Steve O’Brien is an accomplished athlete who has embarked on a cross Canada tour to encourage youth to finish their education. O’Brien has numerous medals in track. O’Biren decided to start the Steve O’Brien Foundation to assist and support local athletes, organizations and youth programs. O’Brien began his cross Canada tour in Vancouver, British Columbia on April 12, 2015. He…
The day after the NDP won the majority in the Provincial election, MLA Bruce Hinkley visited the Maskwacis Outreach school and the Samson Cree Nation Chief and Council. Hinkely spoke to the students about how they can become involved in the Provincial Government and encouraged them to continue their education. Samson Cree Nation Chief and Council presented Hinkley with a ribbon shirt and look forward to working with the newly…
Congratulations to all the participants and winners of the Spring into fitness challenge. In the 18-29 year category Darcell Rowan placed first and Joe Rain placed second. Allison Buffalo placed first in the 30-39 year category. In the 40+ category, Eric Smallboy placed second and Blanche Buffalo took second. For the open category Warren Redcrow won the male division and Kyra Northwest won…
Samson Cree Nation wishes to express our sincere gratitude to Mr. Alan R. Marchment, Kisoniyaminaw Heritage Trust Fund and Board of Trustees, announces plans to retire June 1, 2015. Chief Kurt Buffalo presents to him a gift bag and blanket, acknowledging him for all the years of service.
The Cadets participated in the Alberta Highway Clean -Up on May 2, 2015. The Cadets and volunteers from the community managed to clean alongside highway 611 East from the bridge to the Samson town site, along highway 2A from the Pe Sakastew road through to highway 611 West, and along highway 611 West up to Bright Holdings. Thank…
For the first time ever Wetaskiwin hospital opens it’s doors to a Aboriginal Cultural Room. The Grand opening was on February 5, 2015 conducted with a pipe ceremony with elder Wilson Okeymaw. The Cultural room is located on the 3rd floor for all to use. The room isn’t only for aboriginal people but is open…
Samson Cree Nation hosted a 3 day conference at the River Cree Resort and Casino from January 27-29, 2015. Break out sessions included; The Creation Story with Jerry Saddleback Sr., Nehiyaw Language and Culture with Jeff Wastesicoot , Baby Think It Over with Colleen Buffalo, Totamaso with Patrick Buffalo, Understanding Addictions with Jerry Saddleback Jr.,…
There is a population of near 700 Four Nation Band Members at the Pigeon Lake Indian Reserve 138A, and over half of this population are Samson Band members. The people of the Pigeon Lake Indian Reserve are geographically 90km located away from the mainstream of Programs and Services afforded to the 4 Nation Band members at Maskwacis. Employment and Wellness Programs are…
Nipisihkopahk Education Authority (NEA) hosted a round dance on February 6th to celebrate their 25th anniversary. The event drew in many community members for an evening of dancing, singing and socializing. The schools had various items to raffle from an iPhone 6 to tickets to an Oilers game. Shelli Yellowbird prepare a power point presentation showcasing NEA’s 25 years in operation. Fr om the first…
On behalf of the entire staff of the Maskwacis RCMP, we would like to acknowledge and thank Nipisihkopahk Primary School teacher Mrs. Gizzie and her grade 2 students. The students left flowers and notes that were made out of respect for Cst. David Wynn of the St. Albert Detachment who was shot in the execution of his duties.…