First Nations in Saskatchewan

Atlas Growers welcomes Pasqua First Nation as major shareholder, announces plans for traditional medicines-driven cannabis product

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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Atlas first welcomed Pasqua First Nation as a shareholder in 2018.

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  • Atlas first welcomed Pasqua First Nation as a shareholder in 2018.
  • Since then, the two organizations have forged a true partnership, including a unique Indigenous brand and product line called Mino-Ahki Good Earth.
  • This project will produce a first-of-its-kind topical cream that combines traditional medicines and remedies with Atlas medicinal cannabis extracts and proprietary formulations.
  • Pasqua First Nation #79 is a Saulteaux/Cree First Nation located 60km northeast of Regina and 15 km west of Fort Qu'Appelle, Saskatchewan.

Steel River Group Announces Partnership with Black Lake Denesuline First Nation

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
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CALGARY, Alberta, July 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Steel River Group Ltd. (Steel River), an Indigenous-owned diversified management and construction consortium, has announced a new partnership with Black Lake Denesuline First Nation (Black Lake), located in Northern Saskatchewans Athabasca Basin Region.

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  • CALGARY, Alberta, July 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Steel River Group Ltd. (Steel River), an Indigenous-owned diversified management and construction consortium, has announced a new partnership with Black Lake Denesuline First Nation (Black Lake), located in Northern Saskatchewans Athabasca Basin Region.
  • I am proud to announce our new partnership with Black Lake Denesuline First Nation, said Trent Fequet, founder and CEO of Steel River Group.
  • The First Nation owns numerous businesses, Black Lake Development, Black Lake Ventures, and Waterfound Development Corp.
    As a partner of Steel River, Black Lake will have access to existing Ecosystem subsidiaries and relationships that will benefit the Nation with an increased scope of services and bring forth additional opportunities to the Nations current businesses and operations.
  • Steel River is honored to welcome Black Lake Denesuline First Nation to the Steel River Ecosystem and work together on projects that will contribute to the well-being of the Nation, while continuing to diversify its economic position.

MDU Resources Subsidiaries Expanding Natural Gas Service to Wahpeton, Kindred

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Monday, July 26, 2021
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BISMARCK, N.D., July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. and WBI Energy, Inc., both subsidiaries of MDU Resources Group, Inc. (NYSE: MDU), today announced plans for a natural gas pipeline expansion project in eastern North Dakota that will provide more natural gas to customers in Wahpeton, North Dakota, and extend natural gas service to Kindred, North Dakota.

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  • BISMARCK, N.D., July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. and WBI Energy, Inc., both subsidiaries of MDU Resources Group, Inc. (NYSE: MDU), today announced plans for a natural gas pipeline expansion project in eastern North Dakota that will provide more natural gas to customers in Wahpeton, North Dakota, and extend natural gas service to Kindred, North Dakota.
  • We are excited to provide additional natural gas to the cities of Wahpeton and Kindred.
  • "We are excited to provide additional natural gas to the cities of Wahpeton and Kindred," said David L. Goodin, president and CEO of MDU Resources.
  • As part of this project, Montana-Dakota Utilities also will extend natural gas utility service to the city of Kindred, at the request of city officials and residents.

Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society celebrates declaration of Indigenous-led protection of the Saskatchewan River Delta by Cumberland House Cree Nation

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Thursday, June 17, 2021
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A recent public opinion survey commissioned by CPAWS found that 79% of Saskatchewan residents supported greater environmental stewardship of the Delta.

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  • A recent public opinion survey commissioned by CPAWS found that 79% of Saskatchewan residents supported greater environmental stewardship of the Delta.
  • "CPAWS Saskatchewan is proud to play a supporting role to Cumberland House Cree Nation as they continue to achieve their conservation-focused vision for their traditional territory and the Saskatchewan River Delta, said Gord Vaadeland, Executive Director, CPAWS-SK.
  • CPAWS will continue to work with all partners in developing a co-management plan for the Saskatchewan River Delta.
  • This Declaration is a powerful demonstration of Indigenous leadership in conservation by Cumberland House Cree Nation.

Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation acquires 100 per cent ownership of Backwoods Energy Services

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021
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EDMONTON, Alberta, June 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation (ANSN) today announced it has acquired Steel River Groups interest in Backwoods Energy Services (Backwoods).

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  • EDMONTON, Alberta, June 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation (ANSN) today announced it has acquired Steel River Groups interest in Backwoods Energy Services (Backwoods).
  • This is a great day for Alexis, and I am beyond proud to see our Nation achieve this significant milestone that will improve the socio-economic gaps for our Nation, said Chief Tony Alexis of Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation.
  • Located west ofEdmonton, the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation (ANSN) is situated on Treaty 6 territory and is the furthest northwest representation of the Siouan language.
  • Backwoods works with industry to create meaningful partnerships and deliver exceptional results to its clients while creating economic opportunity for the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation.

