The Saskatchewan First Nations Water Association

05/29/2026

The SFNWA is excited to welcome Olaf Olson to the office team. Olaf is a proud member of Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation and was raised on Treaty Six Territory in Southend, Saskatchewan. He has called Saskatoon home for the past seven years and holds a Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition from the University of Saskatchewan.

In his role as an Administrative Assistant with the Saskatchewan First Nations Water Association (SFNWA), Olaf is dedicated to supporting his colleagues and contributing to the organization’s vital work serving First Nations communities.

Outside of the office, Olaf enjoys spending time with his husband and their two dogs, Pancake and Freyja, as well as their cat, Grizzly. In his downtime, he can often be found immersed in virtual adventures, playing games such as Baldur’s Gate 3 and Overwatch.

05/26/2026

The SFNWA is proud to welcome Darlynn Lavallee to the team!

"Tânisi! My name is Darlynn Lavallee, granddaughter of late Alfred Lavallee and Joan Pratt from Piapot First Nation, and late Virginia Whiteman from Standing Buffalo Dakota Nation. I am still blessed to have my grandfather Richard Amyotte from Katepwa. I have a background in environmental systems engineering, with a focus on energy, water, and land sustainability. My goal is to help First Nations strengthen long-term resilience through strong operational plans and practical, community-driven solutions. I believe the best work happens through collective effort, curiosity, and staying grounded in the people we serve."

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05/14/2026

Thank you, TMH Solutions, for your generosity and support of our Trade Show Coffee Break!

05/12/2026

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05/08/2026

Daphie Pooyak is a Nakota-Cree traditional teacher, storyteller, cultural advisor, and educator from Sweetgrass First Nation in Saskatchewan. She has spent more than 20 years teaching cultural education, land-based learning, traditional medicine, natural law, healing, trauma, and wellness. Her work has taken her across Canada, the United States, and Mexico, including presentations on healing trauma, traditional medicine, and Natural Law. Daphie has also shared water teachings through land-based learning projects and continues to guide people through traditional storytelling, ceremony, and healing practices rooted in respect for all creation.

The SFNWA is honoured that Daphie has agreed to share her important water teachings at our Summer Water Ceremony.

05/07/2026

The Saskatchewan First Nations Water Association is proud to recognize and thank Arbourdale for their generous Keynote Coffee Break Sponsorship at the 2026 SFNWA Conference & Trade Show, taking place September 21–24, 2026, at the Saskatoon Inn and Wanuskewin Heritage Park.

05/06/2026

The Saskatchewan First Nations Water Association would like to thank SaskWater for their generous lunch sponsorship at the 2026 SFNWA Conference & Trade Show, September 21-24.

05/05/2026

Today is Red Dress Day. A day to honour and remember Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, and to reflect on the ongoing need for awareness, justice, and change.

Ashley Callingbull is the keynote speaker for the 2026 SFNWA Conference & Trade Show. Ashley isn’t just a recognizable face; she’s a powerful, grounded, and deeply impactful speaker. When she takes the stage, she brings authenticity, lived experience, and a message that resonates far beyond the moment. She speaks on identity, resilience, accessibility, and the strength of Indigenous communities in a way that immediately connects with people and stays with them long after.

Take a few minutes to watch the video below. Listen closely, not just to what’s being said, but why it needs to be heard.


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Empowering Indigenous Voices: A Fight for Equality and AccessIn this heartfelt video, Miss Universe Canada 2024, Ashley Callingbull, shares her personal jour...