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Community, Featured, News, Politics June 26, 2023

Elected Salt River First Nation chief suspended for a fifth time

The council of SRFN has handed down five consecutive suspensions for Heron since shortly after she took office last October.

The elected chief of Salt River First Nation (SRFN) has been suspended for a fifth consecutive time. Toni Heron confirmed on Friday she was handed…

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Community, Contest, Entertainment, Events, Featured, News June 21, 2023

Indigenous Peoples Day across the N.W.T.

From far and wide, Canadians everywhere will be celebrating Indigenous People Day in honour of the traditions and knowledge of First Nations people. Below is…

Community, Featured, News May 17, 2023

Breaking: Salt River First Nation CEO to resign effective next week

"I have enjoyed my work as CEO immensely and want nothing but the best for future of the Nation," says Elizabeth Westwell

The Chief Executive Officer of the Salt River First Nation (SRFN) will resign from her position before the end of the month. Elizabeth Westwell confirmed…

Community, Featured, News, Politics April 6, 2023

Elected Chief of Salt River suspended for a fourth time

Toni Heron says she has received no communication about her suspension from council

The elected chief of the Salt River First Nation has been suspended by council for the fourth time in a row. Both Toni Heron and…

Featured, News November 27, 2020

SRFN, GNWT renew memorandum of understanding

"I think they need us and we need them," says Chief David Poitras.

Salt River First Nation Chief David Poitras says a good relationship with the territorial government is beneficial for both parties. “I think they need us…

Community, Environment, Featured, News May 15, 2020

Chief: Salt River First Nation no longer at risk of flooding

The risk of flooding in Salt River First Nation appears to have passed, said Chief David Poitras. The water levels on the Slave River were…