A production company will be filming a scene for their movie at 62 Yellek Trail on Thursday, December 18, 2025, in the Yellek community. Filming will start at 8 a.m., and is expected to conclude at 9 p.m. The filming…
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Healthy People, Healthy Animals
Hunters, trappers, animal and wildlife workers are encouraged to get vaccinated to reduce the risk of Avian flu A (H5N1) and limit virus spread. Respiratory illnesses can spread easily between people and animals, a seasonal flu vaccination protects you, the animals you work with, and the wider…
2025 Yearly Baby Review
We’re excited to feature the newest additions in our February 2026 newsletter! To have your baby included in the Baby Review Edition, please submit their most recent photo along with a completed submission form. How to Submit:Complete the 2025 Yearly Baby Review FormSubmissions may…
Lands Department Closed
The Lands Department will be closed today, Monday, December 15, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Regular hours will resume tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16, 2025, reopening at 8:30 a.m.
Hepatitis A Awareness
Important Public Health Alert: Hepatitis A:The Province of Manitoba has recently reported a Hepatitis A outbreak near the Ontario border. Indigenous Services Canada has also confirmed a Hepatitis A case in a First Nations community in Northern Ontario. This advisory…
NFN Holiday Hours
Please note that NFN offices will be closed on Friday, December 19, 2025 to allow staff to attend the Christmas Staff Lunch and Activities. NFN offices will be closed for the holidays between Monday, December 22, 2025 – Friday, January 2, 2026, reopening…
NFN Food Bank Updates
Please be advised of the following updates to the NFN Food Bank services effective immediately: 1 – Access Days: 2- Delivery Service: 3- Emergency Orders: For any questions reach out to:Jessica Cormier, Food Bank [email protected] 705-753-6972
Winter Clothing Drive
The Social Services Department is collecting gently used or new winter clothing and accessories for individuals of all ages in need. Accepted Items: Drop off Locations: Hours of Operation: The NFN Food Bank, Lawrence Commanda Health Centre, NFN Social Services…
Volunteer at the Duchesnay Elders’ Lodge
We’re inviting community members to share their music, stories, songs, dance, or other talents with the Elders living at the Elders’ Lodge. Our Elders hold deep wisdom, laughter, and love — and your time and gifts can bring joy and…
Bill S-2: NFN Strongly Supports Amendments to the Indian Act
Bill S-2, An Act to amend the Indian Act (new registration entitlements) is proposed legislation that aims to fix unfair rules in the Indian Act about who can be registered as a “status Indian.” On December 4, the bill passed…