fisherriver, Author at Fisher River Cree Nation

Call for Working Group Members (Reconciliation Project)

Fisher River Cree Nation is still looking for community members (ages 18-64) interested in participating in a working group to focus on the development of FRCN policies that will strengthen our governance structure. For those that have previously submitted, your name is still in consideration and you do not need to resubmit. Appointments to be determined once submissions are complete as the working group will be comprised of a representation […]

June 30, 2020 78

COVID-19

COVID 19, Federal Benefits for Fishers, Processors, and the fishing industry

Morning Lake Winnipeg Reps, Fishers, Fish Sheds and Stations , On May 14th, the federal government announced two new programs to support commercial fish harvesters due to financial impacts as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The two programs are the: Fish Harvester Benefit Program, which will provide up to $267.6 M in lost income support to self-employed fish harvesters and share-persons crew who cannot access the Canada Emergency Wage […]

June 29, 2020 72

Community News

Personal Care Home Bulletin – Outside/Indoor Visits

OCHEKWI SIPI PERSONAL CARE HOME BULLETIN On-site Outdoor Visits A maximum of two designated visitors per resident will be permitted to visit at a time/in a day. Minors (under 14) must be accompanied by an adult. Sites may restrict overall number of visitors at one time. Based on evaluation of risk and clinical judgement, the site may be unable to facilitate outdoor visits for certain patients. The site reserves the […]

June 26, 2020 17

Community News

ACCEPTING SEALED BIDS: Tractor with Lawn Mower and Snow Removal attachments (Board of Education)

Fisher River Board of Education is accepting sealed bids for Tractor with Lawn Mower and Snow Removal attachments Deadline: 4:30 pm Tuesday June 23, 2020 If interested please call or message Doug at 204-308-0401 to view the tractor and/or find out what repairs need to be made “Sealed Bid” to be dropped off at the Education office. Full payment must be received and the Tractor to be removed at the […]

June 11, 2020 218

Community News

Fisher River Cree Nation Reopening Phase 3 – June 11, 2020

Fisher River Cree Nation has amended certain COVID-19 State of Emergency restrictions beginning 6:00am Thursday June 11, 2020. Previous lifted restrictions from Phase 1 & 2 remain so. However, the following **provincial and federal restrictions also remain in place. CLOSING of Checkpoints. All Checkpoint are CLOSED and Curfew is removed. Overnight stays out of the community are at the discretion of the members. Members are asked to please follow […]

June 11, 2020 43

Community News

Fisher River English-Cree cookbook receives international recognition

Associate professor Dr. Shailesh Shukla was delighted to learn that a cookbook the Department of Indigenous Studies created in collaboration with the Fisher River Cree Nation (FRCN) has received international recognition. “This cookbook is a great example of how our work nurturing an enduring partnership with FRCN is paving the way for innovative community engagement strategy,” he said. “While we’ve seen how vital this work is locally, receiving this recognition […]

June 9, 2020 1669

Community News

Fisher River Cree Nation Reopening Phase 2 – June 8, 2020

Fisher River Cree Nation will begin to amend certain COVID-19 State of Emergency restrictions beginning 5:00pm Monday June 8th, 2020. However, the following Province of Manitoba restrictions also remain in place. This includes (*Subject to Change*): 1. CLOSING of Checkpoints. All Checkpoint are CLOSED and Curfew is removed. Members are asked to please follow Social Distancing and Manitoba Public Health Guidelines when out in public areas, such as: 1. cleaning […]

June 8, 2020 192

Community News

2020 Community Yard Clean Up Winners

2020 COMMUNITY YARD CLEAN-UP RE: Winners 1st Place Prize: 14ft x 42” Swimming Pool > Cody & Yvette 2nd Place Prize: BYG 4-Burner with Side Burner BBQ > Tara & Ronnie 3rd Place Prize: Yardman Push-Mower > John & Dolly 4th Place Prize: 5pc Camping Combo > Andrea & Delaney 5th Place Prize: Bucket Chair & 7ft Umbrella w Youth Chair > Chloe Bird 6th Place Prize: Bucket Chair & […]

June 4, 2020 38

Community News

Community Holiday Train Parade a Success!

Fisher River Cree Nation, Entities and Organizations come together to put on a parade for the Community. The theme of the parade was favorite holidays throughout the year. On behalf Wellness Centre team we want to say a big thank you to all the Chief and Council and all organizations and their staff for participating in the parade today. It was a success and wonderful to see the smile on […]

June 4, 2020 94