The Journal
Notes from the studio: the meanings behind our designs, treaty history, screen printing and the youth workshops we run.
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- Updated Sep 2026
- Written in Saskatoon
Indigenous Youth Sport in Saskatchewan: History and Support
From Alex Decoteau to the Tony Cote Games: the history of Indigenous youth sport in Saskatchewan, TRC Calls to Action 87–91, and how to help kids stay in.
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Métis History in Saskatchewan: Places to Learn and Visit
Where the Métis Nation comes from, the infinity flag, the Road Allowance People, Michif, and places in Saskatchewan...
First Nations, Métis and Inuit: What’s the Difference?
A plain guide to the three Indigenous peoples in Canada: who First Nations, Inuit and Métis are, which...
How Screen Printing Works, Step by Step
How screen printing works, from artwork and separations to emulsion, exposure, ink, curing and quality checks, explained by...
T-Shirt Fit Guide: Generous, Classic and Slim Explained
How XUSI tees fit: generous standard tees, the classic-fit Golden Era ringer and slim baby rib, plus how...
Residential Schools in Saskatchewan: Where to Start Learning
A careful starting point on residential schools in Saskatchewan: the 20 schools, the TRC, searching the NCTR archive...
Indigenous Hoodies: Which XUSI Hoodie Is Right for You?
Rose, Prosperity Saddle or Revitalize Culture? We compare fabric, fit, design and price, with honest picks for training,...
Gifts for Gym Lovers Under $60: Indigenous-Owned Picks
Gifts for gym lovers under $60 from an Indigenous-owned brand: tees, a hoodie, a snapback and more, plus...
Custom Team Shirts Saskatoon: What to Send for a Fast Quote
Ordering custom team shirts in Saskatoon? Here's the checklist we need for a fast, accurate screen printing quote,...
Custom Event Shirts for Community Gatherings and Volunteers
Planning custom event shirts for a walk, tournament or volunteer crew? Timelines, readable colours, sizing, language on shirts...
Winter Running Layers: A Prairie Guide to Training in the Cold
How to use winter running layers on the prairies: base, mid and outer layers, cotton vs synthetic, wind...
Wanuskewin Heritage Park: History, Bison and Visitor Guide
Wanuskewin Heritage Park near Saskatoon: 6,400 years of history, the bison return, the UNESCO bid, trails, hours and...
Treaty 4 Explained: The 1874 Qu'Appelle Treaty
Treaty 4 was signed at Fort Qu'Appelle in 1874. Who signed, the land it covers, adhesions, its terms,...
Tom Longboat: Onondaga Runner, Soldier and Legend
Tom Longboat won the 1907 Boston Marathon, served on the Western Front and inspired Canada's top Indigenous sport...
Saskatoon Berry: The Plant Behind Our City's Name
The saskatoon berry: the plant, where it grows, how Saskatoon got its name, pemmican, and how to grow,...
North American Indigenous Games: History, Hosts and Team Sask
A guide to the North American Indigenous Games: history since 1990, host cities, sports, the 2028 Games and...
Indigenous Events Saskatoon: A Season-by-Season Guide
A season-by-season guide to Indigenous events in Saskatoon, from Wanuskewin programs to powwows at SaskTel Centre. Check current...
Batoche National Historic Site: History and Visitor Guide
Batoche National Historic Site: the Métis village, the 1885 Resistance, and how to plan your visit from Saskatoon.
Screen Printing Terms: A Plain-Language Glossary
Screen printing terms explained in plain language: mesh count, underbase, flash cure, off-contact, halftones, bleed and more, organised...
Plastisol vs Water Based Ink (and Discharge) Explained
Plastisol vs water based ink vs discharge: how each works, how it feels, how it lasts, which fabrics...
Treaty Annuity Payments and Treaty Days, Explained
What treaty annuity payments are, how the $5 is paid today, why it has never changed, and what...
Screen Printing Cost Per Shirt: What Changes the Price
What drives screen printing cost per shirt: quantity, colours, print locations and garments, with a worked example using...
Screen Printing Artwork Requirements: How to Prep Your Files
Screen printing artwork requirements made simple: file types, resolution, colours, Pantone, sizes, fonts, fine lines and dark garments.
National Indigenous Peoples Day and History Month: A Guide
Why National Indigenous Peoples Day falls on June 21, how it began, and how to take part respectfully...
Indigenous Veterans Day (November 8): History and Service
How Indigenous Veterans Day began, what records say about First Nations, Métis and Inuit service, and how Canadians...
Indigenous Procurement Saskatchewan: A Practical Buyer's Guide
A practical guide to Indigenous procurement in Saskatchewan: federal targets, supplier directories, certification and steps buyers can take.
Indigenous-Owned Gifts Canada: A Holiday Gift Guide
A holiday guide to Indigenous-owned gifts in Canada: XUSI gift ideas by budget and person, sizing tips, free...
Heavyweight T-Shirt Guide: GSM, oz/yd² and Fabric Explained
What makes a heavyweight t-shirt? Learn what GSM and oz/yd² mean, how weight changes feel and printing, and...
Custom Hoodies Saskatoon: Guide for Schools, Teams and Clubs
Custom hoodies in Saskatoon for schools, teams and clubs: when to order for winter, hoodie vs crewneck, fabric...
Best Blank T-Shirts for Screen Printing: Brand Guide
Compare Gildan, Bella+Canvas, Independent Trading Co. and ALSTYLE blanks by fabric, weight and fit before your next screen...
Why Buying From Indigenous-Owned Businesses Matters in Canada
What counts as Indigenous-owned, what StatCan and ISED numbers show, why it matters, and how to check before...
How to Write a Land Acknowledgement That Means Something
What a land acknowledgement is, why many feel hollow, and a step-by-step way to write one that is...
The TRC's Calls to Action: What Businesses and Schools Can Do
A plain-language look at TRC Call to Action 92 and the education Calls to Action, with practical steps...
Orange Shirt Day & the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Where Orange Shirt Day came from, what the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is, how to take...
The Numbered Treaties, Explained
Treaties 1 to 11: when they were signed, where they are, how they were understood, and why they...
Nêhiyawêwin: A Beginner's Guide to the Cree Language
Cree dialects, SRO and syllabics, 2021 Census speaker numbers, and where to start learning nêhiyawêwin.
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