Sask. family donates 14 eagle feathers to Provincial Court

Eagle feathers gifted to Saskatchewan provincial courts for use during proceedings

Eagle feathers hold sacred significance in many Indigenous cultures, and they will now be available for people swearing or affirming to tell the truth.

Sask. family donates 14 eagle feathers to Provincial Court

The eagle feathers were gifted to the Court by Cecile Brass, sister of Provincial Court Judge Michelle Brass. (Image Credit: Submitted photo/ Provincial Court Sask.)

Saskatchewan courts to allow use of eagle feathers

Those swearing oaths or making affirmations in Saskatchewan provincial courts can now do so with an eagle feather.

Saskatchewan provincial courts to allow use of eagle feathers when swearing oath

REGINA - Those swearing oaths or making affirmations in Saskatchewan provincial courts can now do so with an eagle feather.

Provincial Court of Saskatchewan introduces eagle feathers across provincial courtrooms

The Provincial Court of Saskatchewan has announced the addition of fourteen eagle feathers for use in court proceedings, marking a continued effort to enhance respect, accessibility, and cultural inclusion within the justice system. Under the initiative, one eagle feather will be stationed at each of the court’s thirteen permanent locations across Saskatchewan. Individuals participating in court proceedings who are swearing or affirming to tell …