On Nov. 22, more than 100 people came together to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Office of the Treaty Commissioner in Saskatchewan.
The 30th Anniversary Round Dance and Feast was held in Saskatoon and provided and opportunity for celebration of past work
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Commemorating sombre history
Published - 30/11/2019The Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan and OTC staff attended commemoration ceremony of the 1885 hangings of eight...
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OTC renews college strategic alliance
Published - 04/11/2019The Great Plains College has been working with the OTC since 2012, and in 2017 the first two-year alliance was signed.
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OTC Youth in Service Northern Conference a success
Published - 25/10/2019We are so thankful for everyone who supported the OTC with this event.
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Statement from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner on the passing of Veteran Phillip Ledoux
Published - 25/10/2019A wake and funeral will be held on Mistawasis First Nation
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Learning a Language
Published - 10/10/2019“I feel my heart being connected when I hear my language."
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Statement from the OTC on the passing of Bill McKnight
Published - 06/10/2019It is with heavy heart that the Office of the Treaty Commissioner acknowledges the passing of one of the former Treaty...
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Buffalo People Arts Institute event
Published - 04/10/2019"It was an amazing learning experience and hope to come back again."
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Orange Shirt Day southern Saskatchewan
Published - 02/10/2019The event was attended by over 1,000 students and knowledge keepers from Neekaneet First Nation
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Orange Shirt Day pancake breakfast and round dance
Published - 30/09/2019Orange Shirt Day pancake breakfast and round dance
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Reconciliation group meets at historic site
Published - 27/09/2019Heart of Treaty 6 Reconciliation Circle met in September in historic Frenchman Butte.
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OTC hosts youth empowerment. training conferences
Published - 25/09/2019The Office of the Treaty Commissioner is hosting two youth conferences
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OTC PD Day at Wanuskewin
Published - 23/09/2019Staff at the OTC are working to grow their own knowledge while support the other of others to learn
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Survey finds majority of Sask. residents believe Reconciliation possible
Published - 18/09/2019We learned that people are more familiar with Residential Schools than with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission...
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Saskatoon’s Indigenous engagement conference announces 2019 speaker lineup
Published - 13/09/2019The Wîcihitowin conference brings together leading experts, community and business leaders, elders and youth.
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OTC and Sask. Reconciliation Groups introduce a Vision for Reconciliation
Published - 12/09/2019We are asking people to believe in, and work towards, a better future for everyone.
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Treaty 6 Adhesion Commemoration
Published - 30/08/2019Commemorating 130 years since the signing of Treaty 6 Adhesion at the geographical centre of Saskatchewan, Molanosa.
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Sheldon Krasowski at OTC PD Day
Published - 16/08/2019Sheldon Krasowski, author of No Surrender: The Land Remains Indigenous, joined OTC staff for a professional development...
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Pathway to Reconciliation: City and partners release ayisiyiniwak (Second edition)
Published - 07/08/2019“Being able to understand each other results in building positive, trusting relationships.”
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Teaching Treaties Workshop 2019
Published - 01/08/2019Teaching Treaties in the Classroom workshop was made up enthusiastic group from Saskatchewan, Alberta, Manitoba, India...
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2019 Rock Your Roots Report
Published - 22/07/2019The 2019 Rock Your Roots Report is now available online.
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Treaty 6 Medal Repatriation Ceremony
Published - 04/07/2019“Lots of people came to celebrate with their relations,” said Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan, Mary Culbertson
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Celebrating 140 since Treaty signing at Fort Walsh
Published - 04/07/2019“It was so nice to be back in my ancestors’ traditional lands,” said Trish Greyeyes, executive director of the...
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Passing of Lieutenant Governor Thomas Molloy
Published - 02/07/2019“He was known for his deep respect for Treaty, and his work towards Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples."
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Witchekan Lake First Nation Treaty day
Published - 26/06/2019On Witchekan Lake First Nation, Treaty day was celebrated with hours of activities for both youth and adults.
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Stantec's work towards Reconciliation
Published - 26/06/2019We are so grateful for the time the speaker gave us – a true inspiration!
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Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day in Saskatchewan
Published - 22/06/2019Across the province Saskatchewan residents marked and celebrated National Indigenous Peoples Day.
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Fourth annual Rock Your Roots
Published - 21/06/2019“Today there was just the human race walking as one.”
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Tipi teachings at Pleasent Hill powwow
Published - 15/06/2019The OTC is thankful to have be involved.
