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Central Urban Métis Federation Inc.
Since 2006, the Ministry of Social Services has partnered with the Central Urban Métis Federation Inc. (CUMFI) to provide positive outcomes for Saskatoon residents in the areas of child and family services, supports for persons with disabilities, and affordable housing.
Cowessess First Nation Power Purchase Agreement
Since 2013, the Cowessess Renewable Energy Storage Facility has been supplying clean electricity to Saskatchewan’s power grid.
Dene Teacher Education Program
In the summer of 2016, students from the communities of La Loche and Clearwater River Dene Nation began the Dene Teacher Education Program (DTEP) in pursuit of a Bachelor of Indigenous Education degree. As of October 2020, 21 students have completed the Dene Teacher Education Program.
First Nations Operator Training Program
SaskWater’s First Nations Operator Training Program has a long history of providing hands-on training and support to Indigenous water and wastewater operators in Saskatchewan.
Following Their Voices Initiative
Following Their Voices (FTV) is a made-in-Saskatchewan education initiative designed to improve First Nations, Métis and Inuit student outcomes, including graduation rates.
Geographic Name Change Program
In 2018, a grouping of small lakes near the Town of Unity was renamed to respectfully honour Indigenous culture and history in our province.
Indigenous Procurement Policy
In 2012, SaskPower implemented an Indigenous Procurement Policy to enable the participation of Indigenous communities and businesses in their major projects.
Northern Saskatchewan Environmental Quality Committee
The NSEQC helps bring northern residents together to consider issues surrounding the development and operation of uranium mining and milling facilities.
Prince Albert Grand Council's Virtual Gathering
On March 13, the Prince Albert Grand Council (PAGC) partnered with the Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC) to create a virtual gathering. This gathering was designed to bring hope, uplift the spirits of northern Saskatchewan communities and provide information regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Communities across the province participated, and many artists from northern Saskatchewan performed.
Restorative Justice Programs
The Ministry of Justice and Attorney General supports a province-wide Restorative Justice Initiative that works with victims, offenders and communities to address the harm caused by crime.
Tiny House Project
In 2019, the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) launched the Tiny House Project, which gives Indigenous students the opportunity to build a finished, fully functioning home over a period of five months.
Treaty Land Entitlement
Since 1992, the Governments of Canada, Saskatchewan and 33 First Nations have signed settlements modelled on the Saskatchewan Treaty Land Entitlement Framework Agreement.