Saulteaux First Nation

Treaty 6
Battlefords Agency Tribal Council
Ojibwa, Cree
Summary Economic Development Access & Logistics

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Governance & Leadership

Chief

  • Kenny Moccasin

Councillors

  • Arthur Moccasin
  • Gabriel Moccasin
  • Texan Moccasin
  • Don Night
  • Curtis Poitras

Next Election

March 2029

Term of Office

3 Years

Government Type

Custom Electoral System (Custom Code)

Band Manager

Sarah Gopher

Demographics

Membership (*ISC - As of August 2026)

  • 1,585 total membership
  • 860 (on-reserve)
  • 725 (off-reserve)

Reserves

  • Saulteaux 159D (767 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159FF (0.20 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159GG (47 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159HH (31 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159II (128 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159JJ (64 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159KK (65 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159LL (191 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159MM (190 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159W (129 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159X (317 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159Y (65 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159Z (130 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159NN (32 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159PP (26 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159G (194 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159J (191 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159K (125 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159L (193 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159M (13 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159N (273 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159O (194 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159T (129 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159B (2.3 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159C (894 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159EE (3,028 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159F (65 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159H (518 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159I (6.2 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159P (518 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159Q (259 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159R (259 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159S (299 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159U (1,050 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159V (65 Ha)
  • Saulteaux 159 (3,925 Ha)

Reserve Land

hectares 17,834.00
acres 44,068.77
km² 178.34

Physical Location

Saulteaux First Nation is located 43 kilometres north of North Battleford near Cochin and Jackfish Lake, Saskatchewan.

Economic Strategy

Saulteaux First Nation focuses on long-term sustainable growth by leveraging its strategic land base in Northern Saskatchewan near Jackfish Lake. Grounded in traditional territory stewardship, the Nation advances economic self-sufficiency through key sectors including agriculture, land leasing, forestry, and tourism. By establishing dedicated governance frameworks for wealth management and cultivating commercial partnerships, the community enhances local infrastructure, creates employment opportunities, and supports member-driven initiatives. Saulteaux First Nation balances active agricultural land management with progressive community development projects, ensuring cultural heritage and environmental preservation remain central to all commercial endeavors.

Investment Readiness & Governance

  • Establishment of the Saulteaux First Nation Sovereign Wealth Fund to preserve long-term capital and direct financial resources toward community priorities.
  • Governance and management of Ottawa Trust Funds derived from capital land transactions and revenue-generating land leases.
  • Active equity participation in collaborative tribal council investment vehicles to expand commercial reach and joint-venture capability.

Economic Development Administration

Economic development initiatives for Saulteaux First Nation are directed through corporate land holding entities and collaborative investment partnerships. Corporate entities such as Soto Land Company Limited and Auski Land Corporation manage real estate and land assets, providing structured governance for commercial development on reserve lands. Additional corporate vehicles, including Saulteaux First Nation Enterprises Inc., remain positioned to support prospective business endeavors across emerging commercial sectors. The Nation actively expands its investment footprint through joint participation in the Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs investment partnerships, aligning regional economic strategy with community priorities to generate long-term financial returns, commercial growth, and sustainable employment opportunities for members.

Saulteaux First Nation - Enterprise Portfolio

Corporate & Land Development Entities

Soto Land Company Limited (Wholly-Owned Subsidiary)
Oversees real estate holdings and land management projects to optimize commercial property utility and long-term economic growth.

Auski Land Corporation (Wholly-Owned Subsidiary)
Manages corporate land assets and strategic development initiatives on behalf of the Nation.

Saulteaux First Nation Enterprises Inc. (Wholly-Owned Subsidiary – Inactive)
Serves as a corporate vehicle positioned to activate commercial opportunities and strategic business ventures.

Saulteaux First Nation Employment and Training Inc. (Wholly-Owned Subsidiary – Inactive)
Maintains administrative capacity for future workforce initiatives, skill development, and employment programming.

Strategic Regional Investment Partnerships

BATC Investments Limited Partnership (Limited Partnership)
Participates in regional commercial ventures, joint equity projects, and economic initiatives alongside partner First Nations.

BATC Investment Ltd. (Limited Partnership)
Engages in collaborative corporate investments to expand market opportunities across key regional economic sectors.

Agricultural & Natural Resources

Saulteaux First Nation Bison Operations (Band-Owned Enterprise)
Oversees a dedicated wood bison herd, integrating traditional cultural heritage with sustainable agricultural land management.

Access & Logistics Details

Primary Access:

Saulteaux First Nation is accessible year-round via Saskatchewan Highway 4, located approximately 35 to 40 km north of North Battleford. Primary reserve lands (such as Saulteaux 159) connect directly to Highway 4 via municipal and reserve grid roads around Jackfish Lake and Cochin. Roads are fully paved along Highway 4, though local secondary and unpaved grid roads are subject to severe winter conditions and spring weight restrictions.

Nearest Airport:

The nearest regional aviation facility is the North Battleford Airport (CYQW), located approximately 40 km south, which features paved runways accommodating charter, general aviation, and air ambulance operations. The nearest major airport offering scheduled domestic/international passenger and air cargo services is Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport (CYXE), situated roughly 175 km southeast via Highway 4 and Highway 16.

Nearest Commercial & Service Hub:

North Battleford (35 to 40 km south) serves as the immediate regional service center for basic commercial, trade, fuel, and equipment needs. The primary Tier-1 commercial, distribution, and manufacturing hub is Saskatoon, located approximately 175 km southeast, offering full industrial supply chains, heavy machinery leasing, freight forwarding, and specialized technical support.

Rail:

Regarding rail infrastructure, mainlines operated by Canadian National Railway (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) run through North Battleford (approx. 40 km south), providing regional rail freight access and bulk load facilities, though no direct rail spur exists on reserve lands.

Geographic & Logistical Notes:

Saulteaux First Nation is situated within Treaty 6 territory. Contractors must complete formal community engagement, obtain proper Band Council approvals, and respect local protocols prior to commencing work. Logistical planning must account for severe sub-zero winter temperatures, drifting snow, and spring thaw road bans on rural grid roads. Environmental protection protocols must be strictly maintained given the proximity to Jackfish Lake and local watershed systems.