Community News

The Link Officially Transitions to Brokenhead Ojibway Nation Governance

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 […]

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Emergency & After-Hours Housing Contact

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 […]

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Breaking Ground on The Elswood: A Landmark Indigenous-Led Housing Project in Winnipeg’s Osborne Village

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 […]

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Public Safety Notice – September 27, 2025

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 […]

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Settlement Update – September 17, 2025

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 […]

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Update on our Treaty Land Entitlement (TLE) and Manitoba Hydro Settlement funds under the Manitoba Employment and Income Assistance (EIA) Program

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 […]

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Notice of Upcoming Water Shutdown – September 15, 2025

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 […]

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Land Settlement Claim Update – September 11, 2025

Hello everyone, We’re excited to share an update on the progress of our land settlement claims. 1st Test Run Completed Today we completed the first $0.01 test deposit. We are testing in batches of 100 so if you did not receive your $0.01 test deposit, please DO NOT call or email, you will be in […]

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Membership Update – September 8, 2025

Due to the large influx of membership applications, we are extending the deadline for membership applications until October 6, 2025. This is for people with a 261 status number only. No transfers are being accepted at this time. If you have any questions, please email membership@brokenheadojibwaynation.com Applications: BON Membership Application BON Settlement Disbursement Application

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