Constitutional Amendment Update
Resolution 2026-145 requests a secretarial election on proposed constitutional amendments and places the decision to update the tribe’s Constitution in the hands of Sault Tribe membership. The resolution will be sent to the BIA by June 19 and then the BIA will begin the federal election process. Linked below are the Resolution 2026-145 and the Attached Amended Constitution drafts. Please watch the tribe’s website and Facebook in the coming months for updates on this.
3 Branch Separation Amendments Attachment for Reso 2026-145
2026-145 Authorizing Amended Constitution Submission for a Secretarial Election
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Kewadin Casino St. Ignace is bringing you Detroit natives, MTV icons, The Romantics, for a fun night of music on Saturday, Sept. 26.
Come sing and dance to the hits you love “What I Like About You,” “Talking In Your Sleep,” and “One In A Million,” along with fan favorites “Rock You Up,” and” When I Look In Your Eyes.”
Pre-sale is Wednesday, June 17 at 10 a.m. - Thursday, June 18 at 10 p.m. On sale Friday, June 19 at 10 a.m. at Kewadin Casino St. Ignace, tickets.kewadin.com or at the Box Office.
Tickets are $56 | $46 USD*
Doors: 7 p.m. / Show: 8 p.m.
*Includes convenience and handling fees.
Sign up for pre-sale here: https://kewadin.com/entertainment/pre-sale-sign-up/.
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Drum and Dance Exposition and Dinner Gathering Monday, July 20, 2026, 5:30 p.m. Drum/Dance Exposition and Social (dinner to follow) at the Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center, 219 Harrison Rd, East Lansing, MI 48824.
The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Board of Directors would like to invite our members to attend a relaxing evening of song, dance and food. No cost to attend. Registration is limited to the first 150 attendees! To register call 906‑635‑6510 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
There will also be a regular scheduled Board Meeting the following day Tuesday, July 21, 2026, Board Meeting at 4 p.m. and Community Meeting at 6 p.m., Doubletree Hilton Hotel - 111 N. Grand Ave, Lansing, MI 48933. Questions? contact Lona Stewart or Samuel Derusha at 906‑635‑6050 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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Community Drum & Dance Socials July 16 and Aug. 13 at the Sault Tribe Powwow Grounds, 11 Ice Circle Drive in Sault Ste. Marie.
5:30 p.m. - Grilled hot dogs, chips and drinks will be served
6:30-8:30 p.m. - Drum/Dance Social
All drums and dancers are welcome. Honorarium for drums and dancers in full regalia. Regalia is encouraged but not required. Whether you are new or experienced, dust off your mocs and come join us for a relaxing evening of song and dance.
Questions - email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Hosted by Sault Tribe Language & Culture.
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We are actively recruiting applications for our St. Ignace site and both the Wolf and Turtle classrooms in Sault Ste. Marie. We still have several openings available and would love to welcome new families!
Available Classroom Options:
St. Ignace Classroom
Monday–Thursday
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Sault Classroom Options (Wolf & Turtle)
Monday–Thursday
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Monday–Thursday
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
If you are interested in enrolling your child or would like more information, please submit an application or contact us today!
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The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians recently revealed its spring 2026 community contributions, providing a fresh wave of financial support for community initiatives throughout the Sault Tribe’s service area in Michigan. This twice-yearly program distributes 2% of the video gaming revenue generated by the tribe's Kewadin Casinos to various local government entities.
"The 2% campaign is one of many meaningful ways we invest in the people and places that make this area home," said Sault Tribe Chairman Austin Lowes. "These dollars help local organizations keep our community healthy, safe and strong."
Over 30 communities and numerous local programs will benefit from the spring 2% allocations, including:
—Dafter Township Fire Department received $4,956. Dafter Township's allocation is scheduled to support the purchase of new firefighting hand tools
—Kinross Township received $18,000 to put toward new activities and renovations in the Recreation Center
—Lake Superior State University was awarded $9,999 to support its robotics program
—City of St. Ignace received funding for multiple local projects, including $2,000 awarded to St. Ignace High School for new football equipment, $3,000 for the DDA Huron Boardwalk, and $10,000 for new EMS equipment for local authorities
—Inwood Township Fire Department received $13,266 for structural fire gear
—City of Munising received $8,204 for the Alger Community Food Pantry
—Gladstone Area Schools received $2,000 to purchase new music materials for students
The tribe’s 2% contributions also provided long-term funding resources for public safety, public recreation, general government and cultural enrichment across Chippewa, Mackinac, Luce, Alger, Marquette, Schoolcraft, and Delta Counties.
"Every dollar we allocate through the 2% campaign is a statement about who we are and what we stand for as a Tribe," said Chairman Lowes. "Our partnerships with area schools, townships and public agencies are how that commitment is turned into meaningful progress for the people within our service area.”
To learn more about current and past recipients of the Sault Tribe’s 2% contributions, visit https://kewadin.com/2-percent-donating.
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The Election Commission issued an opinion on June 12, 2026.








