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State of Emergency Orders in Council
NCN State of Emergency Order In Council – Updated January 8, 2021
NISICHAWAYASIHK CREE NATION OKEMAWIN ORDER IN COUNCIL Date: January 8, 2021 Number: OIC-313-2020-23 Authorized by: Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation Chief and Council Read the latest update to the Order in [More...]
Rules for Lift of Lockdown
RULES & REGULATIONS FOR LIFT ON LOCKDOWN The NCN Lockdown has been lifted on a trial basis as of Thursday, May 21, 2020 until further notice; subject to a number [More...]
NCN Funeral and Bereavement Protocol during COVID-19 Pandemic
Approved on March 31, 2020 Chief and Council is committed to helping families honour their loved ones in meaningful ways while ensuring the safety of our community. Although difficult, we [More...]
Chief Moody Updates
Covid-19 Bulletin 47 – Chief’s Message – FULL LOCKDOWN RESTRICTIONS LIFTED
February 19, 2021 COVID-19 BULLETIN #47 FULL LOCKDOWN RESTRICTIONS LIFTED Read bulletin 47 Please also note: Grocery/ Essential Supplies Drop off Schedule Monday –Friday [More...]
Covid-19 Bulletin 46 – Chief’s Message
February 13, 2021 COVID-19 BULLETIN #46 FULL LOCKDOWN IN EFFECT IMMEDIATELY Tansi! A FULL LOCKDOWN is in effect immediately. We have another confirmed case in the community and there may [More...]
Covid-19 Bulletin 44 – Update from the Chief
LOCKDOWN RESTRICTIONS IN EFFECT UNTIL FEBRUARY 1ST Tansi! Another NCN resident has tested positive. We are waiting for further contact tracing results. Unfortunately, the lockdown in accordance with paragraph 32 [More...]
Covid-19 Bulletin 43 – Update from the Chief
January 15, 2021 COVID-19 BULLETIN #43 NORTHERN MANITOBA RISING COVID NUMBERS Tansi! The number of daily new cases in Northern Manitoba has been higher than in Winnipeg almost every day [More...]
Covid-19 Bulletin 42 – Update from the Chief
COVID-19 BULLETIN #42 TIPETHIMISOWIN AND MISINFORMATION Tansi! Misinformation is dangerous as it undermines our democratic institutions and weakens our community by leading to mistrust. Misinformation leads to miscommunication. There appears [More...]
Covid-19 Bulletin 40 -Update from the Chief
December 29, 2020 COVID-19 BULLETIN #40 EASING SOME LOCKDOWN RESTRICTIONS Tansi! It is only a few days until 2020 will be over. So far we are very lucky. The one [More...]
Covid-19 Bulletin 39 Update from The Chief
December 24, 2020 COVID-19 BULLETIN #39 CHRISTMAS EVE UPDATE ON CURRENT SITUATION Tansi! Tonite is Christmas Eve and I have both good news and bad news to share in this [More...]
Covid-19 Bulletin 38 Message from the Chief
UPDATE ON COVID SITUATION IN THE COMMUNITY Tansi! We all need to thank our team for taking decisive action related to our first COVID case as otherwise we could have [More...]
Holiday Greetings from NCN Chief & Council
Tansi. Merry Christmas! At this time of year we often reflect on the past and look forward to the coming New Year. It is typically a season for joy and [More...]
Covid-19 Bulletin 37 Message from the Chief
COVID-19 BULLETIN #37 COMMUNITY UPDATE AND NEW LOCKDOWN RULES Tansi! The number of First Nations people getting sick and dying from COVID-19 continues to climb. Today, 63% of all new [More...]
Covid-19 Bulletin 36 Message From the Chief
December 19, 2020 COVID-19 BULLETIN #36 URGENT – FULL COMMUNITY LOCKDOWN IN EFFECT IMMEDIATELY Tansi! In accordance with paragraph 32 of OIC-313-2020-21 a FULL LOCKDOWN is in effect immediately as [More...]
Covid-19 Bulletin 35 Update from the Chief
December 18, 2020 COVID-19 BULLETIN #35 URGENT – COMMUNITY CONTACTS WITH THOMPSON OUTBREAKS Tansi! The active cases in Thompson have more than doubled in the past week. Today, outbreaks were [More...]
COVID-19 Bulletin 34 Update from the Chief
COMMUNITY LOCKDOWN REMAINS IN EFFECT DURING HOLIDAYS Tansi! Christmas is only a week away. For many of us this usually means getting together with family and friends in the community [More...]
COVID-19 Bulletin 33 Update from the Chief
COMMUNITY CONTACTS WITH COVID-19 Tansi! The numbers in Thompson and other communities around us have been rising steadily for weeks. We know the impact on First Nations peoples is worse [More...]
