Statement from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner

The commissioner works to share the influences of these individuals with others, championing women in leadership and...

Bi-Giwen: Coming Home – Truth Telling from the Sixties Scoop

The exhibit is traveling to Regina, Saskatoon, Prince Albert, North Battleford, Yorkton and Swift Current.

Yorkton Mill host Indigenous Tuesday Teachings

Yorkton Brick Mill Heritage Society is furthering their work towards reconciliation by hosting Indigenous Tuesday...

OTC marks Orange Shirt Day

Wearing orange on September 30 continues to be a way to honour Residential School Survivors

Every Child Matters Walk

The walk was hosted to honour the Survivors and children impacted by the Indian Residential Schools.

Pathfinder: Finding Your Way to Economic Reconciliation

The event was designed to help professionals understand Economic Reconciliation.

OTC congratulates Gilbert Kewistep for award

Gilbert’s drive and support of reconciliation in Saskatchewan makes him so worthy of this recognition.

Orange T-Shirts available at OTC

Orange T-shirts to Honour the Truth and Every Child Matters

OTC and Reconciliation Nipawin host event

Fulfilling the Promises: Treaty right to Education for Residential School Survivors

Statement from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner

Losing leaders is always difficult, but we know their memory lives on through their teaching and positive impacts on...

Statement from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner

It has been five years since 22-year-old Colten Boushie was fatally shot. It is five years that Debbie Baptiste has...

Statement from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner on the appointment of Judge David Arnot to the Canadian Senate

"The Senate will be complimented by the knowledge that he has painstakingly and patiently acquired. He will be a voice...

A Statement from the Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan

It has been amazing week for women.

OTC shares history though Eagle Feather News

By telling stories about Treaties through archival documents, we can further promote Treaty literacy.

Statement from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner

Take time to learn about residential schools: Listen to the experiences of survivors, read the reports from the TRC

OTC celebrates the graduates of 2021

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner is so pleased to congratulate all the graduates of 2021!

A Statement from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner

 The Office of the Treaty Commissioner celebrates the passing of Bill C-5 by the senate.

OTC encourages learning more about residential schools

The OTC created a list of suggested readings

Statement on the discovery of remains at a residential school

I grew up hearing the stories, and there was never a single good one. 

OTC Statement celebrating the work of Eleanore Sunchild

"She will continue to stand for justice and continue to do the despite barriers because of the people who stand with...

Statement from the OTC

In Canada, May 5th is a national day to raise awareness of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls.

OTC visit to Canoe Lake Cree Nation

The Treaty Commissioner is pleased to be able to visit communities and have discussions on Treaty relationships.

Statement from the OTC

Office of the Treaty Commissioner joins many in remembering Victor John Jr. Thunderchild

Treaty Commissioner a YQR Agent for Change

"We want to rally the community around practical ways to advance reconciliation."

A Statement from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner has long been anticipating the findings and recommendations from the Civilian...

Statement on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.

Every year on March 21, we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner celebrates Chief Tammy Cook-Searson

We celebrate Cook-Searson for her trail blazing work and the example she has set for women today and for our future...

International Women's Day

There are many great examples of Indigenous women doing incredible work, too many to name, but we still have a long way...

T-shirt supports OTC's Youth In Service Program

"Respecting diversity and providing all humans with equal rights is what reconciliation is about, and I think this...

Teaching Treaties in the Classroom goes online

“I could feel the energy of the people even though we were miles apart, it felt like we were with them in a...

Statement from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner

The OTC celebrates the appointment of Louise Halfe as Canada’s Parliamentary Poet Laureate

Office of the Treaty Commissioners opens archive containing historical Treaty materials

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner opens a public library and archives

Statement from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner

While we have lost our knowledge keepers, their teachings will go on. We will miss them.

Partnerships see more masks ready to be shared

Thank you for everyone who is partnering with us and others to ensure everyone has the chance to stay safe and healthy....

Partnering to support youth

Saskatoon Open Door Society starts a new relationship with the Office of the Treaty Commissioner that focuses on...

OTC calls for cultural competency training in schools

“I wore a ribbon skirt to the swearing in of our Lieutenant Governor and I wore a ribbon skirt to meet the Governor...

OTC joins Saskatoon sleigh ride

OTC joins Christmas parade for school children

OTC supports Reconciliation Saskatoon event

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner was excited to support An Evening of Story and Song.

Peepeekisis Cree Nation ratifies land claim

Claim in the making since 1986

OTC enters partnership with Saskatchewan Polytechnic

“This partnership is one I am very proud of and excited to see unfold.”

Statement from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner on the passing of Elder Mike Maurice

Métis Nation – Saskatchewan Senator Elder Mike Maurice will be missed

Statement from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner on the passing of Fred Sasakamoose

Condolences to the Sasakamoose family and to all those who held him dear in their hearts.

