The FSIN Chiefs In Assembly Dissolved The FNUC Board Of Governors
(Saskatoon, SK) The Chiefs in Assembly voted in favour of dissolving the Board of Governors for the First Nations University of Canada. An interim non-political Board of Governors made up of First Nations academic professionals will be put in place until March 1, 2010. The resolution further states to implement all of the recommendations contained in the All Chiefs Task Force on the Future of the First Nations University of Canada as may be subsequently informed by the Begay Report on Governance.
“The Chiefs of Saskatchewan did the right thing by supporting our students at the First Nations University of Canada. The Chiefs also want the Province to provide reciprocal accountability on the Federal transfer payments they receive for our students in the education system,” says FSIN Chief Guy Lonechild. “This is a milestone in the development of a renewed First Nations University of Canada. It is a step for true independence and I hope that it offers hope to our students.”
The resolution passed by the Chiefs in Assembly includes directing the interim Board of Directors to place the current senior administration of the FNUC on administrative leave pending the outcome of the Meyers Norris Penny audit.
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2010 Youth Healing, Health and Wellness Gathering and Youth Legislative Assembly Feb 16-18, 2010
Registration Deadline Extended till February 5, 2010
February 16, 17, 18, 2010
Saskatoon Inn
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
FSIN Joins Anti-Prorogue Rallies
On Saturday, January 23, 2010, anti-prorogue rallies were held across Canada with thousands of Canadians calling on Prime Minister Stephen Harper to reconvene Parliament. 
FSIN Chief Is Deeply Concerned For Students And Calls On FNUC Board Of Governors To Make The Right Decision
(Saskatoon, SK) FSIN Chief Guy Lonechild wants to assure students at the First Nations University of Canada that he will not support any action that does not enable First Nations students to complete their studies this year or complete their degrees in the future. Chief Lonechild is urging the FNUC Board of Governors to make the right decision and address the concerns raised by the students.
Chief Lonechild wants Canada To Deal With Indian Act Amendments
(Saskatoon, SK) FSIN Chief Guy Lonechild is calling on the Federal Government to get back to work so they can deal with the amendments to the Indian Act. On Saturday January 23, 2010 there will be anti-prorogation rallies across the country. Chief Lonechild says First Nation leadership will support and participate in the events.
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We Answered The Call
The Saskatchewan First Nations Veterans’ Association (SFNVA) is proud to announce the development of the SFNVA Speakers’ Bureau. The Bureau should be fully operational by April 1, 2010. Our major project for this year was the design and development of our new book, We Answered the Call.
Canada Loses Another World War II Veteran
(Saskatoon, SK) FSIN Vice Chief E. Dutch Lerat is saddened by the passing of World War II Veteran, Josephine Greyeyes, of the Muskeg Lake First Nation, on Saturday January 9, 2010. Ms. Greyeyes enlisted in the Canadian Women’s Army Corps, at the age of 21, on March 31, 1943. She served until 1946 at various locations across Canada. During the course of her 3 year service, Ms. Greyeyes was awarded the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the War Medal.
Mineral Ownership Cannot Be Transferred Without First Nations Consent
(Saskatoon, SK) FSIN Chief Guy Lonechild is calling on the Province and the Minister of Natural Resources, Lisa Raitt, to meet immediately to discuss outstanding Treaty obligations with First Nations, in light of the recent settlement of the Soldiers Settlement Board mineral deal between Canada and the Province. Chief Lonechild stated that there are a number of Treaty obligations to be resolved with First Nations, including unresolved ownership and title to minerals under the Treaty Land Entitlement Framework Agreement, resource revenue sharing, and other outstanding obligations under the Soldier Settlement Act.
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The FSIN Is Calling For A Health Advocacy Office To Investigate Health Care Complaints
(Saskatoon, SK) FSIN Vice Chief E. Dutch Lerat is saddened by the recent report of the death of a 5-month old baby boy and extends condolences on behalf of the Federation to the child’s mother and family. Vice Chief Lerat says for the most part Saskatchewan’s Health care system provides adequate service but there are some instances where First Nations people fall between the cracks and denied the proper care they need.
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- Chief Lonechild wants Canada To Deal With Indian Act Amendments
- Canada Loses Another World War II Veteran
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