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Employees who are part of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers walked out at 12:01 a.m. Toronto time on Friday, according to a union statement. The work stoppage at Canada Post Corp. will disrupt mail services across the country. The union says approximately 55,000 workers are striking, claiming little progress has been made in the bargaining process. It issued a 72-hour strike notice earlier in the week, saying it’s been asking […]
We are thrilled to announce that our very own member, Dr. Thomas Boyko, has returned to provide his valuable medical services at the Fisher River Health Centre! We are incredibly proud to have Dr. Boyko with us, as he brings his expertise and care to our community. Dr. Boyko will be available at the Health Centre 2-3 times a month while he continues his work at Percy E. Moore Hospital. […]
History tells us that more than 3,500 status Indian volunteers enlisted in the first World War from all across Canada. According to Indian Affairs records this “number represents approximately thirty-five per cent of the Indian male population of military age” between 1914 and 1919, and this doesn’t include the enlisted men that Indian Affairs didn’t know about.[i] The Great War broke out in 1914 many years before our people were granted […]
Please be advised that Manitoba Hydro has scheduled a planned Power Outage for Saturday November 2 beginning at 8:30am to 4:30pm (weather pending) to upgrade critical infrastructure. The Power Outage will affect the entire community, and we ask community members to please be prepared as Housing or Administration will not responsible for damages caused during the Power Outage. Before an outage occurs Keep essential items in an emergency box and […]
Fisher River Cree Nation is happy to congratulate member Elliot Wilson (son of Chrissy & Vince Wilson) on his graduation from the University of Manitoba’s Bachelor of Environmental Studies – Honours degree. Elliot graduated with First Class Honours and has already been accepted to a Masters program. Elliot is currently teaching on special certificate at Ochékwi Sípí Ka-ihspak Kiskinohamakéwikamik (Fisher River High School). ekosani Elliot for living into your responsibility to […]
This is official notice that for preparation of the North West Company (NWC) coming in to take over operations, Fisher River Grocery will be reducing our hours to 8AM to 6PM Monday to Friday and 11AM to 6PM Saturday and Sunday’s beginning tomorrow, October 23, 2024 and as of October 28, 2024 the grocery store will only be open for mail pick up, gas, lotto, and tobacco product purchases only. […]
A dream took root in the minds of two community members, Ron Sinclair and Faye Murdock. Nine years ago, amidst whispers of tradition and echoes of the past, the idea for the Red Turtle Lodge Cultural Centre was born. Ron and Faye poured their hearts and souls into this dream, envisioning a place where community spirit would flourish, and traditions would be cherished and shared. With unwavering dedication, they gathered […]
Fisher River Board of Education is starting Cree Language Classes Open to all Community Members ZOOM now available Start October 1, 2024 Classes will be held on Tuesdays & Thursdays: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Location: Charles Sinclair School or on ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82173196987?pwd=TW1hK3RRdStFSkg1SzM5dTlscHFPZz09
September 20, 2024 Manitoba Government Investing in Construction Project on Provincial Road 224 The Manitoba government is investing in making roads safer for Manitobans travelling on Provincial Road (PR) 224 from PR 325 to Fisher River First Nation, Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Lisa Naylor announced today. “Many sections along PR 224 became nearly impassable due to large surface failures caused by the 2024 spring breakup,” said Naylor. “This road is […]
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.
