The Last Spike
A new City of Regina art installation highlights its complicated railway history
Art can be more than just something pretty to hang on a wall, it can be used to educate - just ask Lionel Peyachew. Originally from Red Pheasant First Nation located in Treaty 6, he has taken on the task of creating a one-of-a-kind, railway-themed art installation. The sculpture, expected to be completed next fall, wil...
Nov 19, 2024
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These Stories have Walked a Long Way.
Voices from the past come back to life thanks to technology
**CORECTION: An earlier version of this story was improperly formatted and important details were not included. EFN Media regrets the error** In the early 1970s, a few enterprising individuals from Kawacatoose First Nation embarked on a rather novel project − to record the community history and personal stories o...
Nov 17, 2024
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The Last Spike
A new City of Regina art installation highlights its complicated railway history
Art can be more than just something pretty to hang on a wall, it can be used to educate - just ask Lionel Peyachew. Originally from Red Pheasant First Nation located in Treaty 6, he has taken on the task of creating a one-of-a-kind, railway-themed art installation. The sculpture, expected to be completed next fall, wil...
Nov 19, 2024
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These Stories have Walked a Long Way.
Voices from the past come back to life thanks to technology
**CORECTION: An earlier version of this story was improperly formatted and important details were not included. EFN Media regrets the error** In the early 1970s, a few enterprising individuals from Kawacatoose First Nation embarked on a rather novel project − to record the community history and personal stories o...
Nov 17, 2024
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Uranium exploration
What's below the 60th parallel? A Canadian mineral company aims to find out
Uranium exploration in Saskatchewan's far north will soon be underway, but only if the caribou are not disturbed. "Caribou are really important to the Athabasca people," said. Kathy Hay, Manager of Corporate Affairs at Ya'thi Néné Lands and Resources Office (YNLR). "While they're migrating,...
Nov 15, 2024
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The Last Spike
A new City of Regina art installation highlights its complicated railway history
Art can be more than just something pretty to hang on a wall, it can be used to educate - just ask Lionel Peyachew. Originally from Red Pheasant First Nation located in Treaty 6, he has taken on the task of creating a one-of-a-kind, railway-themed art installation. The sculpture, expected to be completed next fall, wil...
Nov 19, 2024
Read More
These Stories have Walked a Long Way.
Voices from the past come back to life thanks to technology
**CORECTION: An earlier version of this story was improperly formatted and important details were not included. EFN Media regrets the error** In the early 1970s, a few enterprising individuals from Kawacatoose First Nation embarked on a rather novel project − to record the community history and personal stories o...
Nov 17, 2024
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Indigenous music, plays and musicals
Darke Hall is delivering an all-star Indigenous showcase for its upcoming season
A historic performance venue in Regina is setting a new benchmark in its upcoming season of programming - with more Indigenous talent slated to hit the stage than ever before in its almost 100-year history. "We're committed to uplifting those artists that might not otherwise be seen. And it really matters to us to...
Oct 30, 2024
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Uranium exploration
What's below the 60th parallel? A Canadian mineral company aims to find out
Uranium exploration in Saskatchewan's far north will soon be underway, but only if the caribou are not disturbed. "Caribou are really important to the Athabasca people," said. Kathy Hay, Manager of Corporate Affairs at Ya'thi Néné Lands and Resources Office (YNLR). "While they're migrating,...
Nov 15, 2024
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Kanaweyiminan CFS Safe House
Students help build a better future on their First Nation
It started, with just a hole in the ground and a pile of lumber. Now, thanks to the work of a handful of high school students, Canoe Lake Cree First Nation (CLCFN) has a newly built safe house for kids and families in need of refuge. "It brings me joy to know I worked on something that people are going to use,&quo...
Nov 14, 2024
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Pinehouse
Another look at the northern tullibee harvest
The lucrative opportunity for fishers at Pinehouse Lake to sell tullibee fish to Scandinavia does benefit the community, but one man is worried about the environmental implications of the annual harvest however the province says it's on top of the situation. Clarence Natomagan, originally from Pinehouse, grew up fishin...