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Statement from the Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan on the MMIWG inquiry report
Published - 04/06/2019The Office of the Treaty Commissioner welcomes report from the national inquiry into MMIWG
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ayisinowak: A Communications Guide recognized with award
Published - 27/05/2019“Learning about history and the treaty relationship, and sharing culture is where true reconciliation lies," said...
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Fourth annual Reconciliation Saskatoon flag raising
Published - 24/05/2019The ceremony honoured those who survived the Residential School era, the 60s Scoop, and Day Schools, as well as...
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Poundmaker exonerated
Published - 23/05/2019“I was so happy to be there and so proud. I get emotional when I talk about it ," said OTC's Amy Seesequasis.
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OTC staff day at Wanuskewin
Published - 19/05/2019Medicine Walk and tipi raising during OTC staff learning day at Wanuskewin
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SIIT launches new career bus
Published - 18/05/2019The bus provides mobile career services to communities’ province wide.
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2019 Saskatchewan First Nations Treaty Annuity Payment Schedule
Published - 01/05/2019The schedule of dates, locations and communities for the Treaty annuity payments
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Regina school hosts Treaty Fair
Published - 30/04/2019Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan Mary Culbertson spoke at Thomson Community School
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Statement from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner on the passing of Noel Starblanket
Published - 17/04/2019“It is hard to say goodbye to a mentor, a kind man and a brave survivor. This is an incredible loss, but we will be...
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Prairie Rivers Reconciliation Committee hosts free educational opportunities
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OTC logo design contest
Published - 20/03/2019The Logo Design contest is for students from Kindergarten to Grade 12
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Preparing to commemorate the Woodland Cree 1889 adhesion to Treaty 6
Published - 17/03/2019Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan, Mary Culbertson, says she is honoured to be part of the commemoration celebration...
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Treaty Literacy Fun Night
Published - 11/03/2019“It was an excellent opportunity to engage the parents and grandparents through activities geared towards their...
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Treaty medal ceremony
Published - 06/03/2019“It’s really incredible to see how those kids understand. They now understand what Treaty is, they know they are...
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Senator Sinclair speaks at Heart of Treaty 6 Reconciliation Event
Published - 04/03/2019“Reconciliation at its heart is simple: I want to be your friend and want you to want to be my friend. And if we’re...
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Learning about the Treaty songs
Published - 25/02/2019Teachings about the Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 songs at the Office of the Treaty Commissioner
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OTC witnesses creation of first urban reserve dedicated to education
Published - 13/02/2019Historic signing ceremony creates the first urban reserve in Canada specifically for education
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University of Saskatchewan celebrates Indigenous Achievement
Published - 07/02/2019Forty-two students celebrated during annual Indigenous Achievement Awards
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Speakers bureau events
Published - 25/01/2019Speaker provides forum for discussion and examining of shared history
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ConnectR launches
Published - 22/01/2019ConnectR launch celebrates the start of the website designed to help people on their Reconciliation journeys.
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Talking Treaties at Yorkton high school
Published - 14/01/2019Two days of presentations at Yorkton Regional High School
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OTC speaker member designated Q.C.
Published - 04/01/2019Treaty Commissioner Mary Culbertson congratulates all recipients of the 2018 Queen's Counsel designation
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Seasons Greetings!
Published - 19/12/2018Office of the Treaty Commissioner brings Season's Greetings
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First Nations Membership and Indigenous Rights
Published - 05/12/2018Native Women’s Association of Canada and Saskatchewan Aboriginal Women’s Circle Corporation discussion on First...
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FSIN and the OTC are commemorating 1885 hangings at Fort Battleford.
Published - 26/11/2018FSIN is partnering with the OTC in honouring and remembering the First Nations men who were hung in 1885 at Fort...
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OTC attends ordination of first Indigenous bishop of Saskatoon
Published - 19/11/2018The Treaty Commissioner was pleased to attend the historic event.
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Rural Reconciliation
Published - 09/11/2018A day of learning and sharing for rural Reconciliation
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New resource coming to Saskatchewan Classrooms
Published - 02/11/2018"We are proud to have worked with our First Nations Elders and educators with the assistance of the Ministry of...
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OTC and libraries sign strategic alliance
Published - 30/10/2018“I look forward to all the great things that will come from this alliance.”
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Meet Your Indigenous Neighbours event
Published - 23/10/2018A terrific Reconciliation event.
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Reconciliation coalitions meet and grow
Published - 20/10/2018It was amazing to see how more than 80 diverse leaders come together to identify common objectives ...
