3 dead in Siksika Nation house fire

Three members of the Siksika Nation are dead following a devastating house fire on the nation east of Calgary. Siksika Nation chief and council confirm the fire broke out in the early morning hours of Feb. 5 and, despite the efforts of emergency crews, the blaze claimed three lives. "Leadership commends the work of Siksika Fire and Rescue, EMS, RCMP and Siksika Mental Health and Wellness Services," said the office of chief and council in a statement issued Sunday. "These types of incidents are d