Driftpile Cree Nation

10/06/2026

Today we’re looking at Question 7 on Alberta’s October 19 referendum ballot:

“Do you support the Government of Alberta working with the governments of other willing provinces to amend the Canadian Constitution to abolish the unelected federal Senate?”

The Senate is one of the two chambers of Canada’s Parliament, along with the elected House of Commons. Senators review and debate federal legislation, can propose amendments to bills, participate in committee studies and provide regional representation within Parliament.

Unlike Members of Parliament, Senators are not elected. They are appointed by the Governor General on the advice of the Prime Minister and can serve until age 75.

A Yes vote would support the Government of Alberta working with other willing provinces to pursue a constitutional amendment that would abolish the Senate.

A No vote would mean you do not support pursuing a constitutional amendment to abolish the Senate.

One important detail is that Alberta cannot abolish the Senate on its own. The Supreme Court of Canada has ruled that abolishing the Senate would require unanimous agreement through the constitutional amendment process, including the Senate, the House of Commons and the legislative assemblies of all 10 provinces.

Another detail is that the question proposes abolishing the Senate entirely. It does not propose electing senators, changing how senators are appointed or otherwise reforming the Senate.

Before voting, some things to consider:

• What role does the Senate currently play in reviewing federal laws and representing regions of Canada?
• Should Canada continue to have a second chamber of Parliament?
• Are concerns about an unelected Senate better addressed through reform or abolition?
• What would Canada’s federal law-making process look like without the Senate?
• What level of agreement would be required across Canada to make this constitutional change?

Like Question 6, Question 7 is one of four constitutional questions on the ballot. A Yes vote would not itself abolish the Senate. A constitutional amendment process requiring unanimous agreement would still be necessary.

Take some time to read the wording carefully, consider what is being proposed and make your own informed choice.

10 questions. Your voice. Your choice.

10/05/2026

🚰 HYDRANT FLUSHING NOTICE

Please be advised that hydrant flushing will be taking place over the next two weeks.

During this time, you may notice some discolouration in your water. If this occurs, please run your tap for a few minutes until the water runs clear.

Thank you for your patience and understanding! 💧

10/05/2026

Today we’re looking at Question 6 on Alberta’s October 19 referendum ballot:

“Do you support the Government of Alberta working with the governments of other willing provinces to amend the Canadian Constitution to have provincial governments, and not the federal government, select the justices appointed to provincial King’s Bench and Appeal courts?”

Currently, judges of Alberta’s Court of King’s Bench and Court of Appeal are appointed by the federal government. Alberta’s Court of Justice is different: its judges are appointed provincially.

A Yes vote would support the Government of Alberta working with other willing provinces to change the Canadian Constitution so that provincial governments, rather than the federal government, would select judges for the Court of King’s Bench and Court of Appeal.

A No vote would mean you do not support changing the current constitutional system for selecting these judges.

One important detail is that Alberta cannot make this change on its own. The federal appointment of superior court judges is set out in Canada’s Constitution, so changing who has that authority would require a constitutional amendment involving the federal government and other provinces.

Another detail is that the question does not explain what a new provincial selection process would look like, who would participate in selecting candidates, what safeguards would be included or how judicial independence would be protected under a new system.

Before voting, some things to consider:
• Who should be responsible for selecting judges for Alberta’s higher courts?
• What would a provincial selection and appointment process look like?
• What safeguards should be in place to protect judicial independence?
• What would be required from other provinces and the federal government to make this constitutional change?

Unlike Questions 1–5, Question 6 is one of four constitutional questions on the ballot. A Yes vote would not itself change who selects Alberta’s judges. A constitutional amendment process would still be required.

Take some time to read the wording carefully, consider what is being proposed and make your own informed choice.

10 questions. Your voice. Your choice.

10/05/2026

🔥 DRIFTPILE BBQ – OPEN TO ALL NATIONS! 🔥

Come on out and join us for lunch, visit with your neighbours, and enjoy a community BBQ hosted with Jen-Col and Falcon Equipment Rentals!

📅 Wednesday, October 14
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Driftpile Cree Nation Community Hall

🍔 BBQ
🎟️ Free raffle prizes
🤝 Everyone is welcome!

Come say hi, grab some food, and spend a little time together. We hope to see you there! 🧡

Please share and help spread the word!

10/04/2026

Happening today. Stop by and check out all the amazing goods from 10-4.

🍂 Driftpile Fall Market 🍂

Join us for a cozy autumn marketplace on Sunday, October 4, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Driftpile Community Hall.

Come check out fresh produce, crafts, music and more!

Admission is free.

Vendor tables are $10 each. To book a table, call 780-355-3868.

