FNUniv in The News

Media Mentions – First Nations University of Canada

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May

• FNUniv Commemorates 50 Years of Indigenous-Led Post-Secondary Education, CTV Regina, May 28, 2026.
• First Nations University of Canada Celebrates 50 Years, CTV News (YouTube), May 28, 2026.
• Saskatchewan Recognizes 50th Anniversary of First Nations University of Canada, Education News Canada, May 28, 2026.
• Saskatchewan Recognizes 50th Anniversary of First Nations University of Canada, Canadian Herald Tribune, May 28, 2026.
• Saskatchewan Recognizes 50th Anniversary of First Nations University of Canada, Canadian News Online, May 28, 2026.
• Saskatchewan Recognizes 50th Anniversary of First Nations University of Canada, Maple Leaf Times, May 28, 2026.
• Saskatchewan Recognizes 50th Anniversary of First Nations University of Canada, Students, Teachers & Professors, May 28, 2026.
• Saskatchewan Recognizes 50th Anniversary of First Nations University of Canada, Today From Canada, May 28, 2026.
• The Power of Indigenous Education – FNU Celebrates 50 Years, MBC Radio, May 29, 2026.
• Still Changing Lives: Events Mark 50th Anniversary of First Nations University of Canada, CBC Saskatchewan, May 29, 2026.
• The Evan Bray Show – Friday, May 29, CJME, May 29, 2026.
• The Evan Bray Show – Friday, May 29, CKOM, May 29, 2026.
• Alumni Spotlight: Meet Laurie McAdam and Robert Cote Jr., FNUniv News, May 29, 2026.
• Air Canada, WestJet Reducing Flights from Sask. This Summer (FNUniv mention in author bio), CBC Saskatchewan, May 31, 2026.

April

• Solutions to high-risk substance use summit concludes in Regina – CTV News Regina — April 30, 2026
• First Nations University hosts summit exploring Indigenous solutions to addictions – Global News — April 29, 2026
• CBC Saskatchewan News coverage featuring FNUniv Spring Powwow celebrations – CBC Saskatchewan — April, 19 2026
• FNUniv Spring Powwow’s master of ceremonies shares thoughts on powwow culture
  CBC Saskatchewan — April 19, 2026
• ‘50 years of Indigenous education’: First Nations University celebrates spring powwow
  CTV News Regina — April 19, 2026
• A dream of the ancestors: First Nations University of Canada celebrates 50 years
  CBC Saskatchewan — April 18, 2026

March

• Introducing FNUniv’s 50th Anniversary Logo – Education News Canada — March 2026

February

January

2025

December

• FNUniv Elders Christmas Dinner a Joyful Start to the Holiday Season — SaskToday (Regina Today), Dec 18, 2025

November

• FNUniv Welcomes New Multi-Year Funding Agreement — NationTalk, Nov 19, 2025
• FNUniv Welcomes New Multi-Year Funding Agreement with the Province — Education News Canada, Nov 19, 2025
• FNUniv Celebrated Fall Graduates at the 2025 Graduation Ceremony in Saskatoon — Education News Canada, Nov 15, 2025

• Students Lead Powerful New Art Installation at First Nations University of Canada — Education News Canada, Nov 6, 2025
• Mural Highlights FNUniv History, Culture and Aspirations — SaskToday (Regina Today), Nov 6, 2025
• Students Lead Powerful New Art Installation — NationTalk, Nov 6, 2025

October

• FNUniv Hosts “Igniting the Conversation” Conference on Self-Determination in Indigenous Social Work – Education News Canada, Oct 27, 2025
• Igniting the Conversation Conference Coverage – CFNU Radio, Oct 27, 2025
• Igniting the Conversation Conference – NationTalk, Oct 27, 2025
• Grand Opening of nēwoskan Traditional Campus – APTN News, Oct 22, 2025
• First Nations University Celebrates Renewal of nēwoskan Traditional Campus — NationTalk, Oct 22, 2025
• Groundbreaking partnership brings Indigenous knowledge to STEM programming at the First Nations University of Canada — MBC Radio, Oct 21, 2025
• FNUniv & UNENE Partner to Advance Indigenous Leadership in Clean Energy — Education News Canada, Oct 21, 2025
• FNUniv & UNENE Partner to Advance Indigenous Leadership in Clean Energy — NationTalk, Oct 21, 2025

