Politicians, dignitaries and Indigenous leaders to mark 150th anniversary of Treaty 6

150 years ago, Indigenous chiefs and dignitaries convened at Fort Carlton in the untamed wilderness of present-day Saskatchewan to create a lasting agreement, now known as Treaty 6. This historic treaty, the sixth of 11 signed post-Confederation, covers much of central Alberta and Saskatchewan, long before these regions were provinces.

On Sunday, politicians, dignitaries, and Indigenous leaders will once again convene at Fort Carlton Historic Park to commemorate this significant milestone, celebrate its legacy, and recommit to addressing the broken promises and unrealized dreams of the past. Federal Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Rebecca Alty emphasized Canada's historical unreliability as a treaty partner and the government's commitment to rectifying past injustices.

Despite challenges, the relationship between First Nations in Saskatchewan and the provincial government remains strong. Saskatchewan's government relations minister, Eric Schmalz, expressed excitement about recognizing Treaty 6 and maintaining an inclusive approach to collaboration, including resource extraction and public school education. Treaty 6, one of the most crucial documents in Canadian history, is expected to be honored with a new monument marking the anniversary.