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Update from the Fisher River Recycling Committee
This past year two loads of freezers and refrigerators were removed from the Fisher River landfill for proper disposal of the refrigerant they contain, and then to be recycled. To date 50 appliances have been disposed of in an environmentally responsible way. Freezers and refrigerators contain a refrigerant called HFC-134a, which is a greenhouse gas 1800 times stronger than CO2 (carbon dioxide). Yikes! If all that refrigerant in the 50 appliances was released into the atmosphere it would have been […]
Notice of Distribution of Surplus Fish
August 19, 2020 RE: Distribution of Fish Please be advised Fisher River Cree Nation will be receiving Fish from the Surplus Food Rescue Program tentatively on Tuesday, August 25, 2020. Each Member On-Reserve will receive 5 kg of fish. If members with fish allergies are in the home, you will need to make arrangements for pickup. The semi truck with the Fish will be parked at the Arena Parking Lot. For Members that cannot pick up their Fish, please contact […]
Fisher River Cree Nation unveils Manitoba’s biggest solar farm, a source of Bullfrog Power’s green energy
FISHER RIVER CREE NATION, MB, Aug. 19, 2020 /CNW/ – Fisher River Cree Nation has launched the biggest solar project in Manitoba. The 1-megawatt facility has almost 3,000 solar panels and was built entirely by Indigenous employees. The project’s focus is to generate revenue for the community and inspire other First Nations to pursue renewable energy solutions. “This solar project is a source of empowerment and pride for our community,” said Fisher River Cree Nation Chief David Crate. “In addition to generating revenue and […]
Electronic Voting Process -Step by Step Guide for Voters (Land Code)
OneFeather Electronic Voting Process -Step by Step Guide for Voters IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY REGISTERED TO VOTE USING ONEFEATHER -YOU DO NOT NEED TO REGISTER AGAIN. YOU WILL BE SENT VOTING INSTRUCTIONS AND A SECURE LINK AUTOMATICALLY WHEN THE POLL EVENT STARTS -SKIP TO STEP 2. STEP 1: Visit the OneFeather landing page https://www.onefeather.ca/nations/fisherriver to register with OneFeather and initiate the electronic voting process with your First Nation -check the Official Notice prepared by your First Nation for the correct […]
Fisher River Receives Funding to Rescue 2.9 million pounds of Fish to distribute to Communities
Fisher River Cree Nation received $11 million from the innovative Surplus Food Rescue Program to rescue up to 2.9 million pounds of freshwater fish (walleye) caught from inland lakes of Canada. Working with the Freshwater Fish Marketing Corporation, the surplus product will be distributed to more than 75 Indigenous communities throughout Manitoba, Saskatchewan and the North. "The fish will be distributed free to over 75 indigenous communities to provide healthy food to families. Clearing out the backlog means that fishers can get back to work for […]
Community COVID-19 Update – August 13, 2020
Travel information according to Manitoba Health, all International travellers are required to self isolate for 14 days in accordance with the quarantine act. Domestic travellers entering Manitoba from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Yukon, northwestern Ontario (west of Terrace Bay) are not required to self-isolate for 14 days if they are asymptomatic (with no symptoms) and have no known exposure to COVID-19. If you travel West of Terrace Bay Ontario, then you will be required to self isolate for 14 […]
Fisher River Cree Nation Land Code 2020 – "What You Need to Know" Booklet now available for Download
The Fisher River Cree Nation Land Code 2020 - "What You Need to Know" Booklet now available for Download. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD
Re-opening Plan for the 2020/21 School Year
Planning for Re-opening Schools will reopen for teachers and staff on September 3, 2020, with students returning on September 8, 2020. While Manitoba is targeting a return to in-class learning for all in the fall, Fisher River Board of Education (FRBOE) has started to prepare for the following scenarios. In-class learning resumes for all, with near-normal conditions. In-class learning resumes with additional public health measures. Remote learning from home, with limited use of school facilities. Planning considerations and conditions of […]
Fisher River Cree Nation is a community in which our history, language, traditions, and culture are paramount to who we are as a people. We will protect and maintain the spirit and intent of the treaties and our inherent rights. Fisher River will be a self-sustaining progressive community with a strong and accountable government. We will provide an environment where all people are healthy, safe, and respected.
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