COVID-19 Bulletin 32 Update from the Chief
UPDATE ON LOCKDOWN Tansi! Congratulations NCN. We have gone another week with no COVID-19 cases because you have followed the rules. We are continuing to keep COVID out even though [More...]
COVID-19 Bulletin 31 Update from the Chief
UPDATE CHECKSTOP DELIVERIES DURING LOCKDOWN Tansi! Congratulations NCN. We have gone two more weeks with no COVID-19 cases because you have followed the rules. We know this has been tough [More...]
Attention NCN Citizens: Special Message From the Chief
Tansi! I want to start by thanking the majority of NCN Citizens who are law abiding, show that they care for our community and honour our teachings, particularly RESPECT and [More...]
COVID-19 Bulletin 29 Update from the Chief
COMMUNITY LOCKDOWN REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY NOVEMBER 13 TO DECEMBER 11 Tansi! First, I want to thank everyone who has been following the rules throughout this pandemic. It has [More...]
COVID-19 Bulletin 28 Update from the Chief – Province-wide Lockdown
As of November 1o, 2020 PROVINCE-WIDE LOCKDOWN EFFECTIVE THURSDAY, November 12, 2020 Tansi! Earlier today Premier Pallister announced a province-wide lockdown will go into effect on Thursday, November 12th. The [More...]
Covid-19 Updates from the Chief Bulletin 27
PARTIAL LOCKDOWN EXTENDED FROM FRIDAY OCTOBER 30 AT 2:00 PM TO MIDNIGHT NOVEMBER 16 Tansi! Rapidly Rising Cases The active COVID-19 cases in northern Manitoba continue to rise. A number [More...]
Covid-19 Updates from the Chief Bulletin 26
PARTIAL LOCKDOWN EXTENDED MIDNIGHT SATURDAY OCTOBER 24 TO MIDNIGHT FRIDAY OCTOBER 30 Tansi! Active Cases Still Rising In the last week, the number of active cases in Manitoba has increased [More...]
Covid-19 Updates from the Chief Bulletin 25
COVID-19 BULLETIN #25 PARTIAL LOCKDOWN EXTENDED MIDNIGHT OCTOBER 18 TO MIDNIGHT SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 Tansi! Active Case Numbers Rising There are now over 1500 active cases in Manitoba. While most [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin 24
Tansi! I want to advise you that we know an NCN member who resides in Thompson has tested positive for COVID-19. The person is currently in isolation. To the best [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin 23
Tansi! I strongly urge everyone to STAY AT HOME. Limit your interactions even in our community as the number of COVID-19 cases is growing everywhere. There are now 4 active [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin 22
PARTIAL LOCKDOWN MIDNIGHT SATURDAY OCTOBER 10 TO MIDNIGHT SUNDAY OCTOBER 18 Tansi! Earlier this week I reported there was now a positive case in Thompson. As this case is connected [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin 21
Tansi! The provincial health authorities notified Chief and Council and our health team this afternoon that there is one presumed positive case in Thompson. This person may have been in [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin #20
Tansi! Last week I urgently reminded everyone how important it is to stick close to home. This is now more critical than ever as there are at least 12 active [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin #17
Tansi! I hope everyone had a good summer. By now we all know that the situation in Manitoba has changed dramatically since early July when there was only one active [More...]
NCN UPDATE: Covid-19 Current Situation – August 18, 2020
Tansi, as of August 18, 2020 the NCN lockdown IS NOT in effect, however we do ask that everyone continue to be very cautious as the virus is still a [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin #16
Tansi! Once again we want to thank the community for following the rules we put in place to keep us as safe as possible during the pandemic. As the number [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin #14
Tansi! Two months ago today we declared a State of Emergency to protect the health and safety of our community. The leadership in other northern First Nation communities also took [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin #13
Tansi! I want to thank all NCN Citizens and residents who went shopping in Thompson over the past two weeks and followed the rules. I also am very disappointed in [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin #11
Tansi! My Council and I want to again acknowledge and thank all NCN Citizens, front line workers, essential staff and residents for your dedication, commitment and compliance as we now [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin #10
Tansi! My Council and I would like to acknowledge and thank all NCN Citizens, front line workers, essential staff and residents for your dedication, commitment and compliance with the stringent [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin #9
Tansi family and friends. I want to wish you Happy Easter but also give you another update as we face these unprecedented times together. The numbers in Manitoba and the [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin #8
Tansi! Today’s update is very important for a number of reasons. Firstly, the virus is continuing to spread and we now have 194 cases in Manitoba so the measures we [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin #7
Tansi! Since I provided you with an update Wednesday there are now 55 more cases in Manitoba for a total of 182. There are now 2 cases in northern Manitoba [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin #6
Tansi! In less than five days since my last Bulletin the number of cases in Manitoba has more than tripled from 39 to 127. We have a case in northern [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin #5
Tansi! We now have 39 cases in Manitoba including the province’s first death - 31 of the cases are in Winnipeg. We continue to have no cases in northern Manitoba. [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin #4
Tansi! As expected the numbers in Manitoba are starting to climb. We now have 36 cases. So far none are in northern Manitoba. The first case of a child under [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin #3
Tansi! On Friday, Chief and Council enacted our new Nisichawayasi Emergency Measures Law, 2020 c. E-1 under our Othasowewin, 2017, c. O-1 and Aski-Pumenikiwin, 2017, c. A-1 to replace our [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin #2
Tansi! Let me start by saying that my Council colleagues and I and all our staff know that the current situation is very stressful for everyone. We have never faced [More...]
