Language learning needs to be interactive. [10]:220 The HBC earned $1000 in revenue by assisting with the move.[10]:222. There is probably a dozen who are in their 60-80s age group, but exact numbers are not known. It would be a great opportunity to visit another territory to see what they are doing. [10]:220 The HBC earned $1000 in revenue by assisting with the move.[10]:222. Charles Pisequinip remained in Norway House when the rest relocated to Fisher River. Fisher River Cree Nation Chief David Crate said the development of the project is another step in generating revenue for the community. Upon arrival on the reserve lands "the people built homes and divided up the land to be used for farming...In addition to farming, the people took part in the seasonal labour provided by the fishing and lumber industries.2 Throughout the 1880s many more families from northern Manitoba joined the original settlers.3 In 1908, the band signed the adhesions to Treaty Number Five which brought more people into the band. Within the school system, they have started a process of elimination working with children. [15] The newly formed Council of Keewatin imposed severe restrictions on the fur trade with furs and trading posts burnt to prevent the spread of smallpox and no possibility of compensation. Get young people involved with learning the language. Would like to have a plan for phrase of the day for each entity to take part. Fisher River is located about 220 kilometres north of Winnipeg, Manitoba. Fisher River Cree Nation was approved for a Junior B hockey team by the KJHL in April 2014. Learn More. Fisher River (Ochekwi-Sipi) is a Cree First Nations reserve located approximately 193 km north of Manitoba's capital city, Winnipeg.The Fisher River Cree Nation is composed of two reserves; Fisher River 44 and Fisher River 44A. "[6], Fisher River Cree Nation cultural activities used to include family oriented activities such as dancing, square dances, jigging, fiddling, sports events, and movie nights. Within the school system, documents were completed for grades 1-3. In 1875, the Government of Canada had granted a 57.9 kilometres (36.0 mi) strip of land along the western shore of Lake Winnipeg between Boundary Creek and White Mud River inclusive of Hecla Island to Icelandic immigrants who established a settlement in what is now Gimli in the fall of 1875. It also takes a community for language ideas. We will protect and maintain the spirit and intent of the treaties and our inherent rights. This meeting can be held in the evening. We have an on-reserve population of around 1700. The community needs to put them up. HBC Chief Factor Roderick Ross reported to James A. Graham that during the 1870s the village of Rossville was in a chronic state of starvation and needed assistance from the HBC Post. We will protect and maintain the spirit and intent of the treaties and our inherent rights. We will provide an environment where all people are healthy, safe, and respected. "In 1874, Chief David Rundle and a group of Rossville maskekomowak wrote to Lieutenant-Governor Alexander Morris stating their intention to and requesting assistance to relocate further south to Grassy Narrows/White Mud River region on the western shore of Lake Winnipeg. Furs from Great Slave Lake were traded at Norway House for goods such as metal and cloth from England. Some people expect to have incentive if they are to help or to learn the language. If participants are involved from the start, they would likely be prouder of it. "In 1874, Chief David Rundle and a group of Rossville maskekomowak wrote to Lieutenant-Governor Alexander Morris stating their intention to and requesting assistance to relocate further south to Grassy Narrows/White Mud River region on the western shore of Lake Winnipeg. With the naming of roads done in Cree, stop signs should be included. Worked on Cree signage for the community. Our Culture. Fisher River Cree Nation’s history can be traced back to the 1840’s when Norway House became the hub of Hudson Bay Company’s fur-trade and supply lines, and an administration centre for Rupert’s Land. There can be an emphasis on language base with identity. [20] Families would gather by the Fisher River and camp in large canvas trappersâ tents. In 1874, representatives of the Christian Indians of Rossville, led by Chief David Rundle, wrote the federal government requesting support to move to their southernmost hunting region around Grassy Narrows and the present day White Mud River. They had family there already, and the land and fisheries were good. This is what we did in language and learn. HBC Chief Factor Roderick Ross reported