A new wind energy project in Whapmagoostui-Kuujjuaraapik is launching environmental and social impact assessments for the twin communities’ Cree and Inuit populations. Community consultations that began February 16 will determine the social acceptability of the project, which proposes to partly replace the use of diesel-powered electricity with renewable energy.
Discussion at the Cree Nation Government (CNG) Board Council virtual meetings January 26 and 27 revolved around two central issues – the ongoing vaccination campaign and La Grande Alliance
A major outbreak across a number of Cree communities seemed nearly under control in recent days, as vaccine rollouts continued
The Cree School Board (CSB) is delaying the resumption of in-person instruction following the Christmas break because of the Covid-19 outbreak in several communities.
As Covid-19 vaccination clinics began operating across Eeyou Istchee, an outbreak of infections pushed all nine communities back to Phase 1 of deconfinement.
As the new year brings hope for an end to the pandemic, Cree Regional Economic Enterprises Company (CREECO) is focused on supporting the recovery plans of its subsidiaries while continuing to expand opportunities.
As Covid cases continue to climb out of control across Canada, the first vaccines available to Crees were administered in Mistissini January 5.
While the Covid pandemic created many challenges for the Cree School Board (CSB), it’s also been an opportunity to reassess longstanding policies and develop innovative solutions for meeting the changing needs of students.
As Covid-19 cases continue to rise, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean emerged with the highest number of new cases in Quebec, while Chibougamau and Chapais were moved into the red zone of highest-risk areas.
A recent outbreak of Covid-19 cases in Chibougamau and Chapais combined with a recent scare in Waskaganish have kept public health officials busy, as cases surge across much of the world.