COVID-19 Updates from the Chief – Bulletin #1
Tansi! Good afternoon everyone. Effective today, I will be providing updates regularly on the current coronavirus pandemic ( COVID-19) for as long as necessary. We will also be instituting a [More...]
Public Notices
NCN Survey – Covid-19 Safety
Only For Local NCN On-Reserve Citizens! Your vote will help Chief and Council in making a decision that is in the best interest of our community. Thank You! Votes must [More...]
Covid-19 Vaccine Second Dose Delayed
ATTENTION: NCN Citizens who have received their first dose of the COVID-19 Vaccine, Due to vaccine shortages the second dose has been DELAYED. PLEASE REMEMBER: It is still very important [More...]
Check Stop Deliveries & Commuting
TO: NCN CITIZENS AND COMMUTERS FROM: CHIEF AND COUNCIL, PANDEMIC RESPONSE TEAM Due to the spike in Covid-19 cases surrounding NCN, the following changes to Check Stop Deliveries and Commuting [More...]
Notice When Ordering Groceries From Thompson Family Foods
Please Note: All customers who order groceries from Thompson Family Foods must arrange their own delivery and payment of their orders. Thank you.
NNCEA Alternate Day School Schedule
Starting Monday January 18, 2021 both OK and NNOC Schools will continue with in classroom instruction. The following schedule will be followed until further notice. Please note in the event [More...]
NCN Off-Reserve Pandemic Assistance (Second Round)
SECOND ROUND of OFF-RESERVE PANDEMIC SUPPORT for NISICHAWAYASIHK CREE NATION APPLICATION EXTENSION: JANUARY 21, 2021 If you are a citizen of Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, live off-reserve, and are in significant [More...]
Covid Vaccination Available Soon
Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine first dose series will begin: January 11th to February 5th, 2020. Followed by the second dose: 4 weeks later (28 days) It is extremely important that you [More...]
Be Covid-19 Smart!
Just one careless person can spread the COVID-19 virus quickly. Mistakes can be deadly to hundreds! We have seen how the virus can quickly spread from the actions of just [More...]
Grocery Shopping Schedule for NCN Three Rivers Store During Lockdown
Drivers: Malcolm Hunter 204-939-4042, John Paul Primrose-Mervin Bonner 204-670-4895 Drivers for Elders and Individuals with Disabilities: Eddy & Melfina Primrose 204-679-4248 For all other inquiries call the Command Centre at [More...]
Covid-19 Update Message for Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation
Tansi! Chief and Council approved an additional OIC late last night to try to make it easier to get critical supplies and mail to you. This should ease congestion at [More...]
Last Minute Gifts for NCN On-Reserve Members
Order Last Minute Gifts for NCN On-Reserve Members! NEED A GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFT DELIVERED TO NELSON HOUSE BEFORE CHRISTMAS? Get your order in by Monday, December 21 at noon and [More...]
NCN Holiday Delivery Schedule
NCN Holiday Delivery Schedule: December 18th OR Saturday December 19th from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm – alcohol and/or cannabis within the legal limits allowed by permit under the Community [More...]
NCN Addictions Awareness Week
NISICHAWAYASHIK ADDICTIONS AWARENESS WEEK “CHANGE BEGINS WITH ME” SUNDAY November 29 to SATURDAY December 5, 2020 WHEREAS: Recent studies have indicated that persons with addictions are more susceptible to COVID-19 [More...]
Province Updates Public Health Orders: Essential Items For Retail Sale
Updated public health orders come into effect on November 20, 2020, to further limit retail operations to help halt the spread of the COVID-19 virus and protect Manitobans. A retail [More...]
COVID-19: What Does Critical Level (Red) Mean for Manitobans?
As of Thursday, Nov. 12th the province of Manitoba has moved to the Critical level (red) on the #RestartMB Pandemic Response System. The following measures are currently in place: [More...]
