First Nations University of Canada holds powwow at Regina Brandt Centre
A powwow was held at the Brandt Centre in Regina.
Canada
Apr 20
First Nations University of Canada to offer Indigenous journalism degree
The Bachelor of Arts in Indigenous Journalism and Communication Arts blends multimedia training with the study of Indigenous issues and languages.
Canada
Mar 11
Sask. government funds Indigenous languages programs in the north
Saskatchewan announced funding the First Nations University of Canada for two Indigenous language programs: in Hatchet Lake Denesuline Nation and Waterhen Lake First Nation.
Canada
Mar 11
Regina Brandt Centre powwow attendees assaulted with bear spray: Regina police
Regina police say a bear spray incident occurred at a powwow held at the Brandt Centre Saturday night.
Crime
Apr 21
Regina Police Service hosts Indigenous police academy at First Nations University
At Treaty 4 Police Academy, students experience firearms training, first aid courses, drills and cultural sessions, in hopes they will decide on a career in Saskatchewan policing.
Canada
May 4
Governor General to make 1st official visit to Saskatchewan next week
Gov. Gen. Mary Simon will be making her official visit to Saskatchewan with stops in Regina and Saskatoon from April 22 to 24.
Canada
Apr 18
NACI recommends universal immunization program against RSV for all infants
The National Advisory Committee on Immunization is recommending a universal immunization program against respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, for all infants.
Canada
May 17
Manitoba Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2024 announced
A pair of former university standouts, four builders, and two teams make up the Manitoba Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2024. The official announcement was made during a news conference held on Tuesday at the University of Winnpeg’s Duckworth Centre, which houses the Manitoba Basketball Hall of Fame and Museum. Jennifer Finch and Keith...
Sports
May 14
Alberta announces committee to help speed up oilsands tailings reclamation
The six-member committee includes a UCP MLA, a retired oilsands executive, an engineer, a former PC MLA, a former regulator and the former chief of the Fort McKay First Nation.
Canada
May 7
Are Canada’s water bombers ready for forest fires?
Canada's firefighting resources were strained last year. An expert warns the backbone, the water bombers, are old and may struggle this year if Canada sees many fires this year.
Canada
May 15
Manitoba Métis Federation president blasts Ontario group during identity summit
One of the topics up for discussion is Bill C-53, a federal piece of legislation that seeks to formally recognize Métis governments in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario.
Canada
May 14
Red Dress Day commemorated in Saskatchewan: ‘Gives meaning to resilience’
Angela Jaime, University of Saskatchewan Indigenous Engagement Vice-Provost said Sunday is a day of observance and education.
Canada
May 5
The West Block Transcript, Episode 35, Season 13
As clashes escalate between protesters and police on American university campuses, will Canada follow suit? Last week, police in Calgary took a similar approach.
Politics
May 12
Four people take their place in the Guelph Sports Hall of Fame
Paul Ante, David Clutchy, Pat teBoekhorst, and Danielle Everitt-Sinclair were officially inducted in a ceremony held at the Italian Canadian Club in Guelph on Wednesday night.
Sports
May 16
The Good Games return to University of Guelph in July
The Good Games will see former Olympians and amateurs compete in a multi-sport event on July 6 and 7. The event is free to attend.
Sports
May 1
U of R dean highlights need for more Indigenous representation in nursing
For National Nursing Week, the dean for the University of Regina's faculty of nursing is focusing on the need to recruit and retain Indigenous nurses in Saskatchewan.
Canada
May 7
What G7 phase-out of ‘unabated’ coal-powered energy means for Canada
Canada signed a pledge to phase out coal-fired electricity by 2030 with other G7 countries but plans to keep producing coal for steel production.
Canada
May 2
Kingston, Ont.’s Aaliyah Edwards selected by the Washington Mystics at WNBA Draft
Kingston, Ont.'s Aaliyah Edwards is the latest Canadian headed to the WNBA. The UConn Huskies Forward was selected by the Washington Mystics 6th overall Monday night in Brooklyn.
Sports
Apr 15
Peel police chief met Sri Lankan officer a court says ‘participated’ in torture
The head of one of Peel's police met with a Sri Lankan official who had been found by that country’s highest court to have 'participated in the torture' of an arrested man.
Canada
Apr 23
Crude oil flowing into B.C. through Trans Mountain pipeline expansion
Wednesday marks the first official operational day for the Trans Mountain expansion pipeline in both B.C. and Alberta.
Canada
May 1
