Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council
News & Events
Kee Tas Kee Now
News & Events
Here is where you will find all past and present news articles and events posted by Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council.
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Urgent Call for Support: Assistance for Evacuated First Nations Families in Edmonton
Due to the ongoing wildfires in Northern Alberta, more than 1,400 members of the Peerless Trout and Loon River First Nations have been evacuated and are now staying in hotels and temporary accommodations throughout the Edmonton area. While emergency services are...
Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council Chiefs Strongly Reject Alberta’s Bill 54
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 5, 2025 Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council Chiefs Strongly Reject Alberta’s Bill 54 ATIKAMEG, AB – The Chiefs of the Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council (KTC) are strongly denouncing the Government of Alberta’s Bill 54 – the Election Statutes Amendment...
KTC-ATCO Gasification Project Nears Launch
A major step forward in energy access and Nation-led development is underway with the KTC-ATCO Gasification Project. This $67 million partnership between KTC and ATCO will bring natural gas infrastructure to several KTC Nations, improving energy reliability and...
NAHS Powers Ahead with New Leadership and Growth Strategy
North American Hunting Supplies (NAHS), a majority Indigenous-owned firearms and outdoor gear wholesaler, has made an impressive start to 2025 with new leadership and strategic direction. Acquired by KTC Investments Corporation and BIM Holdings Ltd. on January 1, the...
KTC Emergency Services March Newsletter
Hello KTC Nation Members, We are officially back in Wildfire Season (March 1st), and we hope you are all as ready as we are. Going forward the ES team will be continuing our focus on the census data collection as well as other educational info sessions within the 5...
Enhancing safety and economic growth in the north
Launch of KTC’s Learning Directory
Empowering Our Community Through Learning Education is a powerful tool for building a stronger, more self-sufficient community. With the launch of the KTC Learning Directory, we are taking a significant step toward increasing access to knowledge, skills, and...
Storm Ghostkeeper
Storm Ghostkeeper is a student currently enrolled in the Outreach program at Cadotte Lake School, where he shares his passion for music with others. His talent became clear after he played drums at the school’s Christmas concert, showcasing his ability to perform....
Empowering Indigenous Communities with Capacity Partners
Building Leadership and Empowering Communities At Capacity Partners, our mission is to uplift Indigenous communities bycreating opportunities for growth, leadership, and sustainable development.This year, we are proud to introduce new initiatives that align with...
KTC Attends Loon River First Nation Community Meeting
On the evening of January 23rd, members of the Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council (KTC) attended the Loon River First Nation Community Meeting to connect with the community and showcase the various programs and services available. KTC staff set up information tables,...
KTC Job Expo/Youth Symposium
Red Earth Recreation Centre May 14 & 15, 2025 Growing our Own; Our Youth, Our Future 2025 An Event in collaboration with the KTC ISET Program, KTC Education Authority, KTC Child and Family Services and Employer Partnerships On May 14 &15th, our communities...
A Season of Joy: Christmas Concerts in Our SchoolsChristmas Concerts
This holiday season, our schools in the community came alive with the spirit of Christmas as students, staff, and families gathered to celebrate through music, dance, and heartfelt performances. The annual Christmas concerts were a festive highlight, showcasing the...
Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council Welcomes New Grand Chief Gilbert Okemow
The Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council is proud to announce and congratulate Gilbert Okemow as the newly elected Grand Chief. His leadership, vision, and dedication to our communities are well-recognized, and we look forward to the positive changes his guidance will bring...
Nikan Kakike Awasisak Sensory Teepee
The Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council Nikan Kakike Awasisak Sensory Teepee was set up at Treaty Days in Lubicon Lake Band, Loon River First Nation, and Peerless Trout First Nation in July and August 2024. The sensory teepee concept originated from Dr. Grant Bruno, an...
Addressing Economic Leakage in First Nations Communities: A Path to Sustainable Growth
Economic leakage is a pressing issue in many First Nations communities, where locally earned money flows out to external businesses rather than circulating within the community. This outflow stifles local economic growth, reduces job opportunities, and hinders the...
The Importance of Good Governance for Economic Success: How KTC Investments Corp. Aligns with These Principles
In today’s rapidly evolving economic landscape, good governance has become a cornerstone for success, particularly for First Nations economic ventures. The Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council (KTC), through its investment arm, KTC Investments Corp. (KTCIC), has embraced...
KTC Emergency Services Program: Supporting Our Nations in Preparedness and Response
KTC’s Emergency Services Program has secured funding for the next three years to enhance support for the five Member Nations in Emergency Management. Our program's role is not to take over during a disaster but to provide vital support for preparedness, mitigation,...
Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council Education Authority Receives Recognition for Launch of Bilingual Website Celebrating Cree Language and Indigenous Culture
We are honored to announce that Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council Education Authority (KTCEA) has been recognized for the successful launch of its new bilingual website, which celebrates and promotes the Cree language and Indigenous culture. This recognition comes from...
Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council (KTC) Acquires Prominent Commercial Office Building in Edmonton!
📢 Exciting News! Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council (KTC) Acquires Prominent Commercial Office Building in Edmonton! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce that KTC has successfully acquired a remarkable commercial office building in Edmonton! This strategic acquisition represents...
(Alexandra) Samantha Laboucan
Samantha Anderson, a proud member of the Whitefish Lake First Nation #459, recently achieved a significant milestone in her academic journey. On June 30, 2022, Samantha graduated from OLDS College with a Business Management Diploma. Her path to this achievement was...
Memorandum of Agreement
On December 8, 2022, a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) was signed between Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council and the Government of Alberta. In attendance were: Chief Ivan Sawan, Loon River First Nation;Chief Albert Thunder, Whitefish Lake First Nation;Chief Gilbert Okemow,...
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