Due to the dry conditions and high winds, there will be NO GRASS BURNING ALLOWED in any area. Please leave the CONTROL BURNING to the FRCN FIRE DEPARTMENT, your name can be left at the Band Office with the receptionist. Individuals could be held responsible for damages caused by the fires and charges can be laid. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding in this matter. Sincerely, Sam Murdock Director […]
Chief and Council would like to remind everyone about the rules and regulations for operating Off-Road Vehicles such as ATVs, Mini bikes, Dune or Sport Buggy, Quads etc. A few main points to operate an Off-Road Vehicles (ORV) are as follows: Off-Road Vehicles must be registered and have number plates displaying the registration. (Part 1 Section 3(a) i-iii) of the Off-Road Vehicle Act (attached). No person shall operate an off-road […]
As spring is fast approaching, please remember homeowners' responsibility to do the following: Clear gutters and downspouts. Repair leaks and loose gutters, and make sure water can flow off your roof and away from your foundation and basement windows, at'least 1.8 meters (6 feet). Direct the flow away from the house. Ensure all downspouts are down. Keep an eye on the basement and crawlspace every day for signs of water. […]
Zoom Meeting - Election Code Information Meeting April 12, 2023 | 6:00pm The Fisher River Cree Nation Election Code was developed to replace the election protocols and policies set by the Indian Act and the federal government. This is an important step as we continue to move towards self-determination. The Election Code was developed through community consultation and focus groups. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER: https://tinyurl.com/zet7euxy LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ELECTION […]
Notice is hereby given to the electors of the Fisher River Cree Nation that a 2nd Referendum Vote will be held to approve the Fisher River Cree Nation Election Code. Voting Dates: Advanced Online Voting: https://www.onefeather.ca/nations/fisherriver 12:00am May 10, 2023 - 11:59pm May 14, 2023 For Off-Reserve (1) day Poll Station: Canad Inn-Polo Park Room: Ambassador G 1405 St Matthews Ave, Winnipeg Monday, May 15, 2023 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 […]
Manitoba has released its first flood outlook for the upcoming spring, saying there is a moderate risk of flooding in some areas. The report, released Tuesday, said right now the flood risk is moderate along the Red and Assiniboine rivers, as well as in the Interlake region along the Fisher and Icelandic rivers. However, the province said the flood risk is low for the Souris, Roseau, Rat and Pembina rivers. […]
Ten Prairie-based First Nations are suing the Canadian government over the loss of language, culture and tradition inflicted on communities by the modern First Nations child-welfare system. Chief David Crate of Fisher River Cree Nation north of Winnipeg is the lead plaintiff in the proposed class-action lawsuit filed Jan. 31 in Federal Court, the latest in a series of battles over the chronic underfunding of child and family services on reserves and in the […]
The Leading the Way in Business Development Award Recognizes a community-based business thriving in tourism business development at an inspiring rate and demonstrates the implementation of proper protocol, from community consultation to community buy-in. Opaskwayak Cree Nation Fisher River Economic Development Corporation Big Sand Lake Lodge (Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) – The finalists for the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada’s (ITAC) annual Indigenous Tourism Awards were announced today. Both the […]