Tipi Teachings

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Tipi has been used by some Indigenous peoples of the Plains in the Great Plains and Canadian Prairies of North America. They are still in use in many of these communities, though now primarily for ceremonial purposes rather than daily living.

• How to set up a Tipi

• Wholeness of the Tipi

• What does a tipi symbolize?

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Yorkton Tribal Council

Yorkton Tribal Council is a not for profit organization that provides essential services to 6 Member Nations (Cote, Keeseekoose, The Key, Zagime Anishinabek, Kahkewistahaw & OceanMan 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.

We work to continuously improve the quality of life of our First Nation’s 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 oversees 6 active departments with 65+ 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

Kahkewistahaw First Nation

Ocean man First Nation