Muscowpetung, Saulteaux nation
Honouring our past
Building our future
Welcome to Muscowpetung Saulteaux Nation
Our community stands on the foundation of rich history and strong leadership, from Chief Cheekuk’s commitment to Treaty 4 in 1875 to the dedicated leadership of Chief Melissa Tavita today. As stewards of our land and culture, we continue to build a prosperous future for all members.
Community resources
community
resources
We are proud to offer a range of facilities and resources to support our members, including:
administration
Our Band Administration Department provides accurate financial information, financial and operational transparency, and accountability to its membership.
Education
Our vision at Muscowpetung Education Centre is to provide the educational supports needed by our students, so they will be able to compete and be functioning members of society.
Finance
Access financial transparency and accountability documents, including audits, consolidated financial statements, and schedules of remuneration and expenses for Chief and Councillors.
Explore key governance documents that guide our Nation, including the Draft 2021 Muscowpetung Custom Election Act and the Draft 2019 Muscowpetung Constitution.
Health
Our health resource center is here to support the well-being of our community with services like A.A. meetings, wellness clinics, prenatal nutrition programs, and regular access to Nurse Cara Bear.
Housing
The Muscowpetung Saulteaux Nation Leadership approved at $300 Elder’s Utility supplement for band members who are over the age of sixty-five (65) and are a registered band member.
Income assist
Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development’s (AANDC) Income Assistance program is one of five Social Development Programs administered by the department.
Post-secondary
The Muscowpetung Saulteaux Nation Post Secondary Students Assistance program is a federally funded program by the Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada.
Community Videos
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our legacy
our
legacy
Chief Cheekuk was the original chief on record from 1874 until his death in 1880. His headmen included Kayquasukkeemeeskunk, Keesick, Passang, Wakawesit, Wesackkeepiness, Pahsunk, and Mesakeepiness. In 1874, Treaty 4 was signed on behalf of the Crown with the Saulteaux, Assiniboia, Cree, and other Indigenous nations inhabiting the south and central plains of the North-West Territories. On September 8, 1875, Chief Cheekuk, adhered to Treaty #4 on behalf of what later become known as the Muscowpetung Indian Band. According to historical records, Chief Cheekuk passed away in March of 1880, where Chief Muscowpetung took over along with his fellow headmen: Pasung, Keesik (John Moore), and Kaquatacommesung. Chief Muscowpetung lead along with Pasung and Kaquatacomemesung on August 8, 1881. Chief Muscowpetung led the tribe until his death in 1915. Chief Muscowpetung’s headmen included Muscowcappo (Albert Cappo), Pasung, Keesick, Meshakeepnase (John Keepness), Apickinew, and Thunder Striking the Ground.