Student Bylines
Stories by students
Ahtahkakoop Titans football team celebrates eighth successful year
The Ahtahkakoop Titans football team started in 2015 with the dream of a young man who approached the principal.
Horses help heal
Maxine Peigan saw an advertisement for a Horse Extravaganza and thought it would be a great mother-daughter activity despite her own trepidations.
Honouring Louis Riel in Meadow Lake
On the eve of Riel Day, 150 guests gathered at the Meadow Lake Civic Centre to honour the Métis leader’s sacrifices and remember how far Métis people have come.
Ahtahkakoop’s interest in Fur Lakes raises contention once again
Ahtahkakoop must face off with third party interests, rather than the province, when it comes to purchasing Crown lands in the Fur Lakes area.
New books bring language to life
Three books, multiple personal stories and one thing in common: all are written in both Cree and English.
Students and staff excited to have a place to call their own
It’s been about a decade since the students and staff at First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv) had an on-campus cafe and the wait is over.
Every Child Matters in Moose Jaw
Drums and singing rang out for three days in Moose Jaw, where an Every Child Matters powwow was held in honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Sharing a living tradition of floral beauty and cultural pride
Regina Public Library’s Central Branch is offering a hands-on opportunity to explore Métis beading this fall.
Using beading to teach 2SLGBTQIA+ history
The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) celebrated 2SLGBTQIA+ History Month with a beading circle.
Five years later, Pasqua Chief reflects on land claim outcomes
In 2018, Chief Peigan and past Pasqua Chiefs successfully concluded a conflict with Ottawa that stretched back over 100 years, involving unlawfully surrendered lands. Journalist Cole Cappo asked the Chief how management of the settlement has unfolded over the past five years.
Chinese exchange student tries out journalism studies at First Nations University
Kuaile Wei, a college student from China, has embarked on a four-month study exchange at the University of Regina. Her studies include taking a journalism course at First Nations University of Canada.
Radio station launched at First Nations University of Canada
At CFNU The Stream, students experience hands-on learning in a real radio station environment
How is Métis spirituality defined in the homelands?
A symposium on Métis Spiritually and Religion Across the Métis Homeland, held at First Nations University of Canada, was jam-packed with presenters and attendees.
MMIWG book up for major award
Angela Sterritt’s debut book has been nominated for a Hilary Weston Prize.