NCN Remembrance Day Services Postponed
Due to recent Covid-19 Pandemic measures and the restrictions on large gatherings, NCN Chief and Council have announced that the ceremonies to recognize Aboriginal Veterans Day and Remembrance Day have [More...]
What Will Happen if COVID-19 Enters the Community
We are prepared: This is what will happen in the event of COVID-19 entering the NCN community: The Chief will be contacted and notified of a positive case(s), due to [More...]
Seeking NCN Volunteers During COVID-19 Pandemic
Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation Emergency Management Operations (EMO) is seeking volunteers to assist with Covid-19 pandemic requirements and lockdown procedures. There are a variety of tasks requiring volunteers including security, highway [More...]
Rules for Checkstop Delivery Days
Respect all staff and checkstop rules. Adhere to delivery days on Monday/Wednesday/ Friday between 8:00 am and 8:00 pm. Coordinate your drop off & pickup times with the driver coming [More...]
COVID-19 Incubation Timeline
You Cannot Test Out of Quarantine Even with a negative test result, you must monitor yourself for COVID-19 symptoms and self-quarantine for 14 days after you were exposed to a [More...]
Public Notice: Court Sitting Postponed
Attention NCN Citizens: The Justice and Public Health Department has declared that because of the recent Code Orange announcement for Northern Manitoba due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Court sitting has [More...]
Community Land Use Planning Meetings Postponed
Due to the recent positive Covid test in Thompson and with the best interest of the health and wellness of the community we will be postponing the Community Land Use [More...]
COVID-19 Screening Tool for Entry into the Community
As a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of our community members, the NCN Checkstop will be conducting Covid-19 symptom screening for all drivers and passengers entering the community. We [More...]
NNCEA Back to School Plan 2020-21
START TIMES FOR NCN SCHOOLS Starting Monday September 14, 2020 students will attend school Monday through Friday. OK School OK School Start Time: 8:30am OK School Lunch 12:00pm-1:00pm Ok School [More...]
COVID-19 Update from the Province of Manitoba
Public health officials advise the current five-day COVID-19 test positivity rate is 1.8 per cent and 13 new cases of the virus have been identified as of 9:30 a.m. today. [More...]
Effective immediately, MASKS are to be worn by NCN employees and visitors
ATTENTION NCN Citizens: Effective immediately, MASKS are to be worn by NCN employees and visitors in all NCN businesses, entities, and public vehicles. Wearing a mask protects your loved ones, [More...]
Lockdown Currently NOT IN EFFECT in NCN for August Long Weekend
Tansi! It has recently come to the attention of Chief and Council that some Citizens are unsure if a lockdown will be in effect for the August 2020 long weekend. [More...]
NCNFCWC Annual Health Fair
We are all in this together! August 11-12, 2020 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Gilbert McDonald Arena HUGE DOOR PRIZES: Couch set Table & chairs Bed & frame Washer & [More...]
NCN Curfew Hours Extended
As of July 7, 2020 Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation Chief and Council, NCN Justice and NCN Band Constables have announced the NCN CURFEW hours have been extended. The curfew is in [More...]
NCN Women’s Shelter Announcement
NCN WOMEN’S SHELTER PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT The NCN Women’s Shelter remains open for Admission, during the pandemic. The Emergency Crisis and Shelter Program is available for NCN Women and Children [More...]
Social Media Message
Tansi! I hope everyone is enjoying a bit more freedom to move around now that the total lockdown has been lifted for now. But I also want to remind everyone [More...]
2020 Treaty Annuity Payments
TO: NCN CITIZENS FROM: Lianna F. Anderson, Executive Director of Operations With respect to the current guidelines on treaty payments in 2020 - presently all large public gatherings (including treaty [More...]
NNCEA Chromebook Sale
Due to COVID-19, the closure of our schools, and the need for online learning we have purchased 500 Chromebooks (laptops), which can be purchased for your student’s use. The revenue [More...]
Camping within NCN’s RMA Allowed
Chief and Council, in consultation with NCN’s Health Director have decided to authorize NCN Citizens/residents to leave the community to go camping within NCN’s RMA as long as no-one goes [More...]
Properly dispose of your Protective Masks and Gloves
Wear it! Bag it! Trash it! DON’T JUST DROP IT! There are health risks in NCN when Citizens throw PPE’s on the ground, or in public spaces. Even at home [More...]
Social Media Message
Tansi! I realize that it has been stressful times for all us during these uncertain times. We hope that a vaccine will be developed soon so we can carry on [More...]
NCN COVID-19 Funding Assistance Update
ATTENTION NISICHAWAYASIHK CREE NATION MEMBERS RESIDING OFF RESERVE It has just been over a month since the Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation (NCN) declared a State of Emergency to prevent the spread [More...]
