Military will arrive Monday to help Manitoba First Nation dealing with water issues, chief says | Unpublished
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Military will arrive Monday to help Manitoba First Nation dealing with water issues, chief says

January 11, 2026

The chief of a Manitoba First Nation in the throes of severe water issues, including flooding and backed-up sewage, says seven members of the Canadian Armed Forces are to arrive in his northern community on Monday.

Pimicikamak Cree Nation Chief David Monias says in a social media post that members are to provide technical assistance, assessments and support related to critical infrastructure and recovery operations.



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