USask graduate thrives in Kanawayihetaytan Askiy program
Oralie George completed the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy Certificate while maintaining her professional career in Ontario.
USask and Métis Nation–Saskatchewan collaborate on climate change mitigation research
The multi-faceted project involved experiential learning for local high school and University of Saskatchewan (USask) students.
Wild rice research puts Indigenous communities at the forefront
Understanding wild rice diversity isn’t just about crop improvement, it’s also about respecting and empowering Indigenous communities.
Gaining land management knowledge supports community
Earning the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy Certificate at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) helped Melissa MacDonald grow into her position as Land Director for the Membertou First Nation.
Braiding Indigenous and Western knowledge
Newly opened in July 2023, the focus of the kihci-okâwîmâw askiy Knowledge Centre is on taking care of Mother Earth.
USask announces new admission pathway for the Indigenous Lands Governance and Indigenous Resource Management diplomas
Students can now enter the diplomas in the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy program directly from high school.
New centre at USask honours Indigenous connection to the land
Guided by Indigenous peoples, the new kihci-okâwîmâw askiy (Great Mother Earth in Plains Cree) Knowledge Centre at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) serves as a resource for Indigenous communities and organizations seeking land-related information, training, and research partnerships.
The ‘good fire’: Prescribed burning can prevent catastrophic wildfires in the future
Fire, in its proper place, is a renewing force — one that can reduce the probability of catastrophic fire.
USask recognizes Natcher for community-engaged research
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) is honouring Dr. David Natcher (PhD) with its 2023 Publicly Engaged Scholarship Team Award (PESTA) for research that engages governments, Indigenous groups, companies, and multidisciplinary academics in collaborative efforts to address social, environmental, and economic impacts of resource development.
USask Kanawayihetaytan Askiy graduate balances career and educational pursuits
The blended learning model of the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy Certificate was the perfect fit for Angie Mose.
USask soil science student searches for a sustainable solution to crop disease
Jordan Shirley was honoured for his academic achievement during the Indigenous Student Achievement Awards Ceremony on March 9.
USask project to improve soil health through knowledge sharing network receives $1.4 million from Weston Family Foundation
A new project at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) has been awarded $1.4 million through the Weston Family Soil Health Initiative to develop land-based training workshops for First Nations communities, land managers, and producers who farm First Nations lands.
Indigenous food sovereignty requires better and more accurate data collection
Indigenous communities are increasingly investing in agriculture to sustain their cultures and economies. Indigenous Peoples have a long history with agriculture — a history that wasn’t always recognized.
USask Kanawayihetaytan Askiy graduate committed to lifelong learning
A love of lifelong learning and commitment to her community inspired Tina Mitchell to pursue the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy Certificate from the College of Agriculture and Bioresources at the University of Saskatchewan.
Kanawayihetaytan Askiy graduate supports First Nation communities’ land management
Robby Bear is graduating at Spring Convocation with the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy Certificate from the College of Agriculture and Bioresources at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).