Community News

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 […]

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 (as written in the Off Road Vehicle Act): Off-Road Vehicles must be registered and have number plates displaying the registration. No person shall operate an off-road vehicle in any […]

Good afternoon community members. The staff at the OSPCH would like to extend a Congratulations to both Irene Laroque & Brenda Hart on their retirement. Irene worked 23 years at the PCH, Brenda worked 33 years at the PCH. Their ongoing dedication to the care of our elders will be greatly missed. On behalf of the OSPCH, we wish you well on a lifetime of happiness, relaxation, and please stay […]

Fisher River Income Assistance is moving forward with their 2020/21 Annual File Renewal which was on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As per Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) requirements, all Income Assistance Clients are required to submit the following documents: Identification - current photo ID (Status Card, Driver's License or Passport) - Medical Card, identifying Koostatak PO address and if applicable, child(ren) - Children on application require one piece of […]