Prairies Region
Prairies Regional Office
202 D Joseph Okemasis Drive
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7N 1B1
Phone: (306) 651 6181
Fax: (306) 651-6184
Prairie News
June, 2010
Prairie Nations Discuss Governance of their Traditional Territories
NCFNG Forum gives Prairie First Nations a look at jurisdiction outside of reserve boundaries
The National Centre for First Nations Governance recently hosted a Territorial Rights Forum at Saskatoon’s Wanuskewin Heritage Park, where the objective was to learn about consultation and accommodation, and how First Nations can develop strategies for exercising jurisdiction in their traditional territories.
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February, 2010
Treaty 8 First Nations Explore Constitution Development
In December 2009, over 24 representatives from Treaty 8 First Nations of Alberta came together to explore the concept and process of constitution building. Read More…
October, 2009
Muskeg Lake Cree Nation – Focus on People and Governance
“Governance begins with the people and if we can engage as many people as possible in the process we continue to create a stronger and more vibrant government for our community “said Chief Clifford Tawpisin who began the year as the new chief of the Muskeg Lake Cree Nation (MLCN). He decided to renew the council’s focus on the members and governance. Read More…
July, 2008
Prairie Region Think Tank
On July 3 and 4th, 2008, the NCFNG – Prairie Region hosted the Regional Think Tank: “To support First Nations as they work toward the Implementation of Inherent Right to Self Government”. Read more...
July, 2008
Event: Prairie Region Golf tournament for Emerging Leaders
On Thursday, September 11th, the NCFNG Prairie Region will host a golf tournament at the Dakota Dunes Golf Links, with proceeds going to the NCFNG Prairie Region Emerging Leaders Initiative. Click Here for Poster with More Info…
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June, 2008
Practicing Traditional Governance: Kelly Lake Cree Nation
There may have been a time in history when First Nations lacked the knowledge and awareness to balance the intricacies of traditional governance with modern-day bureaucratic expectations. This is not the case with the Kelly Lake Cree Nation (KLCN). Read More…
May 8, 2008
Centre Signs Agreement with University of Alberta
Edmonton - The National Centre for First Nations Governance is pleased to announce the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the University of Alberta. The signing on May 8, 2008, is in support of Aboriginal Governance and Partnership program offered by the University of Alberta's Faculty of Native Studies. The program will focus on governance for Aboriginal communities. Read More…
December 20th, 2007
Official Opening of NCFNG Prairie Regional Office – Open House Scheduled for January 10th 2008
Saskatoon - It is with great pride that the National Centre for First Nations Governance (NCFNG) announces an Open House on January 10, 2008 for the Official Opening of our Prairie Regional Office in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Read more…
September, 2007
Community drives journey to self-governance
The Beardy’s and Okemasis First Nation is the first community in the Prairies region to invite the NCFNG to be a part of its journey toward self-governance. Read More...