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Wicihitowin Aboriginal Engagement Conference
Published - 19/10/2018The 4th annual conference had its largest ever turnout
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OTC supports Blanket Exercise
Published - 18/10/2018Workshop helps people to understand the impacts of colonization
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Grand opening of Saskatoon’s Chief Mistawasis Bridge
Published - 02/10/2018Grand entry kicked off events at the bridge opening
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Orange Shirt Day: Yorkton
Published - 01/10/2018Community members came out to share a meal together
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Regina's Orange Shirt Day 2018
Published - 29/09/2018Orange Shirt Day is for us to collectively honour Indigenous children who survived Indian Residential School
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Yorkton Reconciliation Forum
Published - 28/09/2018"They can be leaders, they can make change."
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OTC at the 2018 Saskatchewan Student Leadership Conference
Published - 21/09/2018Reconciliation: Fulfilling the Spirit and Intent of Treaty through Cultural Awareness and Positive Race Relations.
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Treaty 2 gets new flag, website
Published - 13/09/2018Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan meets with Treaty 2 leadership
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Members of Saskatoon's Chinese community visits Muskeg Lake
Published - 07/09/2018At the end of a beautiful day, the the two communities joined together in a round dance
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Yorkton Tribal Council's Welcome Back to School
Published - 31/08/2018Mary Culbertson, Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan, speaks on the chance to make real change and Treaties in the...
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Treaty 10 Gathering
Published - 19/08/2018Dispatch from a trek north to the beautiful landscape of La Plonge in late July
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Treaty 10 Flag design explained
Published - 17/08/2018“The significance of this flag is that it is something that we can says is ours."
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Walking together against hate in Saskatoon
Published - 11/08/2018Standing together to show that racism and hate have no place in the world.
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Indigenous Research Capacity and Reconciliation Grants
Published - 02/08/2018Deadline for proposals is September 6, 2018
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National Indigenous Peoples Day in Battleford remembers the past
Published - 22/06/2018National Indigenous Peoples Day at Fort Battleford commemorates 1885 Battleford Hanging
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Great Plains College Reconciliation Event
Published - 05/06/2018Truth and Reconciliation, Act Now, Healing Families
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Saskatoon Community Foundation announces first grants from community Reconciliation Fund
Published - 31/05/2018Projects seek “new ways of living together,” and address at least one of the 94 Calls to Action from the Truth and...
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Reconciliation Flag Raising in Saskatoon
Published - 29/05/2018"Respect is Reconciliation, addressing racism is Reconciliation, but most of all Reconciliation is action.”
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Treaty 6, Métis flag raising in Lloydminster
Published - 18/05/2018Lloydminster Catholic School Division raised the Treaty 6 and Métis flags at Holy Rosary High School
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OTC provides safe space for Reconciliation
Published - 04/05/2018Reconciliation panel was invited to have a frank discussion about different aspects of Reconciliation and the barriers...
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Historic Atamiskakewak, National Gathering sheds global light on Reconciliation with first-ever conference
Published - 30/04/2018Events, activities and showcases were featured across the city that fostered dialogue, teaching and learning more about...
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Heart of Treaty 6 Reconciliation
Published - 18/04/2018The partners of Heart of Treaty 6 Reconciliation publicly committed to travelling together on a path of reconciliation.
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OTC Speakers Bureau Gathering
Published - 13/04/2018With Speakers Judge David Arnot and Justice Murray Sinclair
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École St. Paul School installs Treaty 6 medal
Published - 29/03/2018École St. Paul School community has become the first school in Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools to install a Treaty...
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Treaty Fun Night
Published - 28/03/2018A Treaty Family night where kids could show the parents how much they’ve learned about the Treaty Relationship.
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Treaty 6 flag raising at École St. Gerard School
Published - 21/03/2018Event part of a year of learning for staff and students on Reconciliation and the Treaty relationship.
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Reconciliation Regina goes public with Invitation to Participate
Published - 20/03/2018Coming together to build a healthy, inclusive community
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CBC Indigenous launches Beyond 94 - Truth and Reconciliation in Canada Project
Published - 19/03/2018Beyond 94 is an immersive and interactive project on the TRC's 94 Calls to Action
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Treaty Elder Series held at St. Joseph Parish in Saskatoon: "It is an act of reconciliation itself to be here today"
Published - 09/03/2018Parishioners and visitors gathered in a circle at St. Joseph’s Parish Hall in Saskatoon after Sunday Mass Feb. 4,...
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OTC welcoming event
Published - 07/03/2018It was a great opportunity to meet and have conversation with community partners.
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The Business Case for Inclusion
Published - 23/02/2018The Office of the Treaty Commissioner's Milton Tootoosis presented at the Lloyminster Chamber of Commerce Lunch and...
