She said the project was initiated by two Elders Austin Tootoosis of Poundmaker Cree Nation and the late Jacob Pete from the Little Pine First Nation. They approached her to work with them and apply for the federal grant that would help address a pressing community problem. “I see it as a holistic wellness plan that includes reclaiming indigeneity supporting the original family structure, bringing people together to create positive outcomes,” said Graham, assistant professor in the College of Nursing and USask’s Indigenous Research Chair in Nursing. “What’s so beautiful is that the request came from the communities, the project template was co-created with the leadership, kihte-ayak (person of many winters), and community members from these two First Nations, along with RCMP representation Sergeant Karen Pelletier, Indigenous Policing Services. Chiefs Wayne Semaginis and Duane Antoine have been vital to nehiyaw wicihitwin (Cree helping Cree). Their commitment and leade
Poundmaker chief will do whatever it takes for the First Nation to get its own police force
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Poundmaker chief will do whatever it takes for the First Nation to get its own police force
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