Year: 2023

A new set of traffic lights are now operational on Highway 59 which runs through Brokenhead Ojibway Nation. The improvement comes months after a tragedy witnessed by several residents. Those residents now say the upgrades will make it safer for students to get to school. A new set of traffic lights are now operational on […]

Members Bulletin – Agricultural Benefits Specific Claim November 22, 2023 Chief and Council of Brokenhead Ojibway Nation (BON) are pleased to provide the following update to the community regarding our Agricultural Benefits Claim (Cows and Ploughs). This is our claim that the Crown failed to provide agricultural benefits owed to us under the terms of […]

Gordon Bluesky was elected chief of the Brokenhead Ojibway Nation in April 2022. On this episode of Face to Face, he shares his journey as a ‘60s Scoop survivor who grew up in the United States before returning and reconnecting with his nation and culture.

In a historic move, the members of Brokenhead Ojibway Nation (BON) have voted in favor of implementing the BON Election Law, choosing it over the First Nations Election Act. With over 80% participation, this decision marks an important step forward for self-governance and the preservation of traditional governance systems within the community. By opting for […]

On behalf of the Brokenhead Ojibway Nation, we extend our warmest congratulations to Wab Kinew, Manitoba’s first Anishinaabe Premier, and the Manitoba NDP. This historic achievement not only marks a significant milestone in Indigenous representation but also highlights the progress in fostering inclusivity and diversity in our political landscape. We commend your dedication to serving […]

First Nations leaders and officials gathered on Wednesday for a “land reclamation” ceremony at the site of the former Kapyong Barracks, which will one day be home to the largest urban reserve in Canada. “It is a really happy day for me to be out here, for us to be walking on our own land, […]