Manitoba's northernmost First Nation will receive a shipment of eight modular trailers over the weekend. The trailers will function as accommodation for the crisis response workers and elders who have been deployed to support the community.
First Nations communities in northern Manitoba already pay high prices for fuel and groceries, and many are worried about the impact rising costs will have on struggling families.
Calm Air flew 20 barrels of fuel to Sayisi Dene Denesuline Nation Feb. 8 to help tide the First Nation over until the winter road to the community opens.