The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) held an Open Forum for First Nations and the 2015 Federal Election at the River Cree Hotel and Casino on the Enoch Cree Nation. First Nation leaders and citizens gathered to discuss first nations issues,priorities, to ask questions and listen to the Indigenous platforms from the parties in attendance.…
SCN Hosted the N.A.N.C.A 2015 Rodeo Finals on September 18, 19, 20, at the one and only Panee Agriplex. Three Days of Rip Roaring Action. The Best of the Best in First Nations Cowboys and Cowgirls competing for a chance to represent Northern Alberta at the INFR in Las Vegas , Nevada this November. September…
Samson Cree Nation joined in the historic signing of the Buffalo Treaty during the Banff Indian Days August 12th – 16th in Banff Alberta; Honouring the restoration of the Buffalo back into Banff Nation Park in 2017.Organized by Dr. Leroy Littlebear, he said ‘The treaty is multi-faceted and includes issues about health, environment, education, research…
The Samson Cree Nation requested for a constructed trail along side Highway 611 East, Which was a community discussion that took place over 20-year period. In 1983, the constructed highway along 611 raised a serious concern amongst community members who recognized the increase of vehicle accidents and death related fatalities along the highway, The people…
Kasohkowew Child Wellness Society (KCWS) is moving forward and into a new building by December of this year. Planning for this project started in November of 2013, the Committee and staff are excited to see the plans come to fruition. The ground breaking ceremony took place on June 3rd at the Nipisihkophak Education Authority (NEA) administration building. The new…
In respects of a decision of the National Energy Board on Enbridge’s Edmonton to Hardisty Pipeline due to impacts on the Ancient Bison Pound Site. Maskwacis, Alberta (April 20, 2015) Samson Cree Nation announced the commencement of proceedings in the Federal Court of Appeal seeking the immediate suspension of the National Energy Board’s decision to permit development of the Edmonton…
This year the Esquao Awards celebrated their 20th anniversary. On May 17, 2015 17 women were presented with awards for their dedication to their community, families, and personal endeavours. The organization has recognized over 400 women from over 80 communities across Alberta. Two women from Maskwacis were presented awards this year. Danika Littlechild was presented the Law award and was…
This years Economic Development Trade Fair and Banquet was a success. The event was held on May 19 & 20, 2015. With the entertainment being comedain Adrianne Chalepah and Native Popstar Inez Jasper. There were 26 vendors that attendant the Trade Fair and on the evening of May 19, 2015 was the Banquet. Comedian Adrianna Chalepah and Native…