Steel River Group announces sale of interest in Backwoods Energy Services to Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021
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CALGARY, Alberta, June 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Steel River Group Ltd. (Steel River), an Indigenous-owned diversified management and construction consortium, is proud to announce the sale of its minority interest in Backwoods Energy Services (Backwoods) to the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation (ANSN), in addition to the signing of an MOU between Steel River and ANSN.

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  • CALGARY, Alberta, June 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Steel River Group Ltd. (Steel River), an Indigenous-owned diversified management and construction consortium, is proud to announce the sale of its minority interest in Backwoods Energy Services (Backwoods) to the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation (ANSN), in addition to the signing of an MOU between Steel River and ANSN.
  • Maximizing Indigenous employment, education, ownership and entrepreneurial experience is at the core of the Steel River Group mission.
  • Steel River entered into a strategic investment partnership with ANSN in 2017, making ANSN the first Indigenous Partner to become part of the Steel River Ecosystem.
  • It brings me great pride to say that Backwoods Energy Services is now a 100 per cent First Nations-owned business, said Chief Tony Alexis of Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation.

Owlkids, 4Canoes, and GoodMinds.com partner to create special youth magazine for National Indigenous Peoples Day 2021

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021
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TORONTO, June 9, 2021 /CNW/ - To mark National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day, publishers Owlkids, 4Canoes, and GoodMinds.com are excited to announce the release of The Ojibwe of Great Spirit Island: Celebrating Indigenous Culture Together, a special magazine for kids ages 4 to 12 which is available on newsstands across Canada now.

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  • TORONTO, June 9, 2021 /CNW/ - To mark National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day, publishers Owlkids, 4Canoes, and GoodMinds.com are excited to announce the release of The Ojibwe of Great Spirit Island: Celebrating Indigenous Culture Together, a special magazine for kids ages 4 to 12 which is available on newsstands across Canada now.
  • Kelly Brownbill, Senior Editor of 4Canoes, welcomes the opportunity to partner with a mainstream publisher.
  • We hope this special issue is just one stop along a learning journey that recognizes the culture and achievements of Indigenous Peoples," shares Owlkids editor, Jackie Farquhar.
  • The Ojibwe of Great Spirit Island: Celebrating Indigenous Culture Togetherretails for $8.99 CDN and is available now on newsstands across Canada and at shop.owlkids.com/ojibwe .

My Fruit Truck Sets for 2021 Tour

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Monday, May 31, 2021
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SIOUX FALLS, S.D., May 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- My Fruit Truck is a family-owned fresh fruit farm based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

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  • SIOUX FALLS, S.D., May 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- My Fruit Truck is a family-owned fresh fruit farm based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
  • The Fruit Truck has made rounds through states, including South Dakota, Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Wyoming, Washington, Texas, Oklahoma, Wisconsin, etc.
  • So, if you are in any of the appointed locations and have a penchant for fresh cherries or peaches, you can find out about My Fruit Truck Tour scheduleand how you can be a part of their delivery for the year, making My Fruit Truck Reservation for yourself.
  • By looking up My Fruit Truck Reservation , you will also get to see the prices of their produce by weight.

The First-Ever IDEA (Inclusivity, Diversity and Equity in Advertising) Competition Announces Jury Members

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Tuesday, April 27, 2021
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Newly appointed jury members include:\nSonya Ballantyne Writer and filmmaker originally from Misipawistik Cree Nation in Northern Manitoba.

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  • Newly appointed jury members include:\nSonya Ballantyne Writer and filmmaker originally from Misipawistik Cree Nation in Northern Manitoba.
  • Sonya\'s creative work focuses on Indigenous women and girls often in non-traditional genres such as sci-fi, fantasy and superhero films.
  • Chris lived the first 40 years of her life as a heterosexual man before coming out as a trans woman.
  • As a champion of diversity and inclusion, Brandon leads Bell\'s partnership with the ICA / IDEA competition, and acts as an office lead for Bell\'s Diversity and Inclusion Think Tank (DAITT).\nDr.

Government of Canada COVID-19 Update for Indigenous Peoples and communities

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Friday, April 16, 2021
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For example, the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation recently launched the "Your Health, Our Strength" campaign to continue to encourage vaccine uptake.

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  • For example, the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation recently launched the "Your Health, Our Strength" campaign to continue to encourage vaccine uptake.
  • The goal of the campaign is to provide trusted information about vaccination and vaccines, allowing Indigenous Peoples to make informed decisions.
  • This campaign is supported by Indigenous Services Canada.Previously, the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation created and managed the successful "#ProtectOurElders" COVID-19 outreach campaign.
  • Next week the CAF will potentiallydepending on weather in Northern Manitobaassist three communities: Barren Lands First Nation, O-Pipon-Na-Piwin Cree First Nation and Northlands First Nation.\n'