Peguis First Nation

• State of emergency declared in Peguis, Fisher River ahead of potential flooding

  The chief of Peguis First Nation said "extensive" flooding is expected for the community, but said it has not been determined when it will occur.

  Canada

  Apr 19
  
• Manitoba flood season to see ‘rapid, concentrated spring runoff’ soon

  Warm weather increased the risk of flooding in the Interlake and Parkland regions as areas brace for it to begin as soon as this weekend.

  Environment

  Apr 15
  
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• Peguis First Nation braces for flooding, work underway to protect homes and roads

  Efforts to prevent flooding are underway in a Peguis First Nation. People are preparing roadways, facilities and more than 200 at-risk homes for the spring thaw.

  Environment

  Apr 13
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• Peguis First Nation suing former chief Glenn Hudson

  No statement of defence has been filed and none of the allegations have been tested in court.

  Canada

  Dec 23, 2025
• Manitoba First Nation evacuated due to nearby wildfires, 1 home destroyed

  Peguis First Nation declared a state of emergency early Sunday evening as nearby wildfires spread over the weekend because of high winds, hot temperatures and dry conditions.

  Fire

  May 5, 2025
• Ongoing health crisis: Peguis First Nation declares state of emergency

  Between flooding that occurred in 2014, 2017 and 2022, a total of 784 people have been unable to return home, mainly due to a significant lack of housing in the community.

  Canada

  Apr 30, 2024
• Peguis First Nation files $1 billion claim against all levels of government over devastating 2022 flood

  Peguis First Nation has filed a $1 Billion claim for flood damages against all levels of government following the devastating spring 2022 flood.

  Canada

  Apr 24, 2024
• Manitoba police watchdog investigates in-custody death

  Around 2:15 a.m. the man said he needed medical attention and was taken to a hospital in Gimli before being transported to Health Sciences Centre. He was later pronounced dead.

  Crime

  Jul 31, 2023
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• ‘Ribbon skirts every day’: The importance and power behind the Indigenous garment

  Often considered sacred, ribbon skirts are seen as a symbol of identity, resilience and survival often connecting the wearer to culture and kinship. 

  Canada

  Jun 6, 2023
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• Peguis First Nation woman attacked by dogs, RCMP say

  A Peguis First Nation woman, 52, had to be airlifted to hospital with serious injuries after being attacked by dogs early Sunday morning, RCMP say.

  Crime

  May 9, 2023