As the United Nations spotlights the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists 2026, University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers are in a race against time to preserve vital lands and resources.
Dr. Bryan Mood’s (PhD) passion for the Earth has led him from Nova Scotia’s forests to teaching environmental science at USask.
Earlier this year, the kihci-okāwīmāw askiy Knowledge Centre embarked on a groundbreaking project aimed at respecting and uplifting the sovereignty, knowledge, and languages of Indigenous nations, with the goal of driving systemic change in grasslands conservation efforts.
The International Buffalo Relations Institute, led by Dr. Leroy Littlebear (PhD) and Dr. Tasha Hubbard (PhD), have made significant strides in fostering relationships and understanding around the Buffalo Treaty. One of their notable initiatives is the Buffalo Treaty Research Network (BTRN), which welcomed new members, including kihci-okāwīmāw askiy Knowledge Centre academic director Dr. Melissa Arcand (PhD) and director Candice Pete-Cardoso in 2024
Nutrien’s purpose is to Feed the Future. The University of Saskatchewan (USask) aspires to Be What the World Needs. By joining forces on new projects, these ambitious organizations will advance sustainable agriculture around the globe and help train the scientists and engineers of the future.
Oralie George completed the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy Certificate while maintaining her professional career in Ontario.
The multi-faceted project involved experiential learning for local high school and University of Saskatchewan (USask) students.
Understanding wild rice diversity isn’t just about crop improvement, it’s also about respecting and empowering Indigenous communities.
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.
Newly opened in July 2023, the focus of the kihci-okâwîmâw askiy Knowledge Centre is on taking care of Mother Earth.
Students can now enter the diplomas in the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy program directly from high school.
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.
Fire, in its proper place, is a renewing force — one that can reduce the probability of catastrophic fire.
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.
The blended learning model of the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy Certificate was the perfect fit for Angie Mose.
Jordan Shirley was honoured for his academic achievement during the Indigenous Student Achievement Awards Ceremony on March 9.
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 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.
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.
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).