NCN Covid-19 Assistance
RE: NCN COVID-19 ASSISTANCE DATE: April 23, 2020 Dear NCN Citizens, Tansi! On behalf of my council, I want to acknowledge everyone for their patience and cooperation during this time. [More...]
Delivery of Fast Foods Prohibited During State of Emergency
Please note that effective immediately NO FAST FOODS (pizza, chicken, McDonald’s etc.) delivered from Thompson or elsewhere will not be allowed through the check-stop. The need to search such foods [More...]
Help Prevent Sewage Blockages!
ATTENTION NCN CITIZENS: IN THE MATTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY NCN PUBLIC WORKS ASKS CITIZENS TO PREVENT SEWAGE BLOCKAGES It has come to our attention that people are flushing [More...]
NEW Digital Therapy Program Available
Need Help With Anxiety? If you are 16 or older, you can access a free and confidential digital mental health therapy program to help address anxiety symptoms brought on by [More...]
Meta Cannabis Offering Free Delivery to NCN
ATTENTION NISICHAWAYASIHK CREE NATION CUSTOMERS: Meta Cannabis is offering FREE DELIVERY direct to NCN during the Covid-19 lockdown. Here’s how it works: Click in to http://www.metacannabis.com/menu Enter DOB and Province [More...]
IA Issuance Notice
A MESSAGE FROM NCN CHIEF AND COUNCIL Please be advised income assistance will be issued on Thursday, April 9, 2020 starting at 9:00 a.m. at the Gilbert McDonald arena. NCN [More...]
NCN Employee Bulletin
NCN EMPLOYEES, CONTRACT WORKERS, SELF-EMPLOYED Government of Canada Covid-19 Benefits (Current as of April 6, 2020) Please read the attached PDF for more information on who can apply, what the [More...]
Message from the Minister of Education for Manitoba
To All NCN Parents/Caregivers On March 31st, 2020, the Minister of Education for Manitoba, Kelvin Goertzen, issued a letter as recommended by the Chief Provincial Public Health Officer that has [More...]
Message from NNCEA Director of Education
Message to All NNCEA Parents/Caregivers & NCN Community from NNCEA Director of Education, Friday, April 4th, 2020 Tanisi! We do hope that all our children, students, parents, Elders, staff & [More...]
Smarten Up! Stay Home! Save Lives!
Don’t sluff-off the Covid-19 lockdown and ‘STAY-HOME’ rules. It puts everyone in jeopardy. THIS IS CRITICAL! Stop the spread before people in our community start dying because YOU refused to [More...]
Personal Protective Equipment is in Short Supply
To All Community Members Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is in short supply because of the global outbreak of COVID-19 also known as Coronavirus. Personal Protective Equipment includes things like medical [More...]
Nelson House Probation office closed as of March 30
Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation Probation Services Notice: Nelson House Probation office is closed starting March 30, 2020, due to the Covid-19 situation. All probation client’s in Nelson House will be 'phone [More...]
Medical Appointments and Pharmacy Pickups During Covid-19 Pandemic Lockdown
NOTICE TO NCN CITIZENS All non-essential medical appointments have now been cancelled and may be rescheduled to occur through telehealth if possible. This possibility will be reviewed and planned on [More...]
Income Assistance Issuance
Public Service Announcement Income Assistance Issuance March 30th to April 3rd, 2020 DATE: 27TH MARCH 2020 TO: NCN CITIZENS FROM: CHIEF AND COUNCIL SUBJECT: INCOME ASSISTANCE ISSUANCE FROM 30TH MARCH [More...]
NCN Dedicated Covid-19 Cell Phone Lines
ATTENTION NCN CITIZENS NCN Chief and Council and the Family and Community Wellness Centre nursing staff have made two dedicated lines available for COVID-19 education or questions. COVID-19 related questions [More...]
Alcohol Ban Effective Immediately
At a Special Council Meeting held on March 19, 2020, Council passed a motion that effective March 20, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. the transportation of alcohol onto NCN Lands is [More...]
Covid-19 Emergency Preparation Update
Please note the following updates from the meetings and work that has been taking at the Public Health department. Teleconferences: Dr. Lavallee at the Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) has recommended [More...]
NCN VLT Closure
The recent outbreak of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) has brought uncertainty and disruptions to our normal routines. We are asking for your understanding and cooperation during this trying time. Chief [More...]
Out of Province Travel and Entering the Community
Memorandum from Chief & Council Further to the attached Memo from Chief Moody, it has come to Chief and Council’s attention that some people are entering our community who have [More...]
COVID-19 Grocery Bus Trip to Thompson
Please be advised that Chief and Council in conjunction with Education Authority have booked four (4) buses to take community members from Nelson House to Thompson – Return for Friday, [More...]
