Shamattawa First Nation

• Mounties say man dead in Shamattawa First Nation after bear attack

  RCMP say a man is dead after being attacked by a bear in Shamattawa First Nation.

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  Jul 30, 2024
  
• ‘We have to fix it faster’: 28 First Nations communities still under boil water advisories

  On World Water Day, more than 2 billion people around the globe are living without access to safe water, including many First Nations communities in Canada.

  Canada

  Mar 22, 2023
  
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• Manitoba First Nation declares state of emergency after fire at elders complex

  An electrical fire destroyed a nine-unit building in Shamattawa First Nation, more than 700 kilometres northeast of Winnipeg, while their only fire engine was out for repairs.

  Canada

  Mar 13, 2023
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• Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs appoints a new temporary leader

  The assembly is to meet with chiefs next month for a vote on whether Arlen Dumas should continue in his position.

  Canada

  Apr 14, 2022
• Manitoba animal rescue groups rally to relocate roaming dogs after pack attacks girl

  Shamattawa First Nation's been trying to control the stray dog population for years by attempting to get them into care, but that's come with challenges as an isolated community.

  Canada

  Nov 16, 2021
• Girl attacked by pack of dogs on Manitoba First Nation

  RCMP say the child was attacked Sunday morning on the Shamattawa First Nation, about 750 km northeast of Winnipeg.

  Crime

  Nov 15, 2021
• ‘The kids are so happy:’ First Nations adapting to school year after COVID-19 shutdowns

  Last week, some 10 months later, students returned to the classroom.

  Canada

  Sep 12, 2021
• World Suicide Prevention Day renews calls for mental health supports for Manitoba First Nations

  'Far too often, people feel that they're isolated and they're alone.'

  Health

  Sep 10, 2021
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• Indigenous minister says more must be done to support First Nations mental health

  'It's clear that we are, as a country, not dealing with mental health and suicide in a way that is yielding the results.'

  Health

  May 19, 2021
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• Shamattawa First Nation declares state of emergency over suicide crisis

  The Manitoba First Nation is taking extraordinary measures to protect its residents after two community members - one of whom just seven years old - attempted suicide this month.

  Health

  May 18, 2021