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Government of Canada invests up to $37 million to bring high-speed Internet and mobile connectivity to economic regions across Saskatchewan

March 17, 2023 – Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan – Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

 

All Canadians need reliable, affordable high-speed Internet and cellular service, no matter where they live. That is why the Government of Canada is taking action to bring high-speed Internet access and mobile connectivity to unserved and underserved regions across the province.

Today, the Honorable Minister Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, announced up to $37 million in funding for projects that will bring high-speed Internet access and mobile connectivity to communities across Saskatchewan. Thanks to this funding, over 5,000 homes in Northern Saskatchewan, Prince Albert, Saskatoon–Biggar, Regina–Moose Mountain and Yorkton–Melville, including over 2,700 homes in Indigenous communities, will benefit from improved high-speed Internet access, and mobile connectivity will be improved up to 500 kilometers of highway.

Today’s announcement builds on the Government of Canada’s progress toward ensuring that 98% of Canadians have access to high-speed Internet by 2026, and 100% by 2030.

 

Quotes

“We all know that Internet and mobile connectivity are no longer a luxury—they’re a necessity. That’s why our government made a historic commitment to connect 98% of Canadians to high-speed Internet by 2026 and why we continue to improve mobile connectivity across the country. Today’s announcement in Meadow Lake marks a significant milestone for connectivity in Saskatchewan. The funding committed will bring reliable high-speed Internet access to more than 5,000 underserved homes in communities across the province.”

  • The Honorable Minister Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development

“Today, with the commitment, we are going to be learning. It’s exciting for our students, our communities, our offices, our opportunities with economic development and working together in the tourism industry as well. We appreciate the support and look forward to future endeavors with Canada, our nine First Nations, and our three satellite communities will definitely benefit. So thank you for providing this opportunity from the bottom of my heart. Mahsi Cho”.

  • Dene Vice Chief Lawrence McIntyre

 

 

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MLTC

Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation purchases Pork Processing Facility

Feb 9th, 2023

 

The Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation has taken a bold step into processing meat for distribution across Saskatchewan.

The First Nation has officially purchased Country Choice Meats, Located in Duck Lake Saskatchewan. The company has been well known for dedication to excellence, reputation for quality and a commitment to building long -lasting relationships across Saskatchewan with the best pork products available since 2007.

“For our First Nations community, the purchase of Country Choice Meats allows for the opportunity to engage Saskatchewan’s food industry with a solid business foundation that can provide quality pork products across Saskatchewan. It’s also a meaningful economic approach to developing food sovereignty, not only for our own community, but for First nations communities across Saskatchewan”

  •  –  Chief Ronald Mitsuing.

“This is an exciting venture for Makwa Sahgaiehcan. Not only are they one of the first First Nations to get into processing meat in Saskatchewan, but also a First Nation own entity that will have retail products for purchase across Saskatchewan retails. We are looking forward to developing, branding and expanding the products provided and developing indigenous engagement with industry. This business concept and values are not new to Saskatchewan, in that with First Nation ownership in the food industry. When you purchase a Country Choice meat product, not only are you feeding yourself, but you’re feeding a First Nations community”.

  • Company Representative Jesse Morin.
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MLTC Virtual Justice Conference – October 25-29, 2021

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Microsoft Teams Platform ~ $50.00 Registration for the week
MLFN Members are exempt from Registration Fee ~ Registration Deadline is October 20, 2021.

View full conference agenda

Submit form to MLTC Contact

Rhonda Jack
306-236-5654
[email protected]

October 25

Retired Judge Gerald Morin and also Harold R. Johnson ~ Aboriginal Perspectives Justice
2 Families Affected by Murder-Suicide, Speak about Domestic Violence

October 26

Jake Bouvier ~ Addictions and the Impact on Justice

  1. Gang Awareness & Exit Strategy
  2. Staff Sgt. Ryan How
  3. STR8 Up Speakers Joe Keyseenow

October 27

  1. MMI Men & Woman ~ Camay Coghlan-Cameron
  2. MLTC Governance – Patrick Derocher
  3. JR LaRose ~ Motivational Speaker
  4. Michael Bull Roberts ~ Motivational Speaker

October 28

  1. Retired Judges, Linton Smith and Don Bird Sentencing Circle Process
  2. Irene Peepeetch’s Story
  3. Amanda Brown ~ Elder Abuse Awareness

October 29

  1. Traditional Roles of Men ~ AJ Felix
  2. Moosehide Campaign

Microsoft Teams Platform ~ Link and Information Kit will be emailed once Registration Form has been submitted.

Must have registration form submitted in order to win and collect prizes.

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