James Smith Cree Nation

Response to National Joint Board of Investigation into the release and supervision of Myles Sanderson

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) and the Parole Board of Canada (PBC) responded today to the results and recommendations of a National Joint Board of Investigation (BOI) into the case of Myles Sanderson, who was a first-time federal offender on statutory release.

Key Points: 
  • The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) and the Parole Board of Canada (PBC) responded today to the results and recommendations of a National Joint Board of Investigation (BOI) into the case of Myles Sanderson, who was a first-time federal offender on statutory release.
  • This included the case preparation leading to the statutory release and community supervision as well as the PBC decisions related to Myles Sanderson.
  • This National Joint BOI process was guided by requirements set out in the Corrections and Conditional Release Act.
  • The offender, Myles Sanderson, was released in the community on statutory release in August 2021 under CSC's supervision.

James Smith Cree Nation deploys new Indigenous-led emergency alert system

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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James Smith Cree Nation, Feb. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nearly a year and a half after a stabbing massacre at James Smith Cree Nation, Chief Wally Burns announced his community has signed a new partnership that gives First Nations leaders access to a new emergency alert system.

Key Points: 
  • James Smith Cree Nation, Feb. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nearly a year and a half after a stabbing massacre at James Smith Cree Nation, Chief Wally Burns announced his community has signed a new partnership that gives First Nations leaders access to a new emergency alert system.
  • “This is about putting control back into the hands of our people when we’ve felt underserved by the traditional emergency alert system,” says Chief Burns.
  • James Smith Cree Nation is the first First Nations community in Saskatchewan that will be able to send community-based safety alerts directly to their members.
  • He says existing emergency alert systems have often missed the mark in serving the unique needs of First Nations communities.

Release of the Mass Casualty Commission Final Report

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON and TRURO, NS, March 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Earlier today, the Mass Casualty Commission (MCC) released its final report , which includes a number of recommendations for the RCMP and our partners across Canada.

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  • OTTAWA, ON and TRURO, NS, March 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Earlier today, the Mass Casualty Commission (MCC) released its final report , which includes a number of recommendations for the RCMP and our partners across Canada.
  • As the Commissioner of the RCMP, I want to thank the Mass Casualty Commission for its extensive work, and for allowing everyone to be heard and producing the comprehensive report that was released today.
  • The April 2020 mass casualty event was something we had never seen before in Canada, and I can't even imagine what you have endured.
  • The RCMP will follow the advice of the Mass Casualty Commission to take the time to read and process the report.

Correctional Service Canada and Parole Board of Canada convene a National Joint Board of Investigation

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Thursday, October 6, 2022
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We share the grief felt by the residents of these communities and all Canadians, particularly those who have lost family members and friends.

Key Points: 
  • We share the grief felt by the residents of these communities and all Canadians, particularly those who have lost family members and friends.
  • The National Joint BOI process is guided by requirements set out in the Corrections and Conditional Release Act.
  • Once the National Joint BOI is completed, we will publicly share the findings and any recommendations.
  • CSC oversees the custody and community reintegration of offenders serving sentences of two years or more, through meaningful interventions, programs and services.

CIBC donates $50,000 in response to James Smith Cree Nation tragedy

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Monday, September 12, 2022
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TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2022 /CNW/ - CIBC today announced that following consultation with the community, it is donating$30,000to the James Smith Cree Nation and$20,000to the Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service Foundation (STARS), in response to the recent tragic events in James Smith Cree Nation and surrounding communities, including Weldon, Saskatchewan.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2022 /CNW/ - CIBC today announced that following consultation with the community, it is donating$30,000to the James Smith Cree Nation and$20,000to the Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service Foundation (STARS), in response to the recent tragic events in James Smith Cree Nation and surrounding communities, including Weldon, Saskatchewan.
  • Funds will support the immediate needs of the families directly impacted by these events in James Smith Cree Nation and STARS, an air ambulance service in Saskatchewan whose crews provided critical care to the injured while en route to hospitals throughout the province via helicopter.
  • "We stand united with our clients, team members and communities impacted by the devastating tragedy inJames Smith Cree Nation.
  • Through the CIBC Foundation and the genuinely caring culture of Team CIBC, we are committed to helping people and our communities make their ambitions a reality.

Statement by the Prime Minister on the attacks in Saskatchewan

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Monday, September 5, 2022
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If you need someone to talk to, the Hope for Wellness Helpline offers support to all Indigenous Peoples.

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  • If you need someone to talk to, the Hope for Wellness Helpline offers support to all Indigenous Peoples.
  • This service is available in English and French, and, upon request, in Cree, Ojibway, and Inuktitut.
  • OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 4, 2022 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the attacks in Saskatchewan:
    "I am shocked and devastated by the horrific attacks today in James Smith Cree Nation and Weldon, Saskatchewan, that claimed the lives of 10 people and injured many more.
  • "As Canadians, we mourn with everyone affected by this tragic violence, and with the people of Saskatchewan.