The process of returning evacuees home after a full evacuation is a long one that requires the hard work of many individuals.  The leadership, volunteers, support staff, MNR and EMO have dedicated themselves in all aspects of returning the evacuees home.

Click here to watch a video clip of volunteers stationed at the airport to register all returning evacuees.

Sandy Lake is a "dry" reserve.  This means that all contraband including alcohol and drugs is prohibited from entering the community.  In addition to regular search and security procedures, the Nishnawbe-Aski Police Service (NAPS) K-9 Unit is being utilized to search all incoming baggage.

Click here to watch a video clip of the K-9 Unit's dog at work.

A typical day of returning hundreds of evacuees means flight after flight and makes for one busy landing strip.

Click here to watch a video clip of the plane traffic at the Sandy Lake airport.