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AMC Pandemic Funding – Deadline Extended to Friday June 5, 2020 at midnight

AMC Pandemic Funding - Deadline Extended to Friday June 5, 2020 at midnight https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RJ7BXSB Contact Information: EAGLE Urban Transition Centre Phone: 204-954-3050 or toll free 1-866-345-1883. Email: [email protected]. The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) has received limited funding to support First Nations citizens from Manitoba that are living in the City of Winnipeg. It is unfortunate that due to the limited amount of funding received by the AMC, first consideration […]

May 30, 2020 149

Community News

Nora Murdock elected to University of Manitoba Board of Governors

MAY 26, 2020 — UM alumni have chosen Nora Murdock [PhD/16, MEd/05, CertEd/78, BA/78] to bring their voice to the University’s Board of Governors. This year’s election saw seven candidates and 2,500 votes cast to select a representative who will help guide the direction of the University, make a difference in the lives of students and the community, and provide an alumni perspective in UM governance. NORA MURDOCK [PHD/16, MED/05, CERTED/78, […]

May 26, 2020 176

COVID-19

Travel Restrictions for the City of Selkirk Lifted

Please be advised that as of 7:00am May 22, 2020, the Travel Restrictions for the City of Selkirk have been lifted immediately for Community members to travel to for essential purposes. Reminder though the following restrictions remain in place until June 1st, 2020: Continuation of Checkpoints Restrictions & Curfew of 10:00 pm – 6:00 am, No Off-Reserve Visitation as of yet. Prohibited travel to City of Winnipeg, City of Dauphin, […]

May 22, 2020 38

Community News

2020 Treaty Days, Community Celebration & Pow Wow Cancelled

It is with regret that the 2020 Annual Treaty Days, Community Celebration and Ada Wilson “Grey Cloud Woman” Pow Wow has been cancelled. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and restrictions on gatherings, it is not possible for our annual celebrations to take place safely in July 2020. The Fisher River Sports and Recreation is reviewing potential optional events in a safe and secure manner and will notify community members once […]

May 19, 2020 299

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COVID-19 State of Emergency & Restrictions Extended to June 1st, 2020

The leadership of Fisher River Cree Nation have agreed to maintain all COVID-19 Restrictions until June 1st, 2020. This includes: Continuation of Checkpoints Restrictions & Curfew of 10:00 pm - 6:00 am. Prohibited travel to City of Winnipeg, City of Selkirk, City of Dauphin, City of Brandon and communities/cities along TransCanada Highway #1. 5 Hour Time limit to travel to Fisher Branch, Arborg & Gimli for Essential purposes. Public Gatherings […]

May 19, 2020 36

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Resources for Off-Reserve Members

Attention Off-Reserve Fisher River Members; Please read this letter from AMC regarding potential financial assistance due to COVID. Respond to the email on the letter; [email protected] and ensure you provide your full name, birth date, address, phone number and treaty number when replying.

May 15, 2020 434 3

COVID-19

Meat Hamper Deliveries Beginning Wednesday May 20, 2020

Fisher River Cree Nation will be providing each household (2) Two Meat Hampers; deliveries will begin on Wednesday May 20, 2020 and will continue on during the remainder of the week. Thank you!

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Community News

Update Regarding COVID-19 State of Emergency – May 15, 2020

The leadership of Fisher River Cree Nation have agreed to maintain all COVID-19 Restrictions until the original date of May 18, 2020. Leadership will announce an update in the afternoon of May 19, 2020 in terms of moving forward. This includes: Continuation of Checkpoints Restrictions & Curfew of 10:00 pm - 6:00 am. Prohibited travel to City of Winnipeg, City of Selkirk, City of Dauphin, City of Brandon and communities/cities […]

May 15, 2020 28

Community News

Fisher River Member first Cree lawyer appointed Queen’s counsel in Manitoba

Chief and Council, along with the community members of the Fisher River Cree Nation would like to congratulate Harold Cochrane Jr. in his appointment to the Queen’s Counsel. We are very proud of his achievements and want to congratulate him as he is the first Cree lawyer appointed Queen’s counsel in Manitoba. Queen’s Counsel is an honorary title given to a lawyer by the Lieutenant Governor in Council, based on […]

May 13, 2020 77

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COVID-19 RESPONSE: More Support for Canadian Seniors

Canada’s seniors helped shape this country. They’ve been there for us, and now we need to be there for them. Right now, many Canadian seniors are facing significant health, economic, and social challenges because of COVID-19. That’s why Justin Trudeau has announced new measures from the Liberal government to provide greater financial security for seniors to get through this challenging time. This new support includes: Investing $2.5 billion to provide a […]

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