Category Archives: Saskatchewan
FSIN named intervener in federal court case
The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations has been named an intervener in a federal court case which could determine the way laws are created and implemented. In May of last year, the Supreme Cou...
Jan 15, 2018
Both weather radars in Sask. down for upgrades, repairs
Predicting the weather in Saskatchewan is tough enough to begin with, but Environment Canada has been facing extra challenges over the last several months. Both of the weather radar stations in Saskat...
Jan 12, 2018
Assets from dissolved STC up for sale in online auction
The liquidation and auctioneer company which bought the majority of Saskatchewan Transportation Company (STC) assets are now putting them up for sale. Hilco Industrial is advertising on its website th...
Jan 11, 2018
Additional funding announced for Indigenous Policing
The federal government is following up on its promise to bolster the First Nations Policing Program. On Jan. 10 from Winnipeg, Minister for Public Safety Ralph Goodale announced an additional $291.2 m...
Jan 11, 2018
Cree Nation making progress reclaiming Poundmaker’s legacy
The legacy of Cree Chief Poundmaker, tainted by his conviction for treason, is closer to being restored than ever before according to officials with the Cree Nation that bears his name. The chief - kn...
Jan 11, 2018
New funding agreement should be dictated by chiefs: FSIN Chief
A recently announced funding agreement between the federal government and Indigenous communities should be constructed with the guidance of local chiefs according to the Federation of Sovereign Indige...
Jan 11, 2018
Sask researchers look to ease harvestability of oats
crop related research project will look at how to better manage the production of oats in Saskatchewan. Northeast Agriculture Research Foundation (NARF), located at Melfort, received $80,255 in fundin...
Jan 10, 2018
Stars align for Pelican Lake designer invited to L.A.
Saskatoon-based designer is headed to Los Angeles next month to showcase her work at a prestigious event. Helen Oro, of Helen Oro Designs, was invited to the 2018 NBA All-Star Weekend Fashion Showcase...
Jan 08, 2018
Enjoy it while it lasts; mild weather to end by mid-week
Mild weather for the first weekend of 2018 offered welcome relief from the brutal cold snap, but you might want to soak up the January warmth while you can. Monday and Tuesday are expected to be pleas...
Jan 08, 2018
Top spot secured for North Battleford’s Silvernagle rink
The Viterra Scotties Tournament of Hearts didn't start well for Robyn Silvernagle's rink, but the foursome is rocking and rolling. The North Battleford based team reeled off seven straight victories d...
Jan 06, 2018