Nov 13, 2024
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These Stories have Walked a Long Way.
Voices from the past come back to life thanks to technology
**CORECTION: An earlier version of this story was improperly formatted and important details were not included. EFN Media regrets the error** In the early 1970s, a few enterprising individuals from Kawacatoose First Nation embarked on a rather novel project − to record the community history and personal stories o...
Nov 17, 2024
Read More
Kanaweyiminan CFS Safe House
Students help build a better future on their First Nation
It started, with just a hole in the ground and a pile of lumber. Now, thanks to the work of a handful of high school students, Canoe Lake Cree First Nation (CLCFN) has a newly built safe house for kids and families in need of refuge. "It brings me joy to know I worked on something that people are going to use,&quo...
Nov 14, 2024
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From: The Conversation
Scott Moe won in Saskatchewan promising economic prosperity, but does that truly help citizens?
Nov 08, 2024
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Health
World Mental Health Day Oct. 10
Cameron Halkett believes sports helped save her life during her mental wellness journey
Warning: the following story contains sensitive content including self-harm and suicide. Traditionally, First Nation people believe emotional, mental, spiritual and physical balance is an essential part of life but in contemporary society achieving that goal may not be so easy. Cameron Halkett, 18, knows firsthand how ...
Oct 12, 2024
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Ochapowace Community Garden
First Nation plants the seeds for a nutritious future with its new project
Shortly after people gathered at the site of the Ochapowace urban community garden, something special happened. "I think this land is blessed," said Valerie Kinistino, Treaty 4 artist and community garden organizer from Ochapowace First Nation. As everyone was gathered at the garden space a lightening bolt ap...
Sep 02, 2024
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Longest boil-water advisory ends
One of Canada's longest boil-water advisories has come to an end
Safe drinking water is an expectation, especially in Canada, but for the Star Blanket Cree Nation it is a life-changing event worth celebrating. Thanks to a new $10.5 million water treatment station all 112 homes on Star Blanket Cree Nation (SBCN) and neighbouring reserves finally have access to clean, drinkable water....
Aug 05, 2024
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Politics
From: The Conversation
Scott Moe won in Saskatchewan promising economic prosperity, but does that truly help citizens?
Nov 08, 2024
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FSIN YOUTH
FSIN Youth Chief shares what motivates him
Growing up around political and ceremonial leaders, Caige Starr had a path, charged with promise, set before him from an early age. "He was always at his grandfather's side," said his mother, Tara Thompson. "He was privy to conversations before he probably even knew what he was listening to." His gr...
Oct 23, 2024
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Op-Ed Sask Chief Electoral Officer
Sask Votes 2024: Working collaboratively to build relationships and trust
More than a decade ago, on returning to the province after working internationally to support democratic elections and being appointed Saskatchewan's Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), one of my priorities was to reach out to Indigenous leaders. The objective was to work intentionally and collaboratively with leaders to b...
Oct 07, 2024
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Sports
SPORTS COLUMN
Fastball still thriving among First Nations
The Native Canadian Fastball Championships were hosted by George Gordon First Nation on August 2-4 in Regina. This tournament is difficult to win because the most elite Indigenous teams are assembled from coast to coast all vying for bragging rights to be the top Indigenous fastball team in the country. Several player...
Oct 27, 2024
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World Mental Health Day Oct. 10
Cameron Halkett believes sports helped save her life during her mental wellness journey
Warning: the following story contains sensitive content including self-harm and suicide. Traditionally, First Nation people believe emotional, mental, spiritual and physical balance is an essential part of life but in contemporary society achieving that goal may not be so easy. Cameron Halkett, 18, knows firsthand how ...
Oct 12, 2024
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Mason Fine shares his Indigenous connection
Mason Fine's love of football helped him connect with his own Native American heritage. The 26-year-old quarterback born and raised in Pegs, Okla. is a member of the Cherokee Nation. He said being born into a family of football enthusiasts he was aware of the Canadian Football League but admits his knowledge of the pro...
Jan 05, 2024
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