Saddle Lake Defends Gender-Affirming Care | Calgary News

Saddle Lake Cree First Nation is boldly defending gender-affirming care on their lands, using Treaty 6’s “medicine chest” clause to reject Alberta’s restrictive laws targeting transgender youth. Chief Dale Steinhauer vows to protect his people’s health and human rights, drawing a line against historical injustices. With plans to bring in Canadian-trained clinicians, they’re restoring essential medical services—critical amid rising suicide risks in Indigenous trans communities. Supported by Dr. James Makokis, this move sets a powerful national precedent, empowering other First Nations to safeguard vulnerable populations under their sovereignty. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7d631a229f915ce5