The Fisher River Cree Nation held a ratification vote on the Matrimonial Real Property Law, an important step toward asserting greater control over family property matters within the community. While a majority of those who voted supported the law, the measure did not pass due to Indigenous Services Canada’s ratification requirement that at least 25% of eligible voters participate in the vote. Out of 3,653 eligible voters, only 165 individuals […]
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Chief and Council are asking members of Fisher River Cree Nation (“FRCN”) to participate in an important upcoming event that will shape the future of our community—the Ratification Vote on the proposed Fisher River Cree Nation Matrimonial Real Property Law (the “FRCN MRP Law”). This vote is a significant step towards self-governance and ensuring that our laws reflect our Nation’s values and traditions. Your participation in this Ratification Vote is […]
Information Sessions: On-Reserve March 3 | 5:30pm - 8:30pm Fisher River Community Centre Off-Reserve March 5 | 5:00pm - 8:00pm Canad Inns Club Regent
The Government of Canada has revised its travel guidance for the United States, advising First Nations individuals to bring a passport along with their status card when crossing the border. Previously, Canada’s travel advice website stated that First Nations people could “freely” enter the United States for work, education, retirement, investment, or immigration purposes. However, as of Thursday (Feb. 19), the website now reflects updated guidance with new requirements. Canada’s advisory now states that First Nations individuals […]
By Melissa Ridgen Global News Heavy headlines and the dreariness of winter got Kacie Sinclair thinking of ways to brighten the days of the 19 elders who live at the Ochekwi Sipi Cree Nation Personal Care Home on Fisher River Cree Nation, an hour north of Winnipeg. The activity director saw a care home in the U.S. looking for Valentine’s Day greetings for residents and she thought, why not do the same? “With winter […]
Fisher River Cree Nation and ADRA Canada Launch Hydroponic Farm to Strengthen Food Security in Northern Manitoba Fisher River Cree Nation (FRCN), in partnership with ADRA Canada and Growcer Corp., and with additional funding from the Latter-Day Saints, is launching a year-round hydroponic farm early this year to tackle food insecurity in northern Manitoba while promoting a sustainable and resilient local food system. Remote communities often face high food costs […]