Ontario Supports Environmental Action in Pic River First Nation to Continue Protecting and Restoring the Great Lakes
The Ontario government is investing $77,365 in the Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Monitoring Hub.
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Canadian Navigable Waters Act
Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nation hereby gives notice that an application has been made to the Minister of Transport, pursuant to the Canadian Navigable Waters Act for approval of the work described herein and its site and plans.
Notice of election for Chief and Council
Notice is hereby given to the electors of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg that a poll will be held at the Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Community Hall located 78 Pic River Road, Heron Bay, Ontario on Saturday October 30, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Communique Re FNEA Election Process
From January to March 2021, Biigtigong Nishnaabeg undertook community engagement about moving elections from the Indian Act to the First Nations Elections Act (“FNEA”)
Community Consultation Session
By now you have probably seen information circulating in the community and online about a Fisheries Study that will be taking place on the Pic River over the next 2 years.
Fisheries Study Survey
Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Sustainable Development is launching a fisheries study on the Pic River. We are asking all community members who have fished the Pic Riv-er, including the mouth of the Pic River to complete a short survey.
Community Notice
If you have been instructed to self-isolate by the Thunder Bay District Health Unit and require any assistance please reach out.
Playground Closure
Under the direction of the Emergency Response Team, effective, Monday, November 23rd, the playground located at the Elementary School and the Beaver Crescent area will be closed for the season.
School Safety Notice
Please be advised that with an increase of personal transportation being used when dropping children off and children walking to the school the following changes in traffic flow will occur during school times.