2024 marks 150 years since the treaties were first signed and celebrations are well underway in Fort Qu’Appelle to mark the anniversary.
Students and teachers descended into the valley to partake in fun, games and lessons in Indigenous teachings Tuesday.
As Global News photographer Derek Putz found out, a century and a half later the focus for these students is the importance of respect, reconciliation and learning.
Watch the video at the top of the page for more on Treaty Days in Saskatchewan.