Ice Skating After School Program
The official AOPFN community calendar lists an Ice Skating After School Program from 4 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, October 15.
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After School Program Registration
The official AOPFN community calendar lists After School Program Registration from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13.
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Land Ceremony for the Skyview 2 energy storage project
AOPFN and Potentia invite community members to a Land Ceremony for the Skyview 2 Battery Energy Storage System project. The ceremony takes place Wednesday, October 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 112 Dobbie Road in the Edwardsburgh/Cardinal area.
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Pikwàkanagàn comes together for the annual Walk to Remember
The community gathered to honour the children who never returned