In 1929, the area in Moose Jaw that is usually referred to as the Wild Animal Park was officially renamed Sitting Bull Park. 89 years later, Moose Javian Kayleigh Olson and her friends are hoping to have the site officially declared a heritage site and have brought the issue to legislature.

Trent Wotherspoon talking to Legislature about the Wild Animal

The area, which once served as a hub between trails connecting communities in modern day Canada and the USA, was recently brought up during legislative assembly by Trent Wotherspoon, MLA for Regina Rosemont.

"Mr. Speaker, this is about protecting sacred land, which has not been fully studied or cataloged in telling its story. This is exactly what Kayleigh Olson and her friends are attempting to do and it's an important part in reconciliation," Wotherspoon said. "They want to see the site officially recognized as a heritage site."

The area is still used for its paths and for gathering but has been the victim of time and rundown structures. That's not stopping anyone though.

"Mr. Speaker this issue has been brought forward by citizens in the past," Wotherspoon added. "I urge the government to work with these young incredible leaders, indigenous peoples and leaders and community members to properly protect the land and to tell the rich history of the valley."