Young boxer rises in the ranks
by Terry Villeneuve
Only 12 years old, but already a seasoned fighter, Jace Derocher of Meadow Lake recently won the biggest match of his young career.
On June 15 Derocher competed...
$52-million for clean energy
by Terry Villeneuve
Investing in infrastructure that promotes clean energy solutions is key to creating a strong low-carbon economy and sustainable future for Canadians.
Yesterday (May 22), Carolyn Bennett, minister of...
MP’s bill amended
by Phil Ambroziak
National Indigenous Peoples Day will not become a statutory holiday any time soon, but that doesn’t mean Georgina Jolibois has given up on a cause near and dear to her heart.
Jolibois to seek re-election
by Phil Ambroziak
Desnethé-Missinippi-Churchill River NDP MP Georgina Jolibois is looking to continue what she’s started at Parliament Hill and within her riding following next year’s federal election.
“My goal is...
’60s Scoop victims speak out
by Phil Ambroziak
Some things are worth waiting for.
At least that’s how the close to 15 First Nations and Métis citizens who attended a special sharing circle in Meadow Lake Saturday feel about the provincial government’s ongoing efforts to provide...
FDFN eyes future development
by Phil Ambroziak
Patience and hard work are expected to pay off in a big way not only for Flying Dust First Nation, but the neighbouring community of Meadow Lake as well.
Recently, Flying Dust continued remediation work on the land...
Good grades pay off for FDFN kids
by Phil Ambroziak
A visit to ‘The Happiest Place on Earth’ was only one of several highlights of a recent road trip experienced by Flying Dust First Nation youth.
From July 7-16, 35 students and six chaperones travelled by charter bus...
New SIIT program a hit
by Phil Ambroziak
The Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC) isn’t afraid to build opportunities for its people.
Recently, nine students from most of the MLTC bands completed a first-ever heavy equipment operator program offered by the tribal council through the Saskatchewan...
FDFN man rescues children
by Phil Ambroziak
The recent actions of a Flying Dust First Nation man have him adjusting to a fitting yet unfamiliar title – hero.
A house fire May 19 destroyed a home located at 10 Amisk Rd. on Flying Dust First...
Women’s shelter breaks ground
by Phil Ambroziak
The federal and provincial governments, along with the Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC), are teaming up to assist victims of domestic violence.
Friday afternoon marked the date for the official sod turning at a vacant Centre Street lot,...