New agreement supports reconciliation and Treaty education at USask

OTC enters into a partnership with the University of Saskatchewan

Youth Cultural Exchange

Indigenous and Newcomer youth learn more about each other in this event

OTC attends Interpretive Storyboard Launch

Treaty Commissioner Culbertson attends storyboard history unveiling in Yorkton

OTC marks Orange Shirt Day

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner asks that people wear an orange shirt on Sept. 30 to show their support.

Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations annoucement

An announcement from the Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations.

OTC celebrates the repatriation of the Treaty medal to Beardy’s and Okemasis’ Cree Nation

“Today’s ceremony giving back Treaty medals is a step towards righting the historical wrongs."

Learning from Saskatchewan's first Indigenous Lieutenant Governor

OTC youth hear from Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan Russ Mirasty

Treaty Learning Network revitalized

OTC looks forward to supporting teachers and educators across the province with teaching Treaties

OTC staff attends 2020 grad

OTC staff was excited to celebrate with the students of Shoal Lake's 2020 graduating class

Summer reconciliation challenge underway

More than 300 participants from across Saskatchewan agreed to find and respond to a call to action each week for 8...

OTC celebrates SK Youth poet laureate Peace Akintade

Peace is an African-Canadian poet, spoken word artist and sought-after public speaker, and now living in Saskatoon

OTC celebrates the graduates of 2020

We are proud of you, your impact, and we are excited to see what you do next.

OTC hosts virtual NIPD event

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner hosted a virtual National Indigenous Peoples Day event on June 21.

Using Treaty to Address Inequities in Saskatchewan Standards of Living

In partnership with the Saskatchewan Index of Wellbeing

OTC marks 5th anniversary since the release of TRC Calls to Action

Reconciliation is a way forward from past wrongs, and current challenges.

Yorkton Reconciliation

Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan supports reconciliation work in Yorkton

OTC staff learnings

OTC supports the Masked Makers

The OTC supports the work of the Masked Makers as they support northern communities during COVID-19

OTC youth continues activism during COVID19

Jessica Sinclair isn’t letting COVID-19 slow down her awareness raising work.

Baby bison born at Wanuskewin

Wanuskewin Heritage Park celebrates the birth of a baby bison.

MCC Sask Treaty Land Acknowledgment installation

"The Treaty Land Acknowledgement plaque is meant to be a daily touchstone for us as we enter this building."

BATC Elders share advice during COVID-19

Elders share advice during COVID-19

COVID-19 Message from the Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan

By staying home and supporting each other from a distance we can beat COVID-19.

OTC's response to COVID-19

In response to the ongoing public health emergency, COVID-19, the OTC is making some changes to operations.

Historica Canada launches Reconciliation podcast

Historica Canada launches three-part podcast series on Residential Schools

OTC in Fond du Lac

“I believe they left with so much more than can ever be taught in a classroom, the cultural and traditional exchange...

OTC Youth Culture Camp

According to the youth, by the end of the time there the camp felt like it was home.

Committing to walk the path of Reconciliation

“This is truly an investment in our province and like any investment it will take time, but it is crucial that we...

Aboriginal Storytelling Month

Across Saskatchewan in February, libraries, schools and organizations will host Aboriginal storytelling events.

Reconciliation Saskatoon says goodbye to co-founder

“Gilles has done so much for citizens of the city. He’s been an advocate for Indigenous people and has been able to...

Witness Blanket stops in North Battleford

The original is a cedar-framed work inspired by a woven blanket and includes hundreds of objects recovered from 77...

Growing knowledge on Treaty relationships

OTC working to engage more people in Truth and Reconciliation and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to...

OTC selects new logo

"To us, her written submission was moving because she talked about the spirit and intent of Treaty."

Commemorating sombre history

The Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan and OTC staff attended commemoration ceremony of the 1885 hangings of eight...

OTC celebrates 30 years of Treaty work

Round dance, feast, and giveaway marked the event

OTC renews college strategic alliance

The Great Plains College has been working with the OTC since 2012, and in 2017 the first two-year alliance was signed.

OTC Youth in Service Northern Conference a success

We are so thankful for everyone who supported the OTC with this event.

Statement from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner on the passing of Veteran Phillip Ledoux

A wake and funeral will be held on Mistawasis First Nation

Learning a Language

“I feel my heart being connected when I hear my language."

Statement from the OTC on the passing of Bill McKnight

It is with heavy heart that the Office of the Treaty Commissioner acknowledges the passing of one of the former Treaty...

Buffalo People Arts Institute event

"It was an amazing learning experience and hope to come back again."

Orange Shirt Day southern Saskatchewan

The event was attended by over 1,000 students and knowledge keepers from Neekaneet First Nation

Orange Shirt Day pancake breakfast and round dance

Orange Shirt Day pancake breakfast and round dance

Reconciliation group meets at historic site

Heart of Treaty 6 Reconciliation Circle met in September in historic Frenchman Butte.

