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The Saskatchewan government has announced funding for a task force to help solve missing persons cases in the province.
The funding-just under $2 million over the next three years-was announced by provincial Justice Minister Frank Quennell on Nov. 21.
A portion of the money will be used to hire more police officers to work specifically on missing persons cases. Six…
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Members of Thunderchild First Nation gathered together on Oct. 26 to honour and recognize the women of the community and the contributions they have made.
The recognition came in the form of Returning to the Teachings, a daylong conference that focused on the sacred role of women within the circle and in maintaining healthy and strong communities.
Throughout the…
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Members of Thunderchild First Nation gathered together on Oct. 26 to honour and recognize the women of the community and the contributions they have made.
The recognition came in the form of Returning to the Teachings, a daylong conference that focused on the sacred role of women within the circle and in maintaining healthy and strong communities.
Throughout the…
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In late summer and fall, the employees of La Ronge Wild Rice Corporation are kept busy processing the year's harvest of wild rice, but for the rest of the year, the company's equipment lays dormant and its employees have to search for other ways to earn a wage. Bill Plunz, manager of the corporation's processing plant, would like to see that change.
That's why the First…
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In late summer and fall, the employees of La Ronge Wild Rice Corporation are kept busy processing the year's harvest of wild rice, but for the rest of the year, the company's equipment lays dormant and its employees have to search for other ways to earn a wage. Bill Plunz, manager of the corporation's processing plant, would like to see that change.
That's why the First…
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"Practice makes perfect" takes on new meaning when you're handed an unfamiliar musical instrument and told that in just six weeks time you'll be playing it in front of a live audience, alongside members of a national orchestra. But for approximately 40 brave volunteers from three Prince Albert Grand Council elementary schools-Angus Mirasty, Little Red River and Sturgeon Lake…
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"Practice makes perfect" takes on new meaning when you're handed an unfamiliar musical instrument and told that in just six weeks time you'll be playing it in front of a live audience, alongside members of a national orchestra. But for approximately 40 brave volunteers from three Prince Albert Grand Council elementary schools-Angus Mirasty, Little Red River and Sturgeon Lake…
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John Jaques starts his day early. Hours before his Grade 10 classes start he is out on the street delivering newspapers in his hometown of Saskatoon. Then he spends a full day in school before heading off to practice his double bass. The rest of the day is filled with homework and doing chores for his grandparents, with whom he lives. But the 15-year-old doesn't mind.
"I…
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John Jaques starts his day early. Hours before his Grade 10 classes start he is out on the street delivering newspapers in his hometown of Saskatoon. Then he spends a full day in school before heading off to practice his double bass. The rest of the day is filled with homework and doing chores for his grandparents, with whom he lives. But the 15-year-old doesn't mind.
"I…
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A major collaborative project is underway to develop resources for teaching Aboriginal languages in northern Saskatchewan.
The Gift of Language and Culture Project started in 2003 as a means of addressing the problems of language loss in Cree communities, which is complicated by the shortage of materials to help teach the language. The partners in the project, which…
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Five years ago, Donna Falcon read an ad in the paper saying more foster parents were needed. She and her husband Gordon decided they had the time to help.
Since then, the couple estimates they've opened their home up to more than 100 children. They say it's been a positive experience.
"We've been fortunate. Some people have had a hard time, but we've never had to…
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Five years ago, Donna Falcon read an ad in the paper saying more foster parents were needed. She and her husband Gordon decided they had the time to help.
Since then, the couple estimates they've opened their home up to more than 100 children. They say it's been a positive experience.
"We've been fortunate. Some people have had a hard time, but we've never had to…
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Some of the best rodeo competitors from across Canada and the United States were in North Battleford from Oct. 13 to 16 to compete in the 2005 running of the International Indian Finals Rodeo (IIFR).
The North Battleford Civic Centre hosted rodeo action in 11 different rodeo events, with the top two competitors from six different associations taking part.
…
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Some of the best rodeo competitors from across Canada and the United States were in North Battleford from Oct. 13 to 16 to compete in the 2005 running of the International Indian Finals Rodeo (IIFR).
The North Battleford Civic Centre hosted rodeo action in 11 different rodeo events, with the top two competitors from six different associations taking part.
…
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On Nov. 19, members of White Bear First Nation will gather together in the school gymnasium to help Maria Joyea celebrate an impressive milestone-30 years of sobriety.
A round dance will be held to mark the occasion, followed by giveaways, basket raffles, 50/50 raffles and a midnight lunch.
Joyea said everybody is welcome to attend the celebration, especially the…