Today on MuniCast we are diving into a growing relationship that is taking shape across Saskatchewan, the relationship between Saskatchewan Municipalities and First Nations.Welcome to Season 10 of Muni-Cast.MuniCast is brought to you by SUMA, the voice of Saskatchewan’s urban municipalities. MuniCast discusses topics that are important to municipal leaders, like local governance, best practices, education, and so much more. This season, conversations will dive into how municipalities can get the most value from SUMA’s offerings—from building meaningful connections through networking, to strengthening capacity through education, advancing local priorities through advocacy, and gaining direct access to government officials.Today we are discussing the work between first nations and Saskatchewan Municipalities, whether that is promoting the understanding of Treaty rights and Truth and Reconciliation among Saskatchewan’s urban municipalities and how we can facilitate relationship-building between First Nations and municipalities.We caught up with Former Mayor of Saskatoon, and now Charlie Clark, the Saskatchewan Office of the Treaty Commissioner Treaty Relations Lead, to discuss the work that the OTC does to promote relationship building between First Nations and municipalities, and why it’s important to focus on building those relations today. We now turn our attention to an organization that has been long in building and fostering a relationship between First Nations and municipalities across Eastern Saskatchewan. Sylvite Four-Six is a unique regional partnership formed to prepare for significant growth, catalyzed by one of the largest private sector investments in Saskatchewan history – BHP’s $14B potash mine near Jansen, Saskatchewan. We caught up with Board Chai Brent Sunshine of Fishing Lake First Nation, and Outgoing Vice Chair Joe Day, City Manager for the City of Humboldt. We discuss how working together has strengthened the project, and what they have learned from each other. -----Learn More About SUMA: Website: https://suma.org/Facebook: https://facebook.com/SUMAConnectTwitter: https://twitter.com/SUMAConnectLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/saskatchewan-urban-municipalities-associationInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/suma.connectYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SUMASask-----Listen to the Show: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5QLq7OluynaodZyd7c30DN?si=f67427d5b2ec4483Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/municast/id1750494860Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnyOMC0SKIN9AwtusJmC9pLyuaudHP7Bf&si=SnzkKbG0GQvkMLb4-----Music: ‘One Foot On Main Street’ written and performed by Jeffery Straker, used with permission.-----Follow the Cross Border Network: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossborderpodcast/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/crossbordernetwork.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@crossborderpodcast Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/CrossBorderInterviews/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crossborderinterviews/ Website: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/MuniCast is made in partnership with SUMA and the Cross Border Network©2026

Today on MuniCast we are discussing a program from the Saskatchewan Science Centre that was a key moment for Saskatchewan Youth at this year’s 2026 SUMA Convention.

Welcome to Season 10 of Muni-Cast.

MuniCast is brought to you by SUMA, the voice of Saskatchewan’s urban municipalities.

MuniCast discusses topics that are important to municipal leaders, like local governance, best practices, education, and so much more.

This season, conversations will dive into how municipalities can get the most value from SUMA’s offerings—from building meaningful connections through networking, to strengthening capacity through education, advancing local priorities through advocacy, and gaining direct access to government officials.

Today we are discussing the Municipal Marvels Student Challenge, which invites Saskatchewan students in grades 5 and up to become innovators and community problem-solvers.

Working in teams, students identify a real-world issue in their community — such as waste reduction, energy use, water conservation, transportation, or climate change — and research creative, sustainable solutions.

With support from teachers and mentors, students develop project plans that connect science, social impact, and curriculum areas like Science, Social Studies, Arts Education, and Practical and Applied Arts.

This year's Municipal Marvels challenge was presented at the 2026 SUMA Convention and Tradeshow, where students presented their ideas to municipal leaders from across Saskatchewan.

This authentic showcase helps students build confidence, civic engagement, and future-ready skills while seeing their ideas valued by their communities.

We caught up with Sandy Baumgartner he Chief Executive Officer of the Saskatchewan Science Centre, to discuss the Municipal Marvel Program and how it has sparked creativity from Saskatchewan youth regarding today's municipal challenges.

-----

Learn More About SUMA:

Website: https://suma.org/

Facebook: https://facebook.com/SUMAConnect

Twitter: https://twitter.com/SUMAConnect

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/saskatchewan-urban-municipalities-association

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suma.connect

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SUMASask

-----

Listen to the Show:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5QLq7OluynaodZyd7c30DN?si=f67427d5b2ec4483

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/municast/id1750494860

Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnyOMC0SKIN9AwtusJmC9pLyuaudHP7Bf&si=SnzkKbG0GQvkMLb4

-----

Music: ‘One Foot On Main Street’ written and performed by Jeffery Straker, used with permission.

-----

Follow the Cross Border Network:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossborderpodcast/

Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/crossbordernetwork.bsky.social

Threads: https://www.threads.net/@crossborderpodcast

Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/CrossBorderInterviews/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crossborderinterviews/

Website: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/

MuniCast is made in partnership with SUMA and the Cross Border Network

©2026

Today, we are back recapping the most recent SUMA Convention 2026, which was under the theme ‘Foundation of Urban Strength”.

In this episode we are sitting down with the three organizations that work hand in hand with municipalities across Saskatchewan, and have partnered with SUMA to offer resources to SUMA Members.

Welcome to Season 10 of Muni-Cast.

MuniCast is brought to you by SUMA, the voice of Saskatchewan’s urban municipalities.

MuniCast discusses topics that are important to municipal leaders, like local governance, best practices, education, and so much more.

This season, conversations will dive into how municipalities can get the most value from SUMA’s offerings—from building meaningful connections through networking, to strengthening capacity through education, advancing local priorities through advocacy, and gaining direct access to government officials.

Our First Interview today is with Tania Wendling, CEO for SUMAssure.

SUMAssure protects and empowers communities by providing specialized municipal expertise and support in managing risk.

Now we turn to SUMAInvest. We chatted with Jonah Toth, SUMAInvest Manager of Community Partnerships.

The SUMAInvest program allows urban municipalities to participate in the diversifed asset portfolio of the Community Foundation and benefit from the economies of scale. It offers municipalities a new option to diversify your reserve invesmtents, alongside term deposits and GICs.

And Finally we caught up with Verona Thibault CEO with SEDA, also known as the Saskatchewan Economic Development Alliance.

Communities across Saskatchewan face real challenges from economic shifts to population changes. SEDA exists to bring people together, support informed decision-making, and help communities move forward with confidence.

-----

Learn More About SUMA:

Website: https://suma.org/

Facebook: https://facebook.com/SUMAConnect

Twitter: https://twitter.com/SUMAConnect

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/saskatchewan-urban-municipalities-association

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suma.connect

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SUMASask

-----

Listen to the Show:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5QLq7OluynaodZyd7c30DN?si=f67427d5b2ec4483

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/municast/id1750494860

Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnyOMC0SKIN9AwtusJmC9pLyuaudHP7Bf&si=SnzkKbG0GQvkMLb4

-----

Music: ‘One Foot On Main Street’ written and performed by Jeffery Straker, used with permission.

-----

Follow the Cross Border Network:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossborderpodcast/

Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/crossbordernetwork.bsky.social

Threads: https://www.threads.net/@crossborderpodcast

Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/CrossBorderInterviews/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crossborderinterviews/

Website: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/

MuniCast is made in partnership with SUMA and the Cross Border Network

©2026