The Saskatchewan Roughriders unveiled their special First Nation-designed logo ahead of Saturday’s kisiskaciwan game for truth and reconciliation against the Ottawa Redblacks.
The logo was designed by Chris Chipak of Red Pheasant Cree Nation and will be worn on the players’ helmets and also showcased on television and throughout Mosaic Stadium during the game.
All clubs in the CFL have special Indigenous-designed logos for Week 17 of the season that will commemorate National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30.
“My goal has always been to have my work leave a story, even when art can’t be seen the stories carry on. My focus on this piece was to promote the importance of the land and the beauty of the prairies,” Chipak said in a news release.
“I hope as this logo is revealed it provides healing, hope and inclusion to all. I wanted this to be a timeless …