FSIN and the OTC are commemorating 1885 hangings at Fort Battleford.

FSIN is partnering with the OTC in honouring and remembering the First Nations men who were hung in 1885 at Fort...

OTC attends ordination of first Indigenous bishop of Saskatoon

The Treaty Commissioner was pleased to attend the historic event.

Rural Reconciliation

A day of learning and sharing for rural Reconciliation

New resource coming to Saskatchewan Classrooms

"We are proud to have worked with our First Nations Elders and educators with the assistance of the Ministry of...

OTC and libraries sign strategic alliance

“I look forward to all the great things that will come from this alliance.”

Meet Your Indigenous Neighbours event

A terrific Reconciliation event.

Reconciliation coalitions meet and grow

It was amazing to see how more than 80 diverse leaders come together to identify common objectives ...

Wicihitowin Aboriginal Engagement Conference

The 4th annual conference had its largest ever turnout

OTC supports Blanket Exercise

Workshop helps people to understand the impacts of colonization

Winds of Change

Report card looks at Reconciliation in education

Grand opening of Saskatoon’s Chief Mistawasis Bridge

Grand entry kicked off events at the bridge opening

Orange Shirt Day: Yorkton

Community members came out to share a meal together

Prairie Prism 2018

OTC representatives attended Prairie Prism 2018

Orange Shirt Day 2018

Orange Shirt Day because Every Child Matters

Regina's Orange Shirt Day 2018

Orange Shirt Day is for us to collectively honour Indigenous children who survived Indian Residential School

Yorkton Reconciliation Forum

"They can be leaders, they can make change."

OTC at the 2018 Saskatchewan Student Leadership Conference

Reconciliation: Fulfilling the Spirit and Intent of Treaty through Cultural Awareness and Positive Race Relations.

Treaty 2 gets new flag, website

Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan meets with Treaty 2 leadership

Members of Saskatoon's Chinese community visits Muskeg Lake

At the end of a beautiful day, the the two communities joined together in a round dance

Yorkton Tribal Council's Welcome Back to School

Mary Culbertson, Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan, speaks on the chance to make real change and Treaties in the...

Treaty 10 Gathering

Dispatch from a trek north to the beautiful landscape of La Plonge in late July

Treaty 10 Flag design explained

“The significance of this flag is that it is something that we can says is ours."

Walking together against hate in Saskatoon

Standing together to show that racism and hate have no place in the world.

Indigenous Research Capacity and Reconciliation Grants

Deadline for proposals is September 6, 2018

Treaty Commissioner Statement on hate speech online

National Indigenous Peoples Day in Battleford remembers the past

National Indigenous Peoples Day at Fort Battleford commemorates 1885 Battleford Hanging

Saskatoon Rocked their Roots with the Walk for Reconciliation

Chief Mistawasis is the name chosen for Saskatoon’s newest bridge

North Battleford Comprehensive High School Day of Reconciliation

Great Plains College Reconciliation Event

Truth and Reconciliation, Act Now, Healing Families

Saskatoon Community Foundation announces first grants from community Reconciliation Fund

Projects seek “new ways of living together,” and address at least one of the 94 Calls to Action from the Truth and...

Reconciliation Flag Raising in Saskatoon

"Respect is Reconciliation, addressing racism is Reconciliation, but most of all Reconciliation is action.”

Treaty 6, Métis flag raising in Lloydminster

Lloydminster Catholic School Division raised the Treaty 6 and Métis flags at Holy Rosary High School

OTC provides safe space for Reconciliation

Reconciliation panel was invited to have a frank discussion about different aspects of Reconciliation and the barriers...

Historic Atamiskakewak, National Gathering sheds global light on Reconciliation with first-ever conference

Events, activities and showcases were featured across the city that fostered dialogue, teaching and learning more about...

Heart of Treaty 6 Reconciliation

The partners of Heart of Treaty 6 Reconciliation publicly committed to travelling together on a path of reconciliation.

OTC Speakers Bureau Gathering

With Speakers Judge David Arnot and Justice Murray Sinclair

Treaty Workshop with PAGC

École St. Paul School installs Treaty 6 medal

École St. Paul School community has become the first school in Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools to install a Treaty...

Treaty Fun Night

A Treaty Family night where kids could show the parents how much they’ve learned about the Treaty Relationship.

Treaty 6 flag raising at École St. Gerard School

Event part of a year of learning for staff and students on Reconciliation and the Treaty relationship.