Nelson House RCMP Office Closed to the Public
Please be advised in response to Covid-19, the Nelson House RCMP detachment is taking measures to limit person-to-person contact. Therefore, the RCMP office is closed to the public and the [More...]
COVID-19 Isolation Upon Return From Travel
TO: All NCN Employees, NCN Organizations, Council Members and NCN Citizens and Residents FROM: Chief Marcel Moody SUBJECT: COVID-19 Isolation Upon Return From Travel Government of Canada COVID-19 Update [More...]
Information/Fact Sheets
NCN Full Community Lockdown Q&A During the Covid-19 Pandemic
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS - Bulletin No. 6 This bulletin is intended to provide updated information on the full community lockdown due to the positive COVID-19 case in the community. COMMAND [More...]
Thompson Business Directory
During the Covid-19 pandemic and especially now during the Manitoba wide code-red and the NCN Community lock down, we understand that people still need access to items for their daily [More...]
NCN Employees Q&A During the Covid-19 Pandemic
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS - Bulletin No. 5 This Bulletin is intended to provide updated information on the new federal benefits that replace CERB, new leave of absence provisions under provincial [More...]
How to access your COVID-19 test results
Beginning the week of May 4, 2020, there are two ways to access your COVID-19 test results if you test negative. Individuals who test positive for COVID-19 are contacted directly [More...]
Protective Mask Making Class
REGISTER TO JOIN US! JULY 14, 15, 16, 2020 1:00 PM– 6:00 PM Family & Community Wellness Centre All NCN Citizens welcome! NCN Citizens, to protect yourself and others during [More...]
Q & A – Ending the NCN Lockdown
Q. What is an OIC? A. An OIC is short for Order in Council. NCN, like other governments, uses an OIC to make appointments, approve regulations under laws such as [More...]
Shopping and Deliveries Q&A: Covid-19 Update
Shopping & Deliveries Information for NCN Citizens and Residents Questions and Answers Bulletin No. 3, April 23, 2020 Q. How long is the State of Emergency going to remain in [More...]
How to Self-Isolate
Follow the advice that you have received from your health care provider. If you have questions, or you start to feel ill, contact the nursing station at (204) 484-2031 or [More...]
Answers to Covid-19 Questions for NCN Employees
Chief and Council have provided answers to some of the questions that NCN Citizens and Residents have had regarding Covid-19 and the Coronavirus. View the Q&A from NCN Employees [More...]
Answers to Covid-19 Questions for NCN Citizens
Chief and Council have provided answers to some of the questions that NCN Citizens and Residents have had regarding Covid-19 and the Coronavirus. View the Q&A from NCN Citizens [More...]
Help Stop the Spread of Flu and Viruses
Stopping the Flu Starts with You! Hand Washing Every time you sneeze or cough into them When you get to work or school Before, during & after you prepare food [More...]
Family Challenges/Contests
Household Competition: Family Winter Portrait
Sponsored by NCN Parks & Rec: Post your pic/clip to NCN Rec FB Page. Videos or pictures cannot be posted until 5:00 pm on January 16th, 2021. Early posts will [More...]
NCN Holiday Giveaway Winners
CONGRATULATIONS WINNERS of the Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation "Like to Win" Xmas prize draw! We ask that you be patient while our very busy gift elves arrange the deliveries (or pickup) [More...]
Household Competition – Miniature Cardboard Santa & Reindeer
Sponsored by NCN Parks & Rec Event: Household Competition – Miniature Cardboard Santa & Reindeer Videos/Pics cannot be posted until 5:00pm on December 22nd. Early posts will be deleted. Winners [More...]
Land Use Planning Department Needs Your Creativity
NCN, We Need Your Creativity! The Lands, Environment and Resources department is having two separate creative contests. The first contest is the Land Use Planning LOGO contest. The second contest [More...]
Household Competition: Bingo Card Wreath Design
Sponsored by NCN Parks & Recreation Event: Household Competition: Bingo Card Wreath Design Pics cannot be posted until 5pm on Monday, December 14th. Winners will be announced at 1pm on [More...]
Christmas Carol Singing Competitions
Sponsored by NCN Parks & Recreation Event: Christmas Carol Singing Competitions Videos cannot be posted until 5pm, Monday, December 14th. Winners announced at 5pm on December 16th. Instruments & Karaoke [More...]
NCN Parks & Rec Tiktok Events
Enter by posting your clips to the NCN Parks & Rec Facebook page. Videos/clips cannot be posted until 5:00 pm on December 11th, 2020. Early posts will be deleted. 10 [More...]
