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 The Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation is a vibrant and thriving First Nation. We’re focused on providing education and opportunities that can help assure a positive tomorrow for our youth, our families and our Elders.
Population
The Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation has a total population of close to 4,000 living in Nelson House, Thompson, Brandon, South Indian Lake and Winnipeg. More than 60 percent of our people are between 13 and 30 years of age.
 Where Three Rivers Meet
The largest community, business and government centre is located at Nelson House on the north shore of Footprint Lake at the convergence of the Burntwood, Footprint and Rat Rivers. The Cree name Nisichawayasihk means, "Where three rivers meet". Smaller areas of development occur at Dog Point, R.C. Mission Point and the New Area.
Language
Our native language is Cree, the most widely spoken Aboriginal language across Canada. Our Cree language has its own unique regional dialect and we are working to preserve this language - by encouraging our youth to use it in our homes and schools - and with other initiatives such as the compilation of a dictionary for our dialect. English is also widely spoken by our Members. |