Reconciliation Regina goes public with Invitation to Participate

Coming together to build a healthy, inclusive community

CBC Indigenous launches Beyond 94 - Truth and Reconciliation in Canada Project

Beyond 94 is an immersive and interactive project on the TRC's 94 Calls to Action

Treaty Elder Series held at St. Joseph Parish in Saskatoon: "It is an act of reconciliation itself to be here today"

Parishioners and visitors gathered in a circle at St. Joseph’s Parish Hall in Saskatoon after Sunday Mass Feb. 4,...

OTC welcoming event

It was a great opportunity to meet and have conversation with community partners.

The Business Case for Inclusion

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner's Milton Tootoosis presented at the Lloyminster Chamber of Commerce Lunch and...

OTC week in review

It was a busy week for staff at the Office of the Treaty Commissioner.

Statement from the Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan

We need to do better. Saskatchewan needs to do better. Canada needs to do better.

Treaties 1-11 Gathering hosted by Maskwacis Cree 4 Nations

“The constant message being echoed at the gathering was the need for action and a unified approach by all treaty...

Mary Culbertson appointed Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan

Culbertson begins immediately and will serve as commissioner until January 28, 2021

SUM Theatre talks Treaties in winter production

It was created to have the audience "embrace Saskatoon’s Indigenous roots and Multicultural future by exploring our...

Whitecap Dakota First Nation, Canada make steps towards Reconciliation

“Together we are charting a path forward that supports their vision of greater self-determination and a sustainable,...

Vital Conversations: Reconciliation

The conversation around Reconciliation began after seeing the interest in community health and wellbeing with the...

Great Plains College formalizes relationship with Office of the Treaty Commissioner

The college is committed to incorporating Indigenous perspectives and knowledge in capacity building, community service...

Vital Signs report uses Reconciliation Saskatoon model of community building

"Growing participation in community events such as the Rock Your Roots, Walk for Reconciliation shows that the people...

Part of Victoria Park renamed to Reconciliation Circle

“It’s a community coming together, it doesn’t matter what culture we are from … we are all here for...

Dr. Alexandra King named Cameco Chair in Indigenous Health

Dr. Alexandra King will begin a five-year term based in the University of Saskatchewan’s College of Medicine on Oct....

Orange Shirt Day to Honour Indian Residential School Survivors

OTC at Word on the Street

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner was at Word on the Street

Treaty 4 flags fly in Regina

“Raising Treaty 4 flags on Albert Street honours the contribution Indigenous people have made to the building and...

Regina Symphony Orchestra launches Reconciliation Project With Buffy Sainte-Marie

The Regina Symphony Orchestra (RSO) has launched a project with Buff Sainte-Marie to create an open dialogue on Truth...

Treaty 6, Metis Homeland flag raised over Lakeland College campuses

Flag raising an outward sign of the steps Lakeland College is making towards Reconciliation

OTC executive director recognized as a U of S Canada 150 Citizen

As part of the U of S Canada 150 Project, the University of Saskatchewan is recognizing 10 remarkable members of the...

Chief Poundmaker museum float

The youth who joined on the float were so happy and proud to be involved.

Treaty Catalyst Teacher Workshops

There are now nineteen more teachers who are certified to deliver the Day 1 and Day 2 workshops...

Ayisinowak: A Communications Guide launched

The City of Saskatoon has launched a new resource to enhance our understanding of Aboriginal culture and practices

Second annual Rock Your Roots, Walk for Reconciliation

“It was a wonderful celebration. A celebration honouring survivors, a celebration honouring Indigenous cultures and a...

I am the Bridge anti-racism campaign launched

Over the past year, the City of Saskatoon invited residents to submit videos this is the response.

New website is resource for education on residential schools and Reconciliation

New website to supports learning and teaching legacy of residential schools and Reconciliation

Lloydminster Casino Sod Turning Ceremony

It means economic diversification and spending for the city

Mother Teresa students help tell Saskatchewan’s history through art and e-books

“I wanted to tie in art,” said Gallays. “Books need art. Plus the process of creating art helps tell the story,...

STC Language Festival

Elders welcome students from Saskatoon Tribal Council to Annual Language Festival.

Reconciliation Saskatoon media launch

“I've never seen such progress ... as I've seen in last 3 years, but we can't rest on our laurels,” said...

