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Whitecap History to be Showcased at Western Development Museum
Posted on Thursday, February 24, 2022 10:24 AM
Through our relationship with the Western Development Museum, Whitecap's history will be showcased as part of an exhibit scheduled to open to the public this fall. The exhibit will showcase historical artifacts and family photos of the Whitecap Dakota Nation, and highlight history through our indigenous perspective. We look forward to sharing this important history with our community and the general public. Learn more about this exciting initiative here: CBC Article
The Repatriation of Ceremonial Pipe to the Whitecap Dakota Nation after 138 Years
Posted on Thursday, November 02, 2023 01:22 PM
On November 2nd, 2023, the ceremonial pipe belonging to Chief Whitecap will be returned to the rights holding community of Whitecap Dakota Nation after 138 years. The pipe had been held by the Royal Canadian Military Institute (RCMI) and is being returned by that institution.
History of the Pipe
The pipe belonging to Chief Whitecap was acquired from him on May 19, 1885 by Lieutenant William H. Merritt after participating in a pipe ceremony with Chief Whitecap at the time of his detention, along...
Sports Grounds/Rodeo Grounds Barbed Wire Fence Installation
Posted on Friday, August 11, 2023 05:31 PM
Notice: Sports Grounds/Rodeo Grounds Barbed Wire Fence Installation
Whitecap Dakota Votes to Become First Self-Governing Indigenous Nation in Saskatchewan
Posted on Tuesday, October 11, 2022 11:15 AM
Chief Darcy Bear, along with Councillors Dwayne Eagle and Frank Royal, are pleased to announce that the Members of Whitecap Dakota First Nation (WDFN) have successfully concluded their community approval vote to become a self-governing Indigenous nation. The vote, held on October 6th and 7th via in-person voting at Whitecap and in Saskatoon together with an on-line virtual vote, resulted in 92% member support to adopt a WDFN Constitution and mandate Chief and Council to sign the Governance Agreement...
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