Office of the Treaty Commissioner

Office of the Treaty Commissioner We Are All Treaty People The Office continued its work in Treaty land entitlement and education until its mandate expired in March 1996.

In 1989, the Federation of Saskatchewan Indians and the Government of Canada created the Office of the Treaty Commissioner (OTC) with a five-year mandate to provide recommendations in the areas of Treaty land entitlement and education. The OTC played a vital role in the signing of the Treaty land entitlement agreements between 28 First Nations and the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan. With the conclusion of the original OTC mandate, the FSIN and Canada seized the opportunity to renew the Office of theTreaty Commissioner under a new mandate. The Honourable Judge David M. Arnot was appointed Treaty Commissioner for a ten-year period by an Order of the Governor in Council signed by the Governor General of Canada effective January 1, 1997. Following a brief closure of the OTC, the office was back up and running in the summer of 2007 under the leadership of the Honourable Bill McKnight. OTC Mission Statement

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner (OTC), an independent body, will serve as the primary mechanism to coordinate and facilitate a bilateral process between Government of Canada and the Federation of Saskatchewan Nations to achieve a common understanding on Treaties No. 4, 5, 6, 8, and 10 in Saskatchewan. The OTC will assist the Parties in understanding the relationship building process inherent in the Treaties and promoting that relationship amongst all Canadians. The OTC is committed to coordinating the research, initiating, facilitating and supporting of initiatives aimed at achieving First Nations economic independence in the context of Treaty in a modern environment. The OTC is committed to coordinating independent and focused research on Treaty issues to assist the Parties. The OTC is committed to engaging in public information and public awareness programming to educate and advance good relations among all the peoples of Saskatchewan on Treaty issues. OTC Vision

The Government of Canada and the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations will have a common understanding on Treaties No. 4, 5, 6, 8, and 10 in the Province of Saskatchewan. OTC Values Commitment

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner is committed to the values of
Neutrality
Honesty
Integrity
Respect
Fairness
Accountability
Open Communication

09/12/2026
09/11/2026

Lindsay ‘eekwol’ Knight - Despite all her essential work, when Knight first heard she was nominated in late 2025 by Rachel Fiddler for the Leading Together Award, she felt like an imposter.

But with the recognition, also came a reminder that she was following the path she had chosen for herself as an auntie and a mother.

“It reinforces that idea that I’m doing things right, that I’m following the path that I intended to follow,” she said.

The awards ceremony itself became meaningful for Knight because she was able to share the experience with her children.

“It’s really important to have these types of events because it reminds us that we … have [many] people that are so kind, and compassionate, and capable, and skilled, and when we all get together, we’re quite a force,” she said. “It’s a hopeful feeling.”

You can read more about Lindsay's story on MCoS' blog here: https://mcos.ca/news/leading-together-making-the-world-better-for-the-next-generation/

If you know someone who is doing work with long-term impacts toward reconciliation you can nominate them or yourself for the Leading Together Awards this year! Details and nomination forms can be found on our website here: https://mcos.ca/events/sask-multicultural-week/honours/ .

Nominations CLOSE on September 15!

Treaty 6 at 150: A Living Relationship Beyond the Written WordsFor four days in August, Fort Carlton Provincial Historic...
09/09/2026

Treaty 6 at 150: A Living Relationship Beyond the Written Words

For four days in August, Fort Carlton Provincial Historic Park became a place of ceremony, culture, dialogue and gathering as Treaty 6 Nations and their citizens marked 150 years since the historic agreement was first made.

For Dr. Kathy Walker, Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan, the gathering represented the affirmation and strengthening of the Treaty relationship.

“It was so incredible to see so many Nations and their citizens, as well as non-First Nations citizens and partners, come together to honour Treaty 6 as a living relationship at the place where the first negotiations were held,” Walker said.

“The hope of leadership, planners and organizers was that it would be a truly, one-of-a-kind, historic experience for everyone who attended.”

Read the full story at Alberta Native News
albertanativenews[dot]com/treaty-6-at-150-a-living-relationship-beyond-the-written-words/

The Gathering for the 150th commemoration of Treaty 6 at Fort Pitt began yesterday with activities continuing through Th...
09/08/2026

The Gathering for the 150th commemoration of Treaty 6 at Fort Pitt began yesterday with activities continuing through Thursday.

09/08/2026
The University of Alberta’s Indigenous Canada online course, released in 2017, was a smash success, with an enrolment of...
09/06/2026

The University of Alberta’s Indigenous Canada online course, released in 2017, was a smash success, with an enrolment of 600,000 from across Canada and beyond. Now the faculty is launching a new online on-demand course that picks up where the first left off, covering the fundamentals of how to respectfully collaborate with Indigenous communities, nations and organizations.

The U of A is launching a new online on-demand course to help learners develop knowledge and practical skills in Indigenous engagement and partnership development.

Yesterday James Smith Cree Nation, Chakastaypasin Band of the Cree Nation and the Peter Chapman Band honoured and rememb...
09/05/2026

Yesterday James Smith Cree Nation, Chakastaypasin Band of the Cree Nation and the Peter Chapman Band honoured and remembered the loved ones who were lost, the survivors, and their families on the 4th year anniversary of a tragic act of violence that claimed 11 lives and injured 17 others.

The ceremony recognized the strength and resilience of the nations and their citizens with families being wrapped in star blankets to surround and protect them with the strength and presence of their nations and ancestors. The family of the victim from Weldon was also honoured.

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner honours the strength and resilience of the nations and their work towards healing and prevention.

At the traditional memorial pow wow, Fawn Wood sang the song ‘Remember Me’ in touching tribute.

Here are some of the words from her song:
Remember me (remember me)
When the sun comes up in the morning sky
There I will be (there I will be)
Soaring with the eagle so high
Feelin' free
Remember me
Down the road
Hand in hand
You and me

The second annual First Nations Summit for Advancing Global Sustainable Futures on building sustainable futures brought...
09/04/2026

The second annual First Nations Summit for Advancing Global Sustainable Futures on building sustainable futures brought together First Nations leadership, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, youth, practitioners, educators, and partners from government, industry, academia, philanthropy, and the non-profit sector to strengthen relationships, and explore practical pathways towards more resilient futures.

Treaty Commissioner Dr. Kathy Walker moderated the session on First Nations Water Governance and Legal Personhood Pathways with panelists, Shanice Mollen-Picard, Muteshekau-shipu Alliance; Chief Matthew ‘Todd’ Peigan, former Chief of Pasqua First Nation and a leader in water governance; and Barry Carriere, of Cumberland House Cree Nation.

The event was hosted by the Federation of Sovereign Nations’ (FSIN) Lands and Resources Secretariat

https://otc.ca/advancing-global-sustainable-futures/

Treaty 6 150 events at Fort Pitt get underway starting Sunday Sept. 6.Join for sweat lodges, feasts, a round dance, Trea...
09/03/2026

Treaty 6 150 events at Fort Pitt get underway starting Sunday Sept. 6.

Join for sweat lodges, feasts, a round dance, Treaty history and oral traditions, Elders forum, leadership discussions, commemoration activities and more... The original Treaty 6 manuscript will be available for viewing.

Speaker schedule and detailed agenda https://onionlake.ca/events/?ev=save-the-date-150th-treaty-6-gathering

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303-2555 Grasswood Road East
Saskatoon, SK
S7T1C8

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Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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