Community update regarding the Alberta Separation Referendum, the amended Citizen Initiative Act, and Piikani Nation's application for judicial review to protect Treaty and Aboriginal rights.

Elders Bingo on January 28, 2026 at the Mary Anne McDougall Memorial Elder Center. Doors open at 5:00PM. $500 Jackpot, Bonanza 50/50, and more!

Spay & Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP) Clinic for dogs and cats on the Piikani Nation. February 24-26, 2026.

Season's Greetings from Piikani Nation. Notice of Holiday Office Hours and important Emergency Support contact numbers for the holiday season.

Update on the Alberta Separation Referendum decision by Justice Feasby and Piikani Nation's response to Bill 14.

Team staff by division, roster confirmation steps, status card requirements, and RAMP registration details for the 2026 Alberta Treaty Hockey Tournament.

$575 per capita distribution is scheduled for December 15-16, 2025. Pickup locations and new membership registration details will be provided soon.

December 10 introduction event at Community Hall with staff intro, Elder panel, traditional games with prizes, lunch, and survey draws for the Piikani Nation Disabilities Pilot Project.

Free public skating every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM at Piikani Arena. Helmets are mandatory.

Hockey arena opens to the public starting Wednesday, November 26, 2025; call 403-965-3940 to book and pay in full ahead of rentals. Unpaid bookings may be cancelled; community membership bookings only.

Lands Department will issue Fall 2025 land rental payments on December 5, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM; bring government-issued ID or coordinate pick up by email, letter, or mail-out forms.

Piikani Nation honours the warriors who completed a 100 km buffalo hunt, reaffirming the sacred bond with Inni and thanking partners who made the hunt possible.

Chief and Council will host a November 24, 2025 information meeting to explain the IR 147 Highway 786 Specific Claim Settlement Agreement and answer member questions.

Grassy Mountain litigation outcome, the Supreme Court's decision, and Council's commitment to defend Piikani rights while reviewing Northback's revised project.

Council suspended Councillor Dimples Stump without pay pending a removal appeal and invites members to review the petition and reasons at the administration office.

Horses will be impounded during the October 20 – November 30 round-up period. Contact Lands at 403-965-3807.

Notice invites Piikani members to a fully catered justice engagement session on October 29 at the Piikani Multi-Purpose Facility to discuss programming, safety concerns, and community priorities.

Posting seeks a Justice Manager to oversee the Piikani Justice Program, manage staff, and advance culturally grounded services.

Piikani Nation reports significant financial irregularities at PRDL, has taken legal action including removing management, and is working with the RCMP.

Piikani Nation welcomes Kelly Potts, Cheryl Dolan, Laura Weatherill, Bev Burton, and Jeff Brockmann for bringing vital clinic expertise to the community.

Napi's Playground K4 and K5 students visited council chambers for snacks, stories, and an inspiring look at future leadership.

Community members celebrated the sod turning for the new school, honoring leaders and thanking PBOES for driving the project forward.

New attendance policy ensures full council representation, defines excused absences, and sets sanctions for unexcused meetings.

Piikani Nation filed its own treaty annuities lawsuit to seek fair adjustments, favoring direct negotiations over the Bearspaw class action.

Chief Knowlton supports the limited Grassy Mountain drilling program for data and community benefit while reserving judgment on future mining proposals.

Councillor Martin Iron Shirt resigned effective December 31, 2024, with a by-election to fill the vacancy forthcoming.

Band meeting on January 9, 2025 invites members to suggest discussion items, with doors at 5:30 pm and the meeting starting at 6:00 pm.

Calgary membership registration takes place on November 30 at the Shawnessy YMCA and outlines required identification for minors and dependent adults.

Details the $500 per capita distribution, required forms, submission methods, and cheque pickup dates at the Piikani Multipurpose Building.

Indigenous Services Canada committed major capital funding for new Piikani schools, and leadership thanks PBOE for championing the project.

Opioid emergency update highlights wrap-around supports, calls for greater government help, and thanks frontline teams for their resilience.

Council acknowledges profound grief from recent losses, encourages members to lean on available supports, and thanks community leaders and staff.

Council thanks members for tips leading to a major drug seizure, urges continued vigilance, and reaffirms the opioid state of emergency.

Provides a Chief and Council legal update PDF regarding the dismissed appeal against Piikani Nation.

Chief and Council thank everyone who made the 65th Annual Celebration a success, celebrating community resilience and hospitality.