August

• Students from FNUniv Speak on Language Erosion Abroad – Eagle Feather News, August 8, 2025
• Students from FNUniv Speak on Language Erosion Abroad – northeastNOW, August 15, 2025
• FNUniv, Scotiabank Announce New Travel Opportunities for Students – SaskToday.ca, August 28, 2025

July

• First Nations University of Canada Welcomes Two New Faculty Members to Regina Campus – NationTalk, July 2, 2025
• 2025 FNUniv President’s Cup Fundraising Classic Takes Place on Thursday, July 10 in Prince Albert (WATCH) – Global News, July 10, 2025
• Golf Classic Supports New FNUniv Northern Campus – SaskToday.ca, July 10, 2025
• New Funding Expands Access to Indigenous-Led Teacher Education Across Canada – Rideau Hall Foundation, July 17, 2025

June

• Celebrating the FNUniv 2025 Spring Graduates – FNUniv News, June 14, 2025
• Innovation Federal Credit Union Announces $75,000 in New Scholarships for FNUniv Students – FNUniv News, June 20, 2025
• First Nations University to raise funds for wildfire victims at golf tournament – Prince Albert Daily Herald, June 13, 2025

May

• First Nations University of Canada and University of Regina to host the 2025 National Building Reconciliation Forum – FNUniv News, May 2, 2025
• NIUSLA Summit 2025: Honouring Indigenous Knowledges at Canadian Universities – FNUniv News, May 13, 2025

April

• Release of Summary Report of the 2023 National Indigenous Citizenship Forum – FNUniv News, April 1, 2025
• Indigenous Fine Arts Hosts the 3rd Annual artsyFACT/artsyFICTION – FNUniv News, April 1, 2025
• First Nations University Spring Powwow – 620 CKRM, April 17, 2025
• Creating Context: Indigenous Journalism Students Rewriting Historical Articles – CTV News Regina, April 8, 2025
• First Nations University Spring Powwow Draws in South Korean Dignitaries – CTV News Regina, April 19, 2025

March

• Post-secondary education leaders delve deep into reconciliation – SaskToday.ca, March 3, 2025
• Sask. woman working to reclaim Saulteaux language and pass it along to others – CBC News, March 9, 2025
• NIUSLA Summit 2025: Honouring Indigenous Knowledges at Canadian Universities – NationTalk, March 19, 2025
• Young artists from Korea, Canada join hands to create historical musical ‘R:LINK’ – The Korea Times, March 23, 2025
• ‘Educate themselves on treaty’: Indigenous students speak out on URSU health and dental fees – CTV News, March 25, 2025
• Madahbee Leach contributes details on reconciliation action plans at Toronto conference – anishinabeknews.ca, March 31, 2025

February

• First Nations University: At the forefront of Indigenous-led research – Innovation News Network, February 26, 2025
• May 14-15 – Registration open for the 2025 National Building Reconciliation Forum – Education News Canada, February 28, 2025

January

• March Year in Review – PA Herald, January 10, 2025
• Canada is facing a major threat from the U.S. right now, both politically and economically – CBC Blue Sky with Leisha Grebinski, January 17, 2025
• Autonomy on the horizon for First Nations University of Canada with New Partnership – MSN.com

2024

December

• SK-NEIHR 2024 First Nations and Métis Research Engagement Day – Nation Talk, December 2, 2024
• FNUniv Honours the Recipients of the 2023 Long Service Awards – Nation Talk, December 2, 2024
• Investigative journalist ‘surprised as anyone’ her reporting led to cabinet resignation – APTN National News, December 3, 2024
• Auditor general to probe Indigenous procurement over concerns of ‘front’ companies – Global News, December 4, 2024
• Opinion: Sask. needs penalties to ensure public information access – Saskatoon Star Phoenix, December 6, 2024
• University of Regina no longer offers BA Program for degree in linguistics – CBC News, December 10, 2024
• Save the Date for First Nations University of Canada’s Spring Celebration Powwow – Nation Talk, December 12, 2024
• FNUniv Launches Online Store, Offering Branded Merchandise for Students, Alumni, and Community – Nation Talk, December 16, 2024

