Community News

The Brokenhead Housing Authority is aware of a post circulating in the community that includes information about a housing project that is not accurate. We understand that housing is a deeply important issue for families, and when information is shared that isn’t correct, it can create confusion, frustration, and division. We’re sharing the information below […]

Treaty 1 Territory | November 28, 2025 Brokenhead Ojibway Nation is proud to share a truly historic milestone for our Nation and for First Nations children, youth, and families across Manitoba. The Link: Youth and Family Supports—an organization that has served communities for 96 years—has now been placed under the governance of Brokenhead Ojibway Nation […]

Please be advised any emergency and/or after calls the regular office hours the Brokenhead Ojibway Nation Housing Authority Housing Emergency Calls: 204-904-9840 • Furnace (Heating & Cooling) • Electrical • Plumbing • Sump & Septic Tank Pumps The on-call housing staff will attend the home, assess, problem solve, provide a teachable moment if needed, and […]

A Senate committee has voted ten to one to pass sweeping amendments to the government’s Bill S-2, ending what’s known as the second generation cut-off and implementing a one-parent rule, that allows anyone with status under the Indian Act to pass their legal identity and rights on to their children. The vote on Tuesday by members […]

Today on Treaty 1, along the Assiniboine, we began The Elswood—an Indigenous-led multi family housing development in Osborne Village. This is a significant, historic moment for Brokenhead Ojibway Nation and our members: a visible step toward safe, affordable homes in the heart of our city, and a clear signal that Indigenous ownership and partnership are […]

On Friday September 26th, our Manitoba First Nations Police Service (MFNPS) executed a Controlled Substance Act search warrant on Bear Road. There was a high police presence in this area. Arrests were made, and further investigations are ongoing. The Chief and Council are committed to empowering our Police Service in fulfilling their mandate of community […]

FIRST BATCH The first batch of $3500 direct deposit has now been processed. Depending on the bank you have, you may have already received the funds. If you received the one cent test, you should receive the $3500. NEXT BATCH If you did not receive the one cent test, you will be in a coming […]

Dear Members, I am writing to provide you with an important update regarding the treatment of our Treaty Land Entitlement (TLE) and Manitoba Hydro Settlement funds under the Manitoba Employment and Income Assistance (EIA) Program. Attached to this letter is the most recent Income Assistance Bulletin, which outlines the types of payments that are exempt […]

Please be advised, that there will be a planned water shutdown that will result in an interruption to the water service in the community on September 15 at 10:00 pm. As part of the ongoing water treatment plant upgrade project, repair works of an existing valve inside the existing water storage reservoir are required to […]