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ITK Circulates Petition Rejecting EU Arctic Council Application

2013-05-23T13:52:06Z

The Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami (ITK), a national Inuit organization is circulating a online petition requesting the rejection of the European Union (EU) application of observer status at the Arctic Council until the EU drops the ban on importation of seal products.

University of Saskatchewan Graduation Powwow 2013

2013-05-22T16:08:30Z

The University of Saskatchewan will be hosting, Graduation Powwow 2013 on Wednesday May 29th, 2013 in The Bowl, University of Saskatchewan campus, Saskatoon, SK. Events start at 9:00 AM and are scheduled to continue until 8:00 PM

Elijah Harper Dies

2013-05-21T16:26:41Z

Elijah Harper, a former Manitoba MLA and MP who was a key player in defeating the Meech Lake accord, has died at the age of 64. Harper's national recognition stems from his refusal to support the Meech Lake Accord in 1990 due to the fact that the accord was negotiated without the input of Canada's Aboriginal peoples.

CBC News Posted: May 17, 2013

Metis Jigging Lessons

2013-05-17T14:36:35Z

The Batoche Metis Local #51 is offering free Metis Jigging Lessons at the Batoche National Historic Site on May 24th, 31st and June 7th, 2013 from 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Métis Nation of Saskatchewan State of the Nation Community/Citizenship Meeting

2013-05-16T14:31:00Z

The Métis Nation of Saskatchewan (MNS) is holding a State of the Nation Community/Citizenship Meeting on Friday May 24th, 2013, 6:00-9:00 pm at the Travelodge Hotel, 106 Circle Dr. W., Saskatoon, SK. Topics include a Genealogy Workshop and Lands and Water Resources Act Presentation.

Assembly of First Nations Congratulates Aboriginal Hockey Teams

2013-05-15T14:21:37Z

Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo today congratulated all teams and players participating in the 2013 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC) held recently at Kahnawake, QC. Team British Columbia (BC) won the Male Division and Team Eastern Door and the North (Quebec) won the Female Division.

Lisa Bird-Wilson Book Launch

2013-05-14T16:11:24Z

Lisa Bird-Wilson, a noted Metis author, is launching her latest book, Just Pretending, which addresses themes involving identity, Aboriginal adoption and belonging. The launch takes place on Tuesday May 21st, 2013 at 7:00 PM at McNally Robinson, 3130-8th St. E., Saskatoon, SK.

Grand Chief Edward John Re-Appointed to UN Permanent Forum

2013-05-13T14:34:14Z

Assembly of First Nations (AFN) is congratulating Grand Chief Edward John on his reappointment to a new three year term on the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII). The UNPFII was established by the UN to allow a high level permanent body at the UN for Indigenous peoples.

AFN Nation Chief Frustrated With Government Appeal

2013-05-12T13:48:17Z

Shawn Atleo, National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations is reportedly frustrated by the Harper Governments decision to appeal a Federal Court decision last month reaffirming Jordan's Principle. In 2007 a motion was passed unanimously in Parliament requiring governments to set aside jurisdictional disputes in order to see that First Nation children receive the same level of heath care that other Canadians do.

Inuit Oral Health Action Plan Launched

2013-05-11T14:38:12Z

The Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami (ITK) is highlighting the high rates of oral disease among Inuit and is supplying an Action Plan to improve it. "Healthy Teeth, Healthy Lives: Inuit Oral Health Action Plan 2013" anticipates a future state where Inuit do not have a dental decay rate two to three times the Canadian average.

FNUiv 35th Annual Spring Celebration Pow-wow

2013-05-10T14:01:03Z

The First Nations University of Canada (FNUC) is hosting it's 35th Annual Spring Celebration Pow-wow on May 11th-12th, 2013 at the Brandt Centre, Evraz Place in Regina, SK. The Pow-wow celebrates spring and the sharing of First Nations culture which contributes to the diversity of Saskatchewan.

FSIN Vote Integrity Questioned

2013-05-09T14:50:40Z

An appeals tribunal has found that the chief electoral officer of the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations (FSIN) breached her duties during the 2012 election and was in conflict of interest. The tribunal declared the election null and void on April 16th and ordered a new election for the position of First Vice-Chief. The decision was overturned on April 20th by the FSIN's joint Executive Council and Indian Government Commission (EI/GC).

By Betty Ann Adam, The StarPhoenix May 7, 2013

Saskatchewan Task Force To Meet First Nations and Metis Youth

2013-05-08T14:13:41Z

The (Saskatchewan) Aboriginal Youth Task Force, chaired by Saskatoon Fairview MLA Jennifer Campeau, will be meeting with young First Nations and Metis youth aged 16-25 in regards to education and employment challenges. The Task Force is planning to visit Saskatoon, Regina, Stony Rapids, Moose Jaw, Fort Qu'Appelle, Yorkton, La Ronge, La Loche, Ille a la Crosse, Prince Albert, Sandy Bay and Pelican Narrows.

Northern Students Visit Saskatchewan Legislature

2013-05-07T14:29:18Z

This week, 31 students from northern Saskatchewan high schools will be visiting Regina, SK to be part of the 2013 Youth Mentorship Program. Students in Grades 9-12 from Buffalo Narrows, Cumberland House, La Ronge, Montreal Lake, Pinehouse Lake and Stanley Mission will tour various Regina facilities including the University of Regina, the First Nations University of Canada and the RCMP Training Academy.

Native American and Indigenous Studies Conference

2013-05-06T14:44:08Z

The North American Indigenous Studies Association (NAISA) annual conference will be taking place for the first time outside of the United States at the University of Saskatchewan June 13th-15th, 2013 in Saskatoon, SK., Canada. Over 165 sessions are scheduled with over 1000 delegates expected to attend.