Reconciliation Saskatoon - Month of Events

A month of events open to everyone leading up to the annual Walk for Reconciliation on National Aboriginal Day

Wear red in honour of MMIW

Wearing red acknowledges that those who have gone missing or have suffered a violent death

Reconciliation agreement signed between FSIN and Elbow, SK.

The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations Executive and the town of Elbow are encouraging Saskatchewan’s...

OTC speaker keynote at libraries conference

Lyndon Linklater is the keynote at the Saskatchewan Libraries Association conference

U of S Nursing Reconciliation award seeks applications

The Dr. Gerri Dickson Leadership in Reconciliation Award is designed to recognize College of Nursing students for their...

David Arnot receives citizen of the year award

At the end of March, David Arnot received his CTV Saskatoon Citizen of the Year award at a reception attended by the...

OTC speaker at Canadian principals' conference

Annie Battiste will speak on the topic of Reconciliation within the School at the Canadian Association of Principals...

OTC at the 2017 National Congress on Rural Education

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner was happy to be at the 2017 National Congress on Rural Education in Canada.

One Book, One Province

The One Book, One Province Project wants to bring Saskatchewan together through reading a single book.

Film has Saskatchewan connection

A new film screening in Vancouver Mar.18, has a Saskatchewan connection. Ahtahkakoop’s Cree Nation’s Curtis...

Youth Speak!

Apply now for this opportunity. Deadline is Feb. 27

UPDATE: Library branch renamed to Dr. Freda Ahenakew Branch.

Our organization is truly honoured and pleased to be able to acknowledge her outstanding efforts and perseverance in...

Community Citizenship Ceremony at Wanuskewin Heritage Park

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner was at the community citizenship ceremony on Feb. 8

Saskatoon Public Library names new branch to honour Métis

“We knew that we wanted to honour Indigenous people with the naming of this new facility, and we’re pleased to open...

Reconciliation Room opens at Saskatoon library

Conversation on reconciliation with the Catholic Church

OTC receives award for reconciliation work

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner was recognized by St. Thomas More for our work towards reconciliation.

Aboriginal Peoples Survey report looks at suicidal thoughts

According to the study based off the 2012 Aboriginal Survey, suicidal thoughts were twice as prevalent among...

Celebrating Rock Your Roots

Watch the videos celebrating this summer's Walk for Reconciliation

Orange Shirt Day events in Regina schools

"It’s going to be a day of tears and it’s going to be a day of healing,” said Sarah Longman, supervisor of...

Wîcihitowin Blanket Exercise Teaches Shared History

Aboriginal women recognized for achievements

International business forum talks Reconciliation

“Strong, shared-values relationship drive reconciliation,” said Sean Willy, vice president of Des Nedhe...

Opinion Piece – We All Must Speak Out Against Racism

As Canadians, we all have an obligation to speak up about the racist social media posts which are occurring as a result...

Treaty 6 Gathering at Stoney Knoll

“It’s good to remind each other why we coexist, it’s special to coexist.” Neil Sasakamoose, the executive...

Actions on TRC recommendations remain top priority in Regina

A report on actions being taken on the TRC recommendations will be presented to council by year end, Dec. 31, 2016.

Intercultural Art Contest

Saskatchewan Intercultural Association is holding an art contest and looking for entries!

Rock Your Roots: A Walk For Reconciliation

“To see so many people come out, and to see the diversity of the crowd walking side by side, it literally gave me...

Onion Lake Cree Nation named 2016 Economic Development Community of the Year

Community Kicks Off Month Long of Activities to Promote Reconciliation

Bridging newcomers: Facts, not stereotypes

Stats Canada looking for Enumerators

Statistics Canada is actively preparing for the 2016 Census of Population, which starts in April 2016 in all First...

Unitarian Congregation of Saskatoon talks how reconciliation involves everyone

Sask. teen ‘Imagines a reconciled Canada’

Indigenous resilience the focus of OTC panel during Aboriginal Achievement Week

Event Advisory - Aboriginal Achievement Week

OTC helps welcome new Canadians

Two representatives from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner attended Monday’s citizenship ceremony in Saskatoon.

Economic reconciliation in action in Saskatoon

In an example of economic partnership and reconciliation, English River First Nation and the Peter Ballantyne Cree...

Mawe Wicihitowin – Learning from one another to build community

Cree and Tsuu T'ína Renew Peace Treaty

OTC and Dance Saskatchewan Present Silent Survivors

Treaty 4 Flag Raising Ceremony

Treaty 6 Territory and the Métis Nation of Saskatchewan Flag Raising Ceremony