Welcome to Day Star First Nation
Home of the Plains Cree
Day Star is located in the Southeastern segment of Saskatchewan near the town of Punnichy.
The First Nation is 6724 hectares in size with a population of 528, of which 150 live on reserve.
The First Nation is 6724 hectares in size with a population of 528, of which 150 live on reserve.
A STRONG SENSE OF TOGETHERNESS
Community Spirit
Our Elders are included in a number of community based activities such as community workshops and health initiatives.
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As a vital part of our community, we ensure to have children and family involvement in ongoing activities and programs.
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Though small, this community is actively engaged in developing industry and resources as well as expanding other economic developments.
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Chief Day Star
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Chief Day Star was known to have prophetic dreams and visions, and the creation of the present day Day Star Reserve arises from a prophesy.
Day Star followed his dream and selected this land as the spirit had told him. The hill that Day Star saw in his dream, known today as Day Star’s Hill or Blue Hill is on the north end of the Reserve. It is the highest point of land between Riding Mountain National Park and Cypress Hills. |
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We speak Cree here, the language is special to our Reserve.
It's a different accent and a slightly different dialect. - Day Star Elder |