FDFN develops regulation size outdoor rink
Winter can’t get here soon enough for the people of Flying Dust First Nation.
According to Jon Mirasty, recreation director at FDFN, the new outdoor ice rink currently under construction adjacent to Kopahawakenum School should be completed “before the snow...
Bioenergy centre on schedule
The Meadow Lake Tribal Council Bioenergy Centre is 12 months away from being fully functional, and those behind the project couldn’t be more pleased with the progress made on the facility thus far.
“Everything is going well and we’re completely...
CRDN defrauded of more than $1 million
“This has been a long time coming.”
That’s what Clearwater River Dene Nation chief Teddy Clark had to say in response to a recent charge laid against former CRDN band manager Jonny Cheecham.
“A few years back, some allegations (of fraud)...
Hockey players back on ice at Flying Dust
Young hockey players are once again on the ice at PineRidge Ford Place on Flying Dust First Nation.After closing prematurely this spring because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the rink is once again in use thanks to the Snipe and...
Flying Dust security team in high demand
Flying Dust Security Inc. has increased its presence both on and off the reserve.
According to security manager Darren Lachance, the company has been in much demand recently especially when it comes to efforts to enforce stricter guidelines now in...
Northerners willing to fight back
by Phil Ambroziak
It’s time to change the rules.
That was the key message shared during a special meeting held Saturday (Feb. 8) at the Buffalo Narrows Friendship Centre where close to 65 people gathered to discuss issues currently facing northern...
Cole Bay mayor redeemed
by Phil Ambroziak
“I look forward to continuing to serve the community of Cole Bay.”
And that is exactly what Nadine Couillonneur plans to do now that her position as Cole Bay mayor has been confirmed in a court of law.
Friday...
GDI names Order of Gabriel Dumont appointees
by Phil Ambroziak
Glenn Lafleur has dedicated his life to bettering educational opportunities for Saskatchewan’s Métis people and his efforts have not gone unrecognized.
The former Beauval resident is one of 25 new appointments to the Order of Gabriel Dumont, am...
New CSO for FDFN
Delbert Aubichon is ready to lay down the law.
The 34-year-old Flying Dust First Nations member was officially sworn in as the reserve’s first-ever community safety officer (CSO) during a ceremony held Tuesday (Jan. 14) at the Flying Dust council...
New chief for ERFN
by Phil Ambroziak
As far as they’re concerned, the Bernard family has made history.
Jerry Bernard, the husband of Waterhen Lake First Nation chief Carol Bernard, was recently elected chief of his home community, English River First Nation, following the band...