Community News

Exciting Times in Brokenhead!

Very exciting times in Brokenhead, we’re currently finalizing our school renovation project with the paving of our school parking lot. Please be patient and let your children know to be careful during this time. We have been working with NDC Construction on this project and we’re very pleased with their work in supporting our community […]

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Indigenous players still breaking barriers on the baseball diamond

One of those players trying to make a name for themselves in baseball is Bryce Raven from Brokenhead Ojibway Nation, who lives in Winnipeg. The 19-year-old plays softball, slo-pitch and is part of a junior-level travel baseball team in Manitoba. Bryce was at the NAIG in Halifax, pitching for Team Manitoba and earning a gold medal. His great-grandfather, his grandmother, his dad […]

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Indian Boarding Homes Class Action Settlement

The Class Action was centered on the abuses, trauma, and cultural disconnection that impacted children placed in private homes as part of the Indian Boarding Homes Program.  This Settlement is another significant development in the reconciliation process between the Canadian government and Indigenous Peoples. We have included links to materials to assist with the communication […]

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Brokenhead & 7 other Manitoba First Nations seek billions in damages over Winnipeg sewage spill

In a bold move to address environmental injustice, the Brokenhead Ojibway Nation, alongside seven other Manitoba First Nations, has initiated legal action against the City of Winnipeg, the provincial government, and federal authorities. The lawsuit seeks substantial compensation amounting to billions of dollars following a significant sewage spill earlier this year. This legal action underscores […]

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Turning the Page: Construction Commences on Naawi-Oodena Business Park

Historic Milestone in Land Repatriation Journey April 26, 2024 – Treaty No. 1 Territory – After 20 years of sitting empty, Treaty One Development Corp. (T1DC) is proud to announce that the first phase of construction has finally begun on the repatriated lands now called Naawi-Oodena! “Through perseverance and partnership, we’ve transformed two decades of challenges […]

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Statement of Votes – Congratulations to the newly and re-elected Council of Brokenhead

In a significant moment for the Brokenhead Ojibway Nation community, Chief Gordon Bluesky has been re-elected by acclamation to lead the way forward, alongside a dedicated team of Councillors: Christopher Kent, Allen (Sam) Hocaluk, Winston Desjarlais, and Wendell Sinclair Jr. (Ogimaa). Their commitment to serving the community and advancing its interests is truly commendable. Chief […]

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Two BON Members Look to be Elected in the AMC Youth Council

We would like to send best wishes to BON members Hevyn-Lee Martens & Jazmyn Desjarlais as they put their name forward for an opportunity to be elected to the AMC Youth Council! The link for voting will be posted on March 26, 2024 following a live-streamed Candidates Forum happening at our AMC Youth Gathering in […]

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Summary of MNP LLP Forensic Investigation Results of Wavers of Brokenhead – January 2024

Key Findings of Investigation We did not discover evidence of theft or fraud during the two year period we conducted the extensive Bank analysis: We did not identify concerning outflows that appear to be misappropriation of Cash flow analysis: We could not reconcile the accounting, banking, and operational records related to cash of approximately $112,000. […]

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