OTC hosts youth empowerment. training conferences

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner is hosting two youth conferences

OTC PD Day at Wanuskewin

Staff at the OTC are working to grow their own knowledge while support the other of others to learn

Survey finds majority of Sask. residents believe Reconciliation possible

We learned that people are more familiar with Residential Schools than with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission...

Saskatoon’s Indigenous engagement conference announces 2019 speaker lineup

The Wîcihitowin conference brings together leading experts, community and business leaders, elders and youth.

OTC and Sask. Reconciliation Groups introduce a Vision for Reconciliation

We are asking people to believe in, and work towards, a better future for everyone.

Treaty 6 Adhesion Commemoration

Commemorating 130 years since the signing of Treaty 6 Adhesion at the geographical centre of Saskatchewan, Molanosa.

Sheldon Krasowski at OTC PD Day

Sheldon Krasowski, author of No Surrender: The Land Remains Indigenous, joined OTC staff for a professional development...

Pathway to Reconciliation: City and partners release ayisiyiniwak (Second edition)

“Being able to understand each other results in building positive, trusting relationships.”

Teaching Treaties Workshop 2019

Teaching Treaties in the Classroom workshop was made up enthusiastic group from Saskatchewan, Alberta, Manitoba, India...

2019 Rock Your Roots Report

The 2019 Rock Your Roots Report is now available online.

Treaty 6 Medal Repatriation Ceremony

“Lots of people came to celebrate with their relations,” said Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan, Mary Culbertson

Celebrating 140 since Treaty signing at Fort Walsh

“It was so nice to be back in my ancestors’ traditional lands,” said Trish Greyeyes, executive director of the...

Passing of Lieutenant Governor Thomas Molloy

“He was known for his deep respect for Treaty, and his work towards Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples."

Witchekan Lake First Nation Treaty day

On Witchekan Lake First Nation, Treaty day was celebrated with hours of activities for both youth and adults.

Stantec's work towards Reconciliation

We are so grateful for the time the speaker gave us – a true inspiration!

Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day in Saskatchewan

Across the province Saskatchewan residents marked and celebrated National Indigenous Peoples Day.

Fourth annual Rock Your Roots

“Today there was just the human race walking as one.”

Tipi teachings at Pleasent Hill powwow

The OTC is thankful to have be involved.

Statement from the Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan on the MMIWG inquiry report

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner welcomes report from the national inquiry into MMIWG

ayisinowak: A Communications Guide recognized with award

“Learning about history and the treaty relationship, and sharing culture is where true reconciliation lies," said...

Fourth annual Reconciliation Saskatoon flag raising

The ceremony honoured those who survived the Residential School era, the 60s Scoop, and Day Schools, as well as...

Poundmaker exonerated

“I was so happy to be there and so proud. I get emotional when I talk about it ," said OTC's Amy Seesequasis.

OTC staff day at Wanuskewin

Medicine Walk and tipi raising during OTC staff learning day at Wanuskewin

SIIT launches new career bus

The bus provides mobile career services to communities’ province wide.

2019 Saskatchewan First Nations Treaty Annuity Payment Schedule

The schedule of dates, locations and communities for the Treaty annuity payments

Regina school hosts Treaty Fair

Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan Mary Culbertson spoke at Thomson Community School

Statement from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner on the passing of Noel Starblanket

“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...

Prairie Rivers Reconciliation Committee hosts free educational opportunities

OTC logo design contest

The Logo Design contest is for students from Kindergarten to Grade 12

Preparing to commemorate the Woodland Cree 1889 adhesion to Treaty 6

Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan, Mary Culbertson, says she is honoured to be part of the commemoration celebration...

Treaty Literacy Fun Night

“It was an excellent opportunity to engage the parents and grandparents through activities geared towards their...

Treaty medal ceremony

“It’s really incredible to see how those kids understand. They now understand what Treaty is, they know they are...

Senator Sinclair speaks at Heart of Treaty 6 Reconciliation Event

“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...

Learning about the Treaty songs

Teachings about the Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 songs at the Office of the Treaty Commissioner

OTC witnesses creation of first urban reserve dedicated to education

Historic signing ceremony creates the first urban reserve in Canada specifically for education

University of Saskatchewan celebrates Indigenous Achievement

Forty-two students celebrated during annual Indigenous Achievement Awards

Speakers bureau events

Speaker provides forum for discussion and examining of shared history

ConnectR launches

ConnectR launch celebrates the start of the website designed to help people on their Reconciliation journeys.

Talking Treaties at Yorkton high school

Two days of presentations at Yorkton Regional High School

OTC speaker member designated Q.C.

Treaty Commissioner Mary Culbertson congratulates all recipients of the 2018 Queen's Counsel designation

Seasons Greetings!

Office of the Treaty Commissioner brings Season's Greetings

First Nations Membership and Indigenous Rights

Native Women’s Association of Canada and Saskatchewan Aboriginal Women’s Circle Corporation discussion on First...

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