Recent News

Who said winter was over?

Contrary to popular belief, May showers do not always bring May flowers.

A surprise visit from Santa Claus at the band office seemed more appropriate as Sandy Lake got covered in a thick blanket of snow this morning.

Sandy Lake's nurse-in-charge Marie-Elaine changed roles this morning, dressing as Santa Claus and wishing everyone a Merry Christmas.  The jolly man (or rather, woman) in red, spread good cheer to all the band office staff. 

Earth Day/Community Clean-Up confirmed for May 14th

This annual event has all employees of Sandy Lake First Nation and community members cleaning up garbage that has accumulated over the past year.

Sandy Lake takes pride in the well-being and appearance of our land and we encourage everyone to come out and do your part for Mother Earth on Thursday, May 14th.

The Brighter Futures Program will be coordinating the teams to clean in designated areas of the community.  Please contact Brad or Cherish at 774-5242 for more information.

News Release: Passing of community elder

It is with great sadness we announce the loss of respected and cherished elder, Laura Jane Meekis (Kakegamic). She was affectionately known to everyone as Nana-Jean. 
 
Nana-Jean passed away early this morning, Friday, April 24, 2009, in Sioux Lookout after being medivaced out of the community yesterday afternoon. She was 73 years old.
 
Nana-Jean is predeceased by her husband Da
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