We hope to see you there! 🎃🍁

10/04/2026

Reminder this happening today Sunday October 4th
⏰ 3:00–5:30 p.m.
📍 Mihtatakaw Sipiy School, Driftpile Cree Nation

📣 YOU’RE INVITED: MEET THE TRIBUNAL

Driftpile Cree Nation members are invited to a community engagement session with the Miyo-Wîcêhtowin Onâtamâkêw—Driftpile Cree Nation’s Appeal Tribunal.

Come meet the Tribunal members and learn:

🔺 Who the Tribunal members are
🔸 What the Tribunal does
🔹 How an appeal works

📅 Sunday, October 4, 2026
⏰ 3:00–5:30 p.m.
📍 Mihtatakaw Sipiy School, Driftpile Cree Nation

Everyone is welcome. Please join us for this informative community session!

One Tribunal • One Team

10/02/2026

📣 YOU’RE INVITED: MEET THE TRIBUNAL

Driftpile Cree Nation members are invited to a community engagement session with the Miyo-Wîcêhtowin Onâtamâkêw—Driftpile Cree Nation’s Appeal Tribunal.

Come meet the Tribunal members and learn:

🔺 Who the Tribunal members are
🔸 What the Tribunal does
🔹 How an appeal works

📅 Sunday, October 4, 2026
⏰ 3:00–5:30 p.m.
📍 Mihtatakaw Sipiy School, Driftpile Cree Nation

Everyone is welcome. Please join us for this informative community session!

One Tribunal • One Team

10/02/2026

Today we’re looking at Question 5 on Alberta’s October 19 referendum ballot:

“Do you support the Government of Alberta introducing a law requiring individuals to provide proof of citizenship, such as a passport, birth certificate or citizenship card, to vote in an Alberta provincial election?”

To vote in an Alberta provincial election, a person must already be a Canadian citizen, at least 18 years old on Election Day and ordinarily resident in Alberta.

A Yes vote would support introducing a new law requiring voters to provide specific proof of Canadian citizenship, such as a passport, birth certificate or citizenship card, before being eligible to vote.

A No vote would mean you do not support adding that proposed proof of citizenship requirement as it is currently worded.

One important detail is that the question does not set out exactly how the requirement would work in practice. It does not say which documents would ultimately be accepted, what would happen if an eligible voter did not have one of those documents readily available, or whether alternative ways of proving citizenship would be allowed.

Before voting, some things to consider:
• What documents would be accepted as proof of citizenship?
• What options would be available to eligible voters who do not have a passport, birth certificate or citizenship card readily available?
• Would other forms of proof be accepted?
• How would the new requirement be implemented at voting places?

The referendum result is not binding, so a Yes result would not automatically change voting requirements. Further government action and legislation would still be required.

Take some time to read the wording carefully, consider what is being proposed and make your own informed choice.

10 questions. Your voice. Your choice.

10/01/2026

Today we’re looking at Question 4 on Alberta’s October 19 referendum ballot:

“Assuming that all Canadian citizens and permanent residents continue to qualify for public health care and education as they do now, do you support the Government of Alberta charging a reasonable fee or premium to individuals with a non-permanent immigration status living in Alberta for their and their family’s use of the healthcare and education systems?”

Right now, some people with temporary immigration status can qualify for Alberta Health Care Insurance if they meet specific residency and immigration requirements. This can include some temporary foreign workers and international students.

A Yes vote would support the Government of Alberta charging a fee or premium to people with non-permanent immigration status, and their families, for their use of publicly funded health care and education.

A No vote would mean you do not support that proposed fee or premium as it is currently worded.

One important detail is that the question does not define what a “reasonable fee or premium” would be, how much it would cost, whether health care and education would be charged in the same way, or whether there would be exemptions for particular people or circumstances.

Before voting, some things to consider:
• How much would the fee or premium be?
• Who exactly would be required to pay it?
• Would temporary workers, international students and their families be treated the same way?
• Would there be exemptions for certain circumstances?
• How would the proposed fee interact with existing eligibility rules and costs?

The referendum result is not binding, so a Yes result would not automatically introduce new fees. Further government action or legislation would still be required.

Take some time to read the wording carefully, consider what is being proposed and make your own informed choice.

10 questions. Your voice. Your choice.

09/30/2026

Happening this weekend!!

🍂 Driftpile Fall Market 🍂

Join us for a cozy autumn marketplace on Sunday, October 4, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Driftpile Community Hall.

Come check out fresh produce, crafts, music and more!

Admission is free.

Vendor tables are $10 each. To book a table, call 780-355-3868.

We hope to see you there! 🎃🍁