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Lyle Ross Iron was a young man of great warmth, who according to his friends, was always quick to laugh, share, and support. He was a young man with dreams of success, and the talent, desire and dedication to turn those dreams into reality. He was a young man full of love for those close to him, and it was a love returned with equal force by his wife, Brenda Lee Peeteetuce, and…
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A new addition to Saskatchewan's First Nations cultural scene is drawing rave reviews in the province. Albert Whitefish is managing leader of the Atikameg Youth Drum Group. "We have three adults as well as children ranging from five years to 15 years of age," he said. Members learn time-honored singing and drumming skills and perform at round dances, powwows and concerts, as well…
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Prairie Berry Pie is back for a second season with a new host, and a new national audience.
The show, aimed at a pre-school audience, made its debut on the Saskatchewan Communications Network (SCN) in November 1999. The second season, which began Nov. 2, also airs on SCN, but is now also being broadcast on the Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN).
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In his nearly 20 years of involvement with the arts, Aboriginal playwright, actor, dancer and director Floyd Favel has accomplished much. He has worked on dozens of theatre, television and radio productions, he has travelled the world to live in and learn about many different cultures, and he has garnered so much public and critical acclaim that he is now justifiably regarded as…
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The talents and contributions of the late Art Moosomin were recognized in Toronto on Nov. 28 as the fourth annual Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards (CAMA) were handed out at SkyDome.
Moosomin, who was from the Mosquito First Nation, spent most of his life singing, having started at the age of eight. He was lead singer of the Mosquito singers, and did much over the years to…
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Deborah Pelletier has a busy, exciting time ahead of her.
On Oct. 4, Pelletier became the first person to be named as co-ordinator of Aboriginal resources and services at the National Library of Canada. The role of the newly created co-ordinator will be to develop and promote the library's collection, and to encourage more people, communities and organizations to access…
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Three Regina organizations will receive over a million dollars through the National Homelessness Initiative (NHI) to help them in their efforts to combat homelessness in the city.
Regina Metis Sport and Culture Inc., a non-profit organization established in 1995, will receive $973,633 under the Urban Aboriginal Strategy component of the NHI for construction and renovation…
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The University of Saskatchewan now has a direct link to the province's Aboriginal community, following the appointment of George E. Lafond as special advisor to the president on Aboriginal initiatives.
Lafond becomes the first person to hold the newly formed position. As special advisor, he will work on promoting and progressing the university's Aboriginal initiatives, and…
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SASKATOON-The joint efforts of three separate communities were recognized at this year's Agribusiness Awards presentations, handed out each year by the Saskatoon and District Chamber of Commerce.
The Community Leadership Excellence Award, sponsored by Saskatchewan Industry and Resources, was presented to the Lac La Ronge Indian band, Air Ronge, and La Ronge.
The…
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The total of urban reserves in Saskatchewan grew to 21 on Dec. 12, as a parcel of land on the outskirts of North Battleford was designated as part of Red Pheasant First Nation's reserve lands.
The 347-acre parcel of land is located on the edge of North Battleford, and is currently zoned for agricultural use. The land was purchased by the band under the Treaty Land…
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For many veterans, Remembrance Day is the saddest day of the year, and yet one they revel in.
It's a time to mourn lost friends and yet remember back to the good times of their youth.
But for some veterans-those who came from Saskatchewan's Indian reserves-the day inspires more than its share of mixed feelings. Not only do they remember a time when they were young…
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First Nations Veterans wanting to apply for the compensation package being offered by Veterans Affairs have until Feb. 15, 2003 to get their applications in to the department.
Under the package, announced in June, eligible applicants could receive up to $20,000 in compensation. With a total of $39 million earmarked for the compensation package, the amount each applicant…
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Native academics and intellectuals from across the country gathered in Saskatoon in July to take part in a conference on the role Indigenous knowledge should play within universities.
Intellectual Sovereignties: Aboriginal Peoples and Canadian Universities was hosted by the dean's office of the College of Arts and Science within the University of Saskatchewan, along with…
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The Saskatchewan Indian Federated College (SIFC) has started a new three-year pilot project that will prepare students to do business on the international stage.
The college is offering a new Certificate in Business Administration program with an international component, which includes a course on import and export of the international market and an international…
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When Sakewew high school opened its doors for the first time this fall, it provided Aboriginal students in North Battleford with a place where they could learn about Aboriginal culture as well as reading, writing and arithmetic.
The new school was created through a unique partnership between the Battlefords Tribal Council and the local public and Catholic school divisions…