File Hills Qu'Appelle Tribal Council

09/14/2026

Join the Kete-ayak Council for four evenings of Cash Bingo! Taking place at Whitecalf Gym in Lebret, this event brings the community together for exciting games, great cash prizes, and nightly jackpots.

The bingo runs every night from Monday, September 14th through Thursday, September 17th, starting at 7:00 PM. Play for regular game payouts, merchandise prizes, full card jackpots, and a Loonie Pot starting at $1000 in 50 numbers on Monday and increasing by 1 number each night. A canteen will be available on-site throughout the event.

Prize Breakdown & Game Costs:

Loonie Pot: $1000 (Monday in 50 #'s, goes up 1 # per night)

Merchandise: $500

Jackpot: $200 (Full Card) | Consolation: $100

Jr. Jackpot: $50 (2 Lines) | Full Card: $100

Regular Games: $150/page per night

Event Summary:

Date: September 14, 15, 16, and 17, 2026

Time: 7:00 PM nightly

Location: Whitecalf Gym, Lebret, SK

Sponsor: Kete-ayak Council

On-Site Amenities: Canteen available

09/14/2026

09/14/2026

Orange Shirts available at The Gathering Place, first come first-serve! 🧡

09/14/2026

⚠️ VENUE CHANGE DUE TO WEATHER ⚠️

Please note that today’s FHQTC Annual Feast has been moved indoors to the Bert Fox High School Gym due to the weather.

📅 Monday, September 14, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM
📍 NEW LOCATION: Bert Fox High School Gym

Everyone is welcome to attend. Please help us spread the word by sharing this post so everyone is aware of the venue change.

We look forward to gathering with you today! ❤️

09/09/2026

Join FHQTC for the Annual Feast on Monday, September 14, 2026.
Treaty 4 Pow-wow Arbor
12-3pm
All are welcome!

09/08/2026

Join FHQTC and the Town of Fort Qu'Appelle for the 2026 Treaty 4 Parade on Saturday, September 19, 2026! Set-up begins at 8:30 AM and the parade starts at 10:00 AM along Central Avenue. This year's theme is "SUSTAINABILITY."

Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: Arrival/Set-up 8:30 AM
Line-up by 9:00 AM
Parade Starts 10:00 AM
Location / Line-up: Central Avenue (one block south of the tennis courts), Fort Qu'Appelle, SK

Parade Route: Begins on Central Avenue and concludes at Bert Fox Community High School parking lot

Hosts: File Hills Qu'Appelle Tribal Council & Town of Fort Qu'Appelle

Contact Person: Pamela Desnomie (Phone: 306-331-8212 | Email: [email protected])

Join FHQTC and the Town of Fort Qu'Appelle for the 2026 Treaty 4 Parade on Saturday, September 19, 2026! Set-up begins at 8:30 AM and the parade starts at 10:00 AM along Central Avenue. This year's theme is "SUSTAINABILITY."

Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: Arrival/Set-up 8:30 AM
Line-up by 9:00 AM
Parade Starts 10:00 AM
Location / Line-up: Central Avenue (one block south of the tennis courts), Fort Qu'Appelle, SK

Parade Route: Begins on Central Avenue and concludes at Bert Fox Community High School parking lot

Hosts: File Hills Qu'Appelle Tribal Council & Town of Fort Qu'Appelle

Contact Person: Pamela Desnomie (Phone: 306-331-8212 | Email: [email protected])

09/08/2026

The File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council (FHQTC) Lands, Resources, Environment & Stewardship Department invites youth (ages 16–30), Language Keepers, Traditional Knowledge Keepers, and Leadership from all Treaty 4 Nations to attend the Treaty 4 Youth Voices In Climate Policy & Action Forum. This empowering forum focuses on “Adapting To A Changing Climate” through collaborative dialogue, expert insight, and cultural knowledge.

The event takes place on Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM at the White Tent at Treaty 4 Harbour (located in the southeast corner). Attendees will hear from distinguished guest speakers including Dr. Kathy Walker (Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan), Dr. Peter Leavitt (University of Regina), Sonia Pacin (Climate Lead at Universities Canada), Dr. Robert Hamilton (University of Calgary), and Treaty 4 Youth representatives.

Preliminary Agenda Topics Include:
Inherent & Treaty Rights

Climate Change, Climate Science & Adaptation

Water Stewardship & Policy

Lands, Water, Medicines, and Traditional Knowledge

Evidence-Based Approach & Land Occupancy

Lunch will be served on-site, and attendees will have the opportunity to win door prizes.