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OTC week in review
Published - 16/02/2018It was a busy week for staff at the Office of the Treaty Commissioner.
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Statement from the Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan
Published - 10/02/2018We need to do better. Saskatchewan needs to do better. Canada needs to do better.
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Treaties 1-11 Gathering hosted by Maskwacis Cree 4 Nations
Published - 01/02/2018“The constant message being echoed at the gathering was the need for action and a unified approach by all treaty...
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Mary Culbertson appointed Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan
Published - 29/01/2018Culbertson begins immediately and will serve as commissioner until January 28, 2021
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SUM Theatre talks Treaties in winter production
Published - 24/01/2018It was created to have the audience "embrace Saskatoon’s Indigenous roots and Multicultural future by exploring our...
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Whitecap Dakota First Nation, Canada make steps towards Reconciliation
Published - 22/01/2018“Together we are charting a path forward that supports their vision of greater self-determination and a sustainable,...
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Vital Conversations: Reconciliation
Published - 15/01/2018The conversation around Reconciliation began after seeing the interest in community health and wellbeing with the...
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Great Plains College formalizes relationship with Office of the Treaty Commissioner
Published - 28/11/2017The college is committed to incorporating Indigenous perspectives and knowledge in capacity building, community service...
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Vital Signs report uses Reconciliation Saskatoon model of community building
Published - 20/11/2017"Growing participation in community events such as the Rock Your Roots, Walk for Reconciliation shows that the people...
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Part of Victoria Park renamed to Reconciliation Circle
Published - 14/11/2017“It’s a community coming together, it doesn’t matter what culture we are from … we are all here for...
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Dr. Alexandra King named Cameco Chair in Indigenous Health
Published - 27/09/2017Dr. Alexandra King will begin a five-year term based in the University of Saskatchewan’s College of Medicine on Oct....
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OTC at Word on the Street
Published - 24/09/2017The Office of the Treaty Commissioner was at Word on the Street
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Treaty 4 flags fly in Regina
Published - 18/09/2017“Raising Treaty 4 flags on Albert Street honours the contribution Indigenous people have made to the building and...
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Regina Symphony Orchestra launches Reconciliation Project With Buffy Sainte-Marie
Published - 15/09/2017The Regina Symphony Orchestra (RSO) has launched a project with Buff Sainte-Marie to create an open dialogue on Truth...
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Treaty 6, Metis Homeland flag raised over Lakeland College campuses
Published - 14/09/2017Flag raising an outward sign of the steps Lakeland College is making towards Reconciliation
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OTC executive director recognized as a U of S Canada 150 Citizen
Published - 11/09/2017 1As part of the U of S Canada 150 Project, the University of Saskatchewan is recognizing 10 remarkable members of the...
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Chief Poundmaker museum float
Published - 21/08/2017The youth who joined on the float were so happy and proud to be involved.
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Treaty Catalyst Teacher Workshops
Published - 10/08/2017There are now nineteen more teachers who are certified to deliver the Day 1 and Day 2 workshops...
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Ayisinowak: A Communications Guide launched
Published - 06/07/2017The City of Saskatoon has launched a new resource to enhance our understanding of Aboriginal culture and practices
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Second annual Rock Your Roots, Walk for Reconciliation
Published - 23/06/2017“It was a wonderful celebration. A celebration honouring survivors, a celebration honouring Indigenous cultures and a...
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I am the Bridge anti-racism campaign launched
Published - 20/06/2017Over the past year, the City of Saskatoon invited residents to submit videos this is the response.
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New website is resource for education on residential schools and Reconciliation
Published - 20/06/2017New website to supports learning and teaching legacy of residential schools and Reconciliation
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Lloydminster Casino Sod Turning Ceremony
Published - 13/06/2017It means economic diversification and spending for the city
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Mother Teresa students help tell Saskatchewan’s history through art and e-books
Published - 12/06/2017“I wanted to tie in art,” said Gallays. “Books need art. Plus the process of creating art helps tell the story,...
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STC Language Festival
Published - 18/05/2017Elders welcome students from Saskatoon Tribal Council to Annual Language Festival.
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Reconciliation Saskatoon media launch
Published - 17/05/2017“I've never seen such progress ... as I've seen in last 3 years, but we can't rest on our laurels,” said...
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Reconciliation Saskatoon - Month of Events
Published - 17/05/2017A month of events open to everyone leading up to the annual Walk for Reconciliation on National Aboriginal Day
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Wear red in honour of MMIW
Published - 04/05/2017Wearing red acknowledges that those who have gone missing or have suffered a violent death
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Reconciliation agreement signed between FSIN and Elbow, SK.