Snow Castle Building Competition
Household Competition Snow Castle Building When: Pics cannot be posted until 5:00pm, Friday, December 4th (Winner announced at 1:00pm on December 7th) Post your pic/clip to NCN Rec FB page [More...]
Light Up the 313 – Light Decoration Contest
Light up 313 Cree Nation Outdoor Lighting Competition When: Pics cannot be posted until 5:00pm on Friday, December 11th. (Winner announced at 1:00pm on December 23rd) Post your pic/clip to [More...]
Thompson Business Directory
During the Covid-19 pandemic and especially now during the Manitoba wide code-red and the NCN Community lock down, we understand that people still need access to items for their daily [More...]
Virtual Halloween Costume Contest
NCN Virtual Halloween Costume CONTEST! This year Halloween is going online! Spooky! Here's How to Enter... Create a Tik Tok video-transition from your regular self to a costume! Lip sync [More...]
NCN Virtual Haunt Contest
We want to see your spooky and creepy haunted house! Build it then video it and upload the spooky sites to Jess Spence’s Facebook NCN Halloween Group Page before Oct. [More...]
Pumpkin Decorating Contest
NCN Pumpkin Decorating CONTEST! ENTER NOW and show off your pumpkin decorating talent for a chance to win $250! Upload a photo of your pumpkin to Jess Spence’s Facebook NCN [More...]
NCN Ghost Stories Contest
NCN Ghost Stories CONTEST! Instead of going house to house, we are asking citizens to tell us their scariest, spookiest stories!! Then upload the tale to Jess Spence’s Facebook NCN [More...]
NCN Citizens: Update to Halloween Events 2020
Notice to Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation Citizens: Update to Halloween Events 2020 Due to the changes caused by the Covid-19 Pandemic, Halloween festivities will be different this year. Although we did a [More...]
KISS – Family Face Painting Contest
Household Competition – Family Face Painting Theme: Kiss Band Post your picture or video clip to the NCN Rec. Facebook page Videos/pics cannot be posted until 5:00 pm on October [More...]
Halloween House Decorating Contest
NCN Parks & Recreation Household Competition: Halloween House Decorating Contest Videos/pics cannot be posted until 5:00pm, Friday, October 30, 2020. Post it to NCN Rec Facebook Page. Winners determined by [More...]
Best Pumpkin Design Using Leaves
NCN Parks & Recreation - Household Competition #3 Videos cannot be posted until 5:00pm Friday, October 16th, 2020. Post your pic to the NCN Parks and Rec Facebook page The [More...]
Household Thanksgiving Weekend Contests
Competition #1: Song in Cree Competition #2: Team Turkey Call When: Videos cannot be posted until 5:00pm, October 10th. Deadline for entries extended to Wednesday, October 14th. Winners will be [More...]
Best Masked Family Contest
Do you and your family love to make and wear masks? Or are you rocking the Covid-19 safety masks and doing it with 313 style? We are looking for the [More...]
Protective Mask Making Class
REGISTER TO JOIN US! JULY 14, 15, 16, 2020 1:00 PM– 6:00 PM Family & Community Wellness Centre All NCN Citizens welcome! NCN Citizens, to protect yourself and others during [More...]
NCN Beard Growing Contest
Prize Structure Per Event: 1st $150 2nd $100 3rd $75 4th $50 No entry fee! Beards will be judged on the funniest and longest Participants are to post BEFORE and [More...]
Toonie Coin Toss Tournament
NCN Parks & Rec Presents: Toonie Coin Toss Tournament Date: June 2-4 $10/toss, no limit, please bring your own Toonies. Prizes: 1st – $1,500.00 2nd - $1,000.00 3rd - $500.00 [More...]
Adult & Youth Duet Singing Competition
Prizes: 1st - $500 2nd - $400 3rd - $300 4th - $200 5th - $100 Videos can be posted after 5:00pm, Monday, May 18, 2020. Competition open to 1 [More...]
Children’s Fun Events
Age Categories 3-5 Years EVENTS for 3-5 years: 1) Duck Calling 2) Dog Calling 3) Cat Calling 6-8 years 9-11 Years 12-14 Years EVENTS for 6-8, 9-11, & 12-14 [More...]
Coin Toss Tournament
$5 per toss. No limit! Please bring your own loonies. 4 Rounds per day at the Multiplex parking lot. Tuesday, May 19 Wednesday, May 20 Thursday, May 21 Round 1: [More...]
Canada’s Next Top Indigenous Superstar
Presented by: Darren Ross Agency & Jukasa Studios Deadline: Friday, June 12th @ 5pm Enter by sending a brief bio and 30 second acapella video of you singing or rapping [More...]
$11,000 Mini Monster Bingo
Date: Monday May 11 @ 6pm on 98.1 NCN Cree FM Cards must be purchased before 3:00 pm on May 11th to be eligible for the draws. Early bird buyer [More...]