Event Summary:

Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026

Time: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Location: White Tent at Treaty 4 Harbour (South East Corner)

Attendees: Youth (16–30 years old), Language Keepers, Traditional Knowledge Keepers, and Leadership from all Treaty 4 Nations

Host: FHQTC Lands, Resources, Environment & Stewardship Department

Guest Speakers: Dr. Kathy Walker, Dr. Peter Leavitt, Sonia Pacin, Dr. Robert Hamilton, and Treaty 4 Youth

Contact Details: Shannon Thomson (Phone: 639-571-8807 | Email: [email protected])

https://fhqtc.com/events/treaty-4-youth-voices-in-climate-policy-action-forum/

The File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council (FHQTC) Lands, Resources, Environment & Stewardship Department invites youth (ages 16–30), Language Keepers, Traditional Knowledge Keepers, and Leadership from all Treaty 4 Nations to attend the Treaty 4 Youth Voices In Climate Policy & Action Forum. This empowering forum focuses on “Adapting To A Changing Climate” through collaborative dialogue, expert insight, and cultural knowledge.

The event takes place on Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM at the White Tent at Treaty 4 Harbour (located in the southeast corner). Attendees will hear from distinguished guest speakers including Dr. Kathy Walker (Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan), Dr. Peter Leavitt (University of Regina), Sonia Pacin (Climate Lead at Universities Canada), Dr. Robert Hamilton (University of Calgary), and Treaty 4 Youth representatives.

09/08/2026

The File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council and Yorkton Tribal Council invite all community members to the Emergency Management Barbecue & Info Booths gathering. This community awareness event provides an opportunity to meet local emergency management teams, learn essential safety and preparedness information, and explore interactive info booths hosted by regional fire, search and rescue, and public safety organizations.
The event takes place on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Treaty Four Grounds in Fort Qu’Appelle. Attendees can enjoy a complimentary community barbecue while engaging with participating partners, including FHQTC Fire, YTC Emergency Management, Pasqua First Nation Fire Department, South Sask First Nation Search Rescue Recovery, Canadian Red Cross, SIIT, Kahkewistahaw Fire Dept, Indigenous Services Canada, and Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency.
This event is free and open to all community members, families, and youth.
Event Summary:
Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Treaty Four Grounds, Fort Qu’Appelle, SK
Attendees: Open to all community members and families
Hosts & Partners: FHQTC, Yorkton Tribal Council, FHQTC Fire, YTC Emergency Management, Pasqua FN Fire Dept, South Sask FN Search Rescue Recovery, SIIT, Kahkewistahaw Fire Dept, Canadian Red Cross, ISC, and Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency.

https://fhqtc.com/events/emergency-management-barbecue-info-booths/

September 16, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
The File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council and Yorkton Tribal Council invite all community members to the Emergency Management Barbecue & Info Booths gathering. This community awareness event provides an opportunity to meet local emergency management teams, learn essential safety and preparedness information, and explore interactive info booths hosted by regional fire, search and rescue, and public safety organizations.

The event takes place on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Treaty Four Grounds in Fort Qu’Appelle. Attendees can enjoy a complimentary community barbecue while engaging with participating partners, including FHQTC Fire, YTC Emergency Management, Pasqua First Nation Fire Department, South Sask First Nation Search Rescue Recovery, Canadian Red Cross, SIIT, Kahkewistahaw Fire Dept, Indigenous Services Canada, and Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency.

This event is free and open to all community members, families, and youth.

Event Summary:

Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Location: Treaty Four Grounds, Fort Qu’Appelle, SK

Attendees: Open to all community members and families

Hosts & Partners: FHQTC, Yorkton Tribal Council, FHQTC Fire, YTC Emergency Management, Pasqua FN Fire Dept, South Sask FN Search Rescue Recovery, SIIT, Kahkewistahaw Fire Dept, Canadian Red Cross, ISC, and Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency

09/08/2026

The Treaty 4 Gathering will feature the Treaty 4 Dry Dance with live music by Midnite Mist on Thursday, September 17, 2026.
The event takes place at the Balcarres Community Hall in Balcarres, Saskatchewan, from 8:00 PM until Midnight. Attendees can enjoy a Broom Dance, Jigging Contest, door prizes, and 50/50 draws. An evening lunch and canteen will be available on site, with security present throughout the evening. Admission is free.
For more information, contact Zack Fleury at (306) 620-5308 or Misty Sparvier at (306) 620-7444.

https://fhqtc.com/events/treaty-4-dry-dance-features-live-performance-by-midnite-mist-in-balcarres/