Yetsreday afternoon was the perfect day to mark a milestone in Manitoba First Nations Police Service (MFNPS). Acting Chief Rick Head, was sworn in with family, friends, and colleagues at the Rufus Prince Building grounds near Portage la Prairie, amid wonderful sunny weather. He was sworn in by Honourable Judge Jean McBride, with guest speakers…
As per Chief and Council direction, Long Plain First Nation is announcing a Call Out for: LOSS of — USE TRUST – 2 tribal members for 3 Year Terms. Appointed By the Chief & Council. The LOU Trustees are responsible to monitor the Trust Investment on behalf of the Beneficiary, Long Plain First Nation. LAND…
2018 Off-Reserve Eastern Trustee By-Election Results: Robert Francis – 21 Votes Patricia Myran – 28 Votes Elvis Pelltier- 11 Votes 2018 Elected Eastern Trustee: Patricia Myran 2018 On-Reserve General Trustee Election: Gary Meeches – 73 Votes Lisa Assiniboine – 60 Votes Annette Peters – 59 Votes Preston Assiniboine – 53 Votes Myrna Pratt – 50…
As of Friday (May 25) morning at 8:30, Dakota Ojibway Police Service will be no more. The organization announced today that effective June 1, DOPS will officially begin its transition to Manitoba First Nations Police in an effort to be recognized as an inclusive organization to all First Nations in Manitoba. All changes of police…
Long Plain First Nation celebrated the completion of four new houses today. Chief Dennis Meeches says they were approved for a loan from the First Nation Market Housing Fund. “A few years back we were approved for 5.7 million dollar fund to build home ownership projects,” notes Meeches. “We’re very excited by it. Going forward,…
Long Plain Fire Department would like to remind members of the community to protect themselves and against fire in spring and summer months. You can reduce of fire in your neighbourhood by reporting fire hazards such as abandoned bulk waste to Fire Department and talking about the safety tips below: Tips from Long Plain Fire…
Long Plain First Nation has begun a process of creating a Comprehensive Community Plan [CCP], which is a road-map that will help guide the community for many years into the future. The CCP is made up of 9 key areas; language and culture, health, education, social development, economic development, governance, land and resources, housing, sports…
Election Appeal Meeting – Wednesday, April 18, 2018 DOTC Finance Boardroom – Miskwaanakwadook Place Notice Of Decisions On the Election Appeals As per Article 13.27 of the Long Plain First Nation Custom Election Act; the Election Appeal Committee met two (2) days after the Election Appeal deadline, on Wednesday, April 18, 2018, to determine if…
ANNOUNCEMENT – STATEMENT OF RESULTS Reference Article 12.17, within two (2) days after the election, the Electoral Officer shall post in at least three (3) conspicuous Long Plain entities/businesses and on social media, a written statement of results setting out: The names of the Candidates that were elected and their respective offices: Dennis Meeches, Chief…
Long Plain First Nation voted in their choice for Chief and Council yesterday. Re-elected for Chief Dennis Meeches says he’s looking forward to his next term. “I’ve been in office for quite a few years, and I’m just very happy that Long Plain people believe in me to lead,” says Meeches. “I’m looking forward to…