Over 60 acres of new reserve land acquired by Brokenhead Ojibway Nation
July 4, 2025, Brokenhead Ojibway Nation, MB – Brokenhead Ojibway Nation (BON) is proud to announce the successful creation of 60.76 acres (24.59 hectares) of reserve land within the RM of East St. Paul, on the boundary of the City of Winnipeg. The land is located east of Highway 59 and South of the Perimeter Highway.
This reserve creation marks a significant step forward in BON’s long-standing efforts to advance self-determination and foster regional economic growth. Following twenty years of negotiations with the federal government, the new reserve lands were acquired by BON to capture economic development opportunities, and the Nation is exploring a range of potential uses including residential development, commercial opportunities, recreation, wellness, and more.
“Creating new reserve lands is about more than land, it’s about unlocking long-term opportunities for our Nation and advancing our right to self-determination,” said Chief Gord Bluesky of Brokenhead Ojibway Nation. “This site has incredible potential to create jobs, expand services, and support our ongoing work to build a stronger economic future for our Nation. It reflects our Nation’s commitment to growth, self-reliance, and working in true partnership with our neighbours.”
“Through the expansion of Brokenhead Ojibway Nation’s land base we are not only advancing Reconciliation and fulfilling past obligations under the Treaty Land Entitlement process, we’re also creating new opportunities for growth and development. In doing so, we’re building a stronger, more resilient, united Canada,” said the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations.
This new reserve land creation builds on BON’s proven track record of successful economic development within its traditional territory, including on Brokenhead Ojibway Nation and in the Winnipeg area, that have brought prosperity and opportunity to both BON members and neighbouring communities.
“This new reserve land is another step in ensuring that Brokenhead Ojibway Nation is in control of our own economic future,” said Chief BlueSky. “We look forward to working alongside our neighbours in the RM of East St. Paul and City of Winnipeg to ensure the success of the development.”
The reserve land creation process is a vital tool for enabling First Nations to reclaim traditional lands, grow local economies, and strengthen community wellbeing through strategic development. BON’s leadership continues to demonstrate how Nation-led development can create prosperous futures grounded in Indigenous rights and governance.
Photos Courtesy of Treaty One