November

• Students at First Nations University of Canada Hosts Halloween Event to Foster Community – CTV News, November 1, 2024
• Fraud Indigenous Procurement Program – Global News, November 1, 2024
• Donor Spotlight Kenneth Strath Moore Award Honouring a Legacy of Excellence – Nation Talk, November 4, 2024
• Dr. Brenda Green Appointed to 3-Year Term with CIHR College of Reviewers – Nation Talk, November 4, 2024
• Indigenous Scholars Gather in Vancouver – Nipawin Journal, November 4, 2024
• Remembrance Day Ceremony at FNUniv – CTV News, November 7, 2024
• FNUniv Hosts Memorial Service for Indigenous Veterans (CTV News) – Nation Talk, November 8, 2024
• The 2025 National Building Reconciliation Forum will take place in Regina – MBC Radio, November 12, 2024
• Randy Boissonnault Indigenous Identity – National Post, November 13, 2024
• FNUniv and UofR to Host National Gathering to Advance Reconciliation in Canadian Post-Secondary Education – Education News Canada, November 14, 2024
• 3rd Edition of Cree Dictionary of Mathematical Terms with Visual Examples and Sound Now Available – Education News Canada, November 25, 2024
• Four New Faculty Members Join the FNUniv Community – Educations News Canada, November 26, 2024
• Advertising Partnership Elevates First Nations University of Canada at Regina Airport – Nation Talk, November 26, 2024
• FNUniv Co-Hosts Annual Indigenous Graduate Research Evening – Nation Talk, November 28, 2024
• The Business Higher Education Roundtable BHER Welcomed FNUniv as a New Post-Secondary Member – Nation Talk, November 29, 2024

October

• Indigenous Mapping Workshop Comes to Regina for First Time – CTV News, Oct 25, 2024
• Dr. A Blair Stonechild Awarded King Charles III Coronation Medal – Education News Canada, Oct 24, 2024
• Shaping Saskatchewan: Jacqueline Ottmann – Global News, Oct 20, 2024
• Regina Man Inducted into Order of Canada for Cree Language Studies – MSN News, Oct 15, 2024
• BHP Commits $100K to FNUniv for Leadership & Culture – Education News Canada, Oct 2, 2024
• Transforming Post-Secondary Experience for Indigenous Students – Yahoo Finance, Oct 2, 2024
• Northern Football Jamboree Returns to Regina – Riderville, Oct 2, 2024
• FNUniv & Co-operators Partner Up – MBC Radio, Oct 1, 2024

September

• Hundreds Walk in Regina for Residential School Victims – CJME, Sep 27, 2024
• Northern Sask Students Football Camp & Smudge Walk – Global News, Sep 26, 2024
• Research Grant for Indigenous Health Research – Education News Canada, Sep 24, 2024
• Roughrider Foundation & FNUniv Welcome Northern Football League – Our Sports Central, Oct 1, 2024
• Welcome Back Powwow Brings Students Together – CTV News, Sep 15, 2024
• Bunny Picture Not Proof of Indigeneity – Global News, Sep 10, 2024
• Northern Football Jamboree Visits Regina – Riderville, Sep 11, 2024
• FNUniv Signs Unique Agreement with City of Regina – Leader Post, Sep 8, 2024
• Nelson Bird Moves to Streaming Radio – Prince Albert Herald, Sep 5, 2024

August

• FNUniv Hosts ITIKI Gathering – NationTalk, Aug 30, 2024
• FNUniv Partners with SIIT & McKnight for Medicinal Garden – NationTalk, Aug 28, 2024
• Entrepreneurship Camp Builds Indigenous Youth Confidence – The Globe and Mail, Aug 25, 2024
• Investigation into Indigenous Contracting Unfolds – Global News, Aug 24, 2024
• 14th Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurship Camp – MBC Radio, Aug 15, 2024
• Indigenous Education in Canada Needs Fair Funding – The StarPhoenix, Aug 10, 2024