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
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 A
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.
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 gro
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 wher
Fisher River Board of Education is starting Cree Language ClassesOpen to all Community MembersZOOM now availableStart October 1, 2024Classes will be held on Tuesdays & Thursdays: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pmLocation: Charles Sinclair School or on ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82173196987?pwd=TW1hK3RRdStFSkg
September 20, 2024Manitoba Government Investing in Construction Project on Provincial Road 224The 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 Nay
The Fisher River community is proud to announce the official Grand Opening of the Ka pah pak Women’s Transitional Housing Shelter, a beacon of light for women seeking refuge from violence and abuse.Named after the Cree word for “Butterfly,” the Ka pah pak program signifies a journey of transformatio
Congratulations to Fisher River’s very own Keaton Amos on his outstanding achievement!Graduating from his second year in the Atik Mason Indigenous Pilot Program and now stepping into the role of Corporal Pilot is truly commendable. Keaton’s dedication, perseverance, and passion for aviation have led
The Fisher River Community Trust Trustees want you to submit your questions regarding the Community Trust, questions will be compiled and an answer sheet will be provided at a later date.Name *FirstLastEmail *Fisher River Status Number (For Verification Purposes) *Question *Submit
The 2023 Community Trust Annual Report is now available to download: 2023 FRCN Community Trust Annual Report-FINAL revised
In a time of sorrow, we come together as a community to mourn the passing of a beloved leader, Grand Chief Cathy Merrick of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs. On behalf of Chief David Crate, the Council, and the entire Fisher River Cree Nation community, we extend our deepest condolences to Grand Chie
Fisher River Wellness Before and Aftercare ProgramProgram will begin:Week 1Tuesday, September 17thWhat is Before & Aftercare?Wednesday, September 18thRelapse PreventionWeek 2Tuesday September 24thHealthy CommunicationWednesday September 25thSelf-AwarenessWeek 3Tuesday October 1stParenting in Recover
Congratulations to all our 2024 Fisher River Cree Nation Graduates!Chloe SetteeBachelor of Arts – University of ManitobaDawn ThickfootAdministrative Office Assistant – Robertson CollegeTaylor WilsonPublic Health Certificate – University of North DakotaRyan YoungPre-Em
On behalf of the Chief and Council, we extend our warmest wishes to all the students of the Charles Sinclair School and Fisher River High School as you embark on a new academic year. Your dedication to your studies is a source of great pride for our Nation.To the young learners at the Fisher River W
Change is coming to our neighbourhood, and with it much-needed housing for our neighbours.Very soon, the long-empty Rubin Block will finally be restored. Together with the federal government and the leadership of Fisher River Cree Nation, our government has helped purchase the building so it can be
Fisher River Minor Hockey are looking for Volunteers for the following:CoachesRefsRegisterRef in ChiefPresidentVice PresidentAnyone interested, please email Kristen Murdock: kristen_02murdock@hotmail.comAlso reminder for those that have jerseys from last season to please return to Kristen Murdock.
The Fisher River Cree Nation is thrilled to welcome home, Valorie Orvis, as the new Children’s Advocate Director. In this critical role, Valorie will be responsible for providing strong leadership and advocacy support for the children and families of our community.Valorie is a proud member of the Fi
Efforts underway to extinguish licence and protect areas for nature and culture.IntroductionFRCN, with support from CPAWS, recently acquired federal government funding to negotiate and purchase Peat Harvest Licence #5 from Sungro Horticulture. The transaction is complete and FRCN now holds the licen
Fisher River Cree Nation, Manitoba – July 25, 2024 – The Fisher River Cree Nation is thrilled to announce the acquisition of The Rubin Block building in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This historic building will be transformed into a modern multi-family transitional complex, providing safe transitional housing
Today, Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister and Special Advisor for Water, announced on behalf of the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, over $11 million for two major greenhouse gas emissions reduction projects funded through the Nature
