train made their way to The Pas, via Prince Albert, Montreal Lake, La Ronge, and Pelican Narrows. Entire Issue on one .pdf, scroll to page 14.

Profiles the accomplishments of Deborah Chatsis, a member of Ahtahkakoop First Nation, and her appointment as Canada's ambassador to Vietnam. Article found by scrolling to page 19.