Published - 28/04/2017The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations Executive and the town of Elbow are encouraging Saskatchewan’s...
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OTC speaker keynote at libraries conference
Published - 27/04/2017Lyndon Linklater is the keynote at the Saskatchewan Libraries Association conference
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U of S Nursing Reconciliation award seeks applications
Published - 14/04/2017The Dr. Gerri Dickson Leadership in Reconciliation Award is designed to recognize College of Nursing students for their...
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David Arnot receives citizen of the year award
Published - 07/04/2017At the end of March, David Arnot received his CTV Saskatoon Citizen of the Year award at a reception attended by the...
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OTC speaker at Canadian principals' conference
Published - 30/03/2017Annie Battiste will speak on the topic of Reconciliation within the School at the Canadian Association of Principals...
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OTC at the 2017 National Congress on Rural Education
Published - 28/03/2017The Office of the Treaty Commissioner was happy to be at the 2017 National Congress on Rural Education in Canada.
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One Book, One Province
Published - 14/03/2017The One Book, One Province Project wants to bring Saskatchewan together through reading a single book.
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Film has Saskatchewan connection
Published - 09/03/2017A new film screening in Vancouver Mar.18, has a Saskatchewan connection. Ahtahkakoop’s Cree Nation’s Curtis...
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UPDATE: Library branch renamed to Dr. Freda Ahenakew Branch.
Published - 10/02/2017Our organization is truly honoured and pleased to be able to acknowledge her outstanding efforts and perseverance in...
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Community Citizenship Ceremony at Wanuskewin Heritage Park
Published - 08/02/2017The Office of the Treaty Commissioner was at the community citizenship ceremony on Feb. 8
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Saskatoon Public Library names new branch to honour Métis
Published - 27/11/2016“We knew that we wanted to honour Indigenous people with the naming of this new facility, and we’re pleased to open...
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OTC receives award for reconciliation work
Published - 31/10/2016The Office of the Treaty Commissioner was recognized by St. Thomas More for our work towards reconciliation.
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Aboriginal Peoples Survey report looks at suicidal thoughts
Published - 21/10/2016According to the study based off the 2012 Aboriginal Survey, suicidal thoughts were twice as prevalent among...
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Celebrating Rock Your Roots
Published - 12/10/2016Watch the videos celebrating this summer's Walk for Reconciliation
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Orange Shirt Day events in Regina schools
Published - 30/09/2016"It’s going to be a day of tears and it’s going to be a day of healing,” said Sarah Longman, supervisor of...
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International business forum talks Reconciliation
Published - 25/08/2016“Strong, shared-values relationship drive reconciliation,” said Sean Willy, vice president of Des Nedhe...
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Opinion Piece – We All Must Speak Out Against Racism
Published - 25/08/2016As Canadians, we all have an obligation to speak up about the racist social media posts which are occurring as a result...
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Treaty 6 Gathering at Stoney Knoll
Published - 23/08/2016“It’s good to remind each other why we coexist, it’s special to coexist.” Neil Sasakamoose, the executive...
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Actions on TRC recommendations remain top priority in Regina
Published - 15/08/2016A report on actions being taken on the TRC recommendations will be presented to council by year end, Dec. 31, 2016.
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Intercultural Art Contest
Published - 04/07/2016Saskatchewan Intercultural Association is holding an art contest and looking for entries!
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Rock Your Roots: A Walk For Reconciliation
Published - 04/07/2016“To see so many people come out, and to see the diversity of the crowd walking side by side, it literally gave me...
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Onion Lake Cree Nation named 2016 Economic Development Community of the Year
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Community Kicks Off Month Long of Activities to Promote Reconciliation
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Stats Canada looking for Enumerators
Published - 26/03/2016Statistics Canada is actively preparing for the 2016 Census of Population, which starts in April 2016 in all First...
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Unitarian Congregation of Saskatoon talks how reconciliation involves everyone
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Indigenous resilience the focus of OTC panel during Aboriginal Achievement Week
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OTC helps welcome new Canadians
Published - 09/02/2016Two representatives from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner attended Monday’s citizenship ceremony in Saskatoon.
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Economic reconciliation in action in Saskatoon
Published - 03/02/2016In an example of economic partnership and reconciliation, English River First Nation and the Peter Ballantyne Cree...
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Treaty 6 Territory and the Métis Nation of Saskatchewan Flag Raising Ceremony
Published - 25/10/2013