Events

'Welcome Home' barbecue gathering planned for Krista Fox after cross-country walk

Local advocate for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) Krista Fox is being welcomed home at a special gathering in North Battleford. Organized by Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs Inc. (BATC),...

Oct 07, 2022

Buffalo River Dene Nation re-issues state of emergency

Buffalo River Den Nation has re-issued a State of Emergency in response to an escalating problem of gang violence and drugs on the First Nation, and is looking for support to deal with the problem. Du...

Oct 05, 2022

Thousands take part in Truth and Reconciliation Day powwow in Saskatoon

SaskTel Centre in Saskatoon was bathed in orange on National Truth and Reconciliation Day, to raise awareness of the inter-generational impact of residential schools, and to honour the survivors.There...

Sep 30, 2022

North Battleford high schools recognize Orange Shirt Day

Staff and students at the North Battleford high schools took part in a number of events and activities recognizing Orange Shirt Day, Thursday.Orange Shirt Day serves as a day of remembrance for the vi...

Sep 29, 2022

Events planned for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation events are occurring in the tri-communities this week.Local schools such as La Ronge's Churchill Community High School have been observing it since Monday as ...

Sep 29, 2022

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to be recognized at P.A.'s riverfront

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Friday will be recognized in Prince Albert at one of the city's most iconic Indigenous artifacts.At the Sisters in Spirit Monument along the riverbank,...

Sep 29, 2022

Mistawasis woman aims to create path for healing journey

Noting issues on reserves related to suicides, poverty and drug use, Connie Primeau said she felt compelled to step up and do something to help people find support and start their personal healing jou...

Sep 29, 2022

Melfort, Humboldt honouring National Truth and Reconciliation Day

The City of Melfort will be holding a candlelight vigil in honour of both National Truth and Reconciliation Day and the James Smith Cree Nation.The observation will take place tonight, September 29th,...

Sep 29, 2022

What each province, territory is doing on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Friday is the second annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day. The federal government made Sept. 30 a statutory holiday for its workers and federally regulated ...

Sep 27, 2022

U15 NorthWest Stars announce roster for '22-23 season

With the start of their hockey season just around the corner, the U15 AA NorthWest Stars have announced the roster for 2022-23.Six players on this year's team are from the Battlefords, including forwa...

Sep 26, 2022