to James A. Graham that during the 1870s the village of Rossville was in a chronic state of starvation and needed assistance from the HBC Post. (and to include young parents). [20] Treaty day activities included sports competitions and games, trade booths, and dances. The program: The community has created a declaration regarding language revitalization. In 1875, the Government of Canada had granted a 57.9 kilometres (36.0 mi) strip of land along the western shore of Lake Winnipeg between Boundary Creek and White Mud River inclusive of Hecla Island to Icelandic immigrants who established a settlement in what is now Gimli in the fall of 1875. "[6] Then-Lieutenant Governor Alexander Morris represented the Queen in signing Treaty 5 with the Saulteaux and Swampy Cree non-treaty band governments and peoples around Lake Winnipeg in the District of Keewatin. It takes a whole community to raise a child. Fisher River (Ochekwi-Sipi) is a Cree First Nations reserve located approximately 193 km north of Manitoba's capital city, Winnipeg. Furs from Great Slave Lake were traded at Norway House for goods such as metal and cloth from England. It important to acknowledge where it comes from, this needs to be done. People need to be made aware of why language is important. These videos look at rites of passages, placenta, grieving and hair. [16] The epidemic and quarantine postponed the move until the summer of 1877 when 43 familiesârepresenting 200 people made the 200 mile journey south to the present day Fisher River Reserve. [5], In the 1870s when the Hudson's Bay Company replaced York boats with steamboat transportation on Lake Winnipeg the 200 Cree who operated the York boats in the inland waterways for the HBC lost their jobs. Videos and the BYKI program are used as supports for the documents. Fisher River will be a self-sustaining progressive community with a strong and accountable government. "[20], Fisher River holds an annual Ada Wilson "Grey Cloud Woman" Memorial Pow Wow in August "with dancers from across North America in a large arbour beautifully constructed from logs. In the 1870s As the economic situation deteriorated for the Rossville Cree, local missionaries encouraged them to locate further inland on lands more favourable for agriculture and other traditional activities. The Fisher River Cree Nation is composed of two reserves; Fisher River 44 and Fisher River 44A. For example, seek out good resources like the Mohawk school, their program, their info. The Fisher River Cree Nation were among the hundreds of Cree who began trading at Norway House—the administrative centre for Rupert’s Land—the watershed stretching from Hudson Bay to the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains[2] and trading hub of Hudson's Bay Company. Upon arrival on the reserve lands "the people built homes and divided up the land to be used for farming...In addition to farming, the people took part in the seasonal labour provided by the fishing and lumber industries.2 Throughout the 1880s many more families from northern Manitoba joined the original settlers.3 In 1908, the band signed the adhesions to Treaty Number Five which brought more people into the band. [20] "Treaty days were the most anticipated recreational event of the year. [4] In 1869 the Government of Canada took over the vast area controlled by the HBC. Fisher River is named after the fisher, a North American mammal which belongs to the same family as weasels and skunks. To expand learning Cree so that people can learn the root word. Has the ability to add different Elders on it. The next phase is to hang them up. Six years later, it had grown into a village, consisting of about thirty houses and a church. Unlike other Treaty No.5 Band who received 160 acres per family, Fisher River only received 100 acres per family."[6][10]:14. What are you community’s top 5 priorities at the moment? [3][8][9] This situation was relieved only when its "surplus population" of 180 Cree moved to Fisher River in 1877 and 1888. When families came together to share and celebrate it created a strong community atmosphere. Need for focus on younger years. [16] The epidemic and quarantine postponed the move until the summer of 1877 when 43 families—representing 200 people made the 200 mile journey south to the present day Fisher River Reserve. Can have someone come teach Cree speakers. The Elders want to know what to do and the teachers need to know how to utilize them. By 1875 there were 800 Cree peopleâmainly from the Hayes and Nelson River systemsâliving at the Norway House settlement with hundreds employed by the HBC. Fisher River is 15,614 acres (6,319 hectares).