Jigging Idol 2020
Master of the Jig Presents: Jigging Idol 2020 (online jigging contest) Submit video between May 4 – May 11 to masterofthejig@hotmail.com Entry Fee: $30.00 Prizes: 1st: $1,000.00 2nd: $500.00 3rd: [More...]
Home Competition #9 – Look Alike and Dress Alike Competition
You have until 11:00am on Monday, May 4th to post. Winners announced at 1:00 pm. Categories: 1) Father and son 2) Mother and daughter 3) Father and daughter 4) Mother [More...]
COVID-19 Weight Loss Contest
Weigh-in will begin the week of April 27th to May 1st @ 3pm. Where: Jordan’s Principle Building Final Weigh-In: June 25-26 @ 3pm $20/person Prizes (separate prizes for male and [More...]
Adult & Youth Fun Events
Get Your Submissions in by 11:00 am on April 30th. Winners announced at 1:00 pm. Animal calls: Turkey Call Rooster Call Elephant Call Age categories: 15-17 yrs 18-29 yrs 30-30 [More...]
Household Competition #8: Exercise Relay Race
Household Competition #8: Exercise Relay Race Date: You have until 11:00 am on Monday, April 27th to post your entry to the NCN Parks & Rec Facebook page. Winners announced [More...]
$50,0000 Monster Bingo
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2020 Games start @ 2:00 pm Cards are $125 for a 12 T.V. 3 JACKPOTS: $5,000.00 $10,000.00 $20,000.00 REGULAR GAMES: 6 games @ $1000 6 games [More...]
Name that Tune and the Singer or Band Competition
Date: 1:30PM, Wednesday, April 15th RULES: 10 lyrics from a song will be posted on the Recreation FB page at 1:30pm sharp. Time limit is 10 minutes. Winner will be [More...]
Weekend Fun Events
Date: 11am on Tuesday April 14th. Winners announced at 1:00pm. Events: Best dance move: two step or jig (in remembrance of late husband Jack Spence – sponsored by Marilyn Spence) [More...]
Children’s Fun Events
Deadline: 11AM on April 14, 2020. Winners announced at 1:00pm. Events: Jigging competition Crazy hair competition Singing Competition Age Categories: 3-5 Years 6-8 years 9-11 years 12-14 years Prizes: 1st [More...]
Adult and Youth Singing Competition
Age categories: 15-17 yrs, & 18 plus Deadline: 11am on Thursday, April 16th. Winners will be announced at 1:00 pm. Prizes: 1st: $150.00 2nd: $100.00 3rd: $75.00 Rules Competition is [More...]
Easter Sunday Parade and Candy Distribution
Easter Sunday Parade and Candy Distribution Sunday, April 12th at 4pm. Candy bags will be dropped at each house. Please have one person outside to collect. For safety reasons please [More...]
Online Easter Activities and Contests
Online Easter Activities: Submit by April 9. Free Entry Contest #1: What does Easter mean to me? (Write up what Easter means to you and your family and submit to [More...]
Family Poster and Video Contest
FCWC Family Enhancement Program and Arlene Smears Present: Family Poster and Video Contest Theme – Family tips for stopping the spread of COVID-19 Entry Deadline: April 7th – submit entry [More...]
Family Competition #5: Family Line Dancing
Competition #5: Family Line Dancing Prizes: 1st: $300.00 2nd: $200.00 3rd: $100.00 Rules: Teams to consist of 4 people (1 adult and 3 children) Reminder to post your clip on [More...]
Grandparents Fun Events
EVENTS: Cutest Baby Laugh Best Baby Tantrum Cutest Baby Cry PRIZES: 1st: $50 2nd: $30 3rd: $20 RULES: Open male/female 55-64, & 65 plus All pictures/clips to be posted on [More...]
Family Home Competition #4: Family Talent Show
Show us your family spirit! Prize Structure: 1st: $500.00 2nd: $400.00 3rd: $300.00 4th: $200.00 5th: $100.00 No entry fee. Teams to consist of 4 people (1 adult, 3 children) [More...]
Family Home Competition #3: Snow Sculpture Competition
To help combat the boredom and inactivity resulting from families being at home due to the coronavirus, NCN Parks & Recreation is sponsoring various events that the community can participate [More...]
Family Home Competition #2: 80’s Lip Sync Contest
To help combat the boredom and inactivity resulting from families being at home due to the coronavirus, NCN Parks & Recreation is sponsoring various events that the community can participate [More...]
Family Home Competition #1: The Floss Dance
To help combat the boredom and inactivity resulting from families being at home due to the coronavirus, NCN Parks & Recreation is sponsoring various events that the community can participate [More...]