BROADVIEW — A stretch of highway north of Broadview has been renamed to honour one of the original signers of Treaty 4.
Highway 201, which runs for 20 kilometres through Kahkewistahaw First Nation, will now also be known as Chief Kahkewistahaw Way.
Chief Kahkewistahaw signed Treaty 4 on Sept. 15, 1874.
Highways Minister David Marit said the designation is a tribute to a leader whose vision and commitment left a lasting impact.
“Chief Kahkewistahaw Way recognizes a visionary chief who led his people with great distinction,” Marit said. “We are grateful to Chief Evan Taypotat for recommending this dual designation, which will remind us of one of the people who shaped the history of this region.”
Taypotat said the renaming honours not only a leader, but also reflects reconciliation and recognition of Indigenous leadership.
“Chief Kahkewistahaw was known for his unwavering commitment to his people and his ability to adapt to changing times while protecting our traditional lands,” Taypotat said.
The new signage, developed with community input, features a black background with a red outline, white lettering and a silhouette of the late chief.
Highway 201 is the third provincial highway to receive a dual designation honouring an Indigenous leader, following Highway 11 Louis Riel Trail and Highway 219 Chief Whitecap Trail.
The province has also marked the boundaries of eight numbered Treaties with highway signs across Saskatchewan.
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