The Office of the Treaty Commissioner welcomes the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations and the Government of Canada appointment of Dr. Kathy Walker as the new Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan.

“We are excited to welcome the new Treaty Commissioner and look forward to her guidance and ideas as we move forward with Treaty education, continue to grow our archives ensuring the voices of Elders and Knowledge Keepers are heard, and guide others in Truth and Reconciliation through Treaty implementation,” said Angie Merasty, Executive Director of the Office of the Treaty Commissioner.

Dr. Walker started in the role Sept. 30, 2024, on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Dr. Walker is looking forward to supporting dialogue on Treaties, and looking to create greater understanding, action and implementation of the numbered Treaties in Saskatchewan.

Throughout her career, Dr. Walker has worked with Indigenous Nations and organizations in Saskatchewan and Alberta. Her research has been informed by community connections, and she is invested in program and policy development initiatives. She is nêhiyaw iskwêw with Saulteaux, Nakoda and Métis lineages and is a member of okimâw Okanese’s band, signatory to Treaty 4, where she grew up.

Dr. Walker holds a Master of Political Science, a Master of Business Administration, and PhD in Political Science. She comes to the OTC from the University of Saskatchewan where she was an assistant professor in political studies.

Dr. Walker is the sixth Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan, and the second woman to hold the role.