Saskatchewan is committed to strengthening partnerships between First Nations and non-First Nations people in Saskatchewan in the spirit of the Treaties.  As such, we are committed to ensuring that instruction in the history and content of the Treaties is mandatory in the provincial K–12 system.

Treaty Education Video Project

Deputy Premier and Minister of Education Ken Krawetz recognized Horizon School Division staff, students and parents in the legislative assembly on May 19 for the division's production of a treaty education video.

"This video reflects the Saskatchewan Government's mandate to incorporate treaty education in all kindergarten to Grade 12 classrooms," Krawetz said.  "This video demonstrates how treaty knowledge is important for students to better appreciate our province's past and present.  Learning about treaties also promotes cultural appreciation and understanding through teachings that respect and honour First Nations."

The video's script was written by high school students from Wadena, Wynyard, Raymore, Punnichy, and Humboldt who were brought together by Horizon School Division to produce the two-minute video.  The video focuses on the importance of learning about treaties through Treaty Essential Learnings, a learning resource that can be found in schools across the province, as well as the perspectives of elders and the Office of the Treaty Commissioner. 

Premier's Message For Treaty Education K-12 (PDF 238KB)

 " On behalf of the Government of Saskatchewan I am delighted to offer a very warm welcome to all new students and continuing students..." 

We Are All Treaty People (PDF 1.01MB)

"In December, 2007 the Throne Speech announced the Government of Saskatchewan's commitment to mandator Treaty education..."