Orange Shirt Day - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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Come on out, bring your friends and family as we commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Starting at 9:00 a.m., orange t-shirts will be distributed, followed by open prayer and remarks at 10:00 a.m. Walk with us to City Centre Park and hear welcoming remarks at 11:00 a.m. After lunch (which is provided) our Guest Speaker, Edward Kaye, will share his story. Listen to "Stories of Resilience" with Leona Acoose and Claudette Alexson.

For more information, contact Iris Acoose (306)641-5382, Enola Friday (306)620-5356, Ross Cadotte (306)590-7175

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Yorkton Tribal Council

Yorkton Tribal Council (YTC) is a not-for-profit organization that provides essential services to 6 Member Nations (Cote, Keeseekoose, The Key, Zagime Anishinabek, Kahkewistahaw & Ocean Man First Nations) in the Treaty 4 territory.

YTC provides quality services in the areas of Health & Social Development, Education, Employment & Training, Justice, Technical/Housing Services and Economic Development to the member nations.

We work to continuously improve the quality of life of our First Nations’ members in the communities they live. With the direction and guidance of our member nations, we provide relevant programs and services that enrich the well-being, health, and prosperity of our people. We promote self-sufficiency, ensuring the protection of our Inherent rights, our Treaty Rights, and our Traditional Territories.

YTC is made up of a Board (6-member First Nation Chiefs), Tribal Chief and Director of Operations who oversee 6 active departments with 75+ employees in 3 locations. YTC is committed to quality assurance and is responsive to our communities’ needs.

Yorton Tribal Council represents 6 First Nation in Treaty 4 territory,

The Key First Nation

Keeseekoose First Nation

Cote First Nation

Zagime Anishinabek First Nations

Kahkewistahaw First Nation

Ocean Man First Nation