Diver finds evidence of Cree sacred site that was destroyed in 1966

Saskatoon-based diver, Steven Thair is the first person in nearly 50 years to lay eyes on what remains of an important First Nations' sacred site.For hundreds of years, the site - a giant boulder known in Cree as Mastaseni -marked a sacred meeting place in southern Saskatchewan.In 1966, government workers blew it up. It stood in the path of a man-made lake that was to be created by a dam.

"This isn't just a piece of history. This site still is consecrated ground."

"Initially it was just a personal challenge to get me back diving in Saskatchewan, but as I got into the subject I realized this was pretty significant"

Thair located the rock at a depth of 21 metres. As he was securing a search line, he lost his balance. When he put his hand out to steady himself, he touched the sharp edge of dynamited rock. He says it is a difficult dive, with visibility at less than 2 metres, with lights.

"It's a story that needs to be told. There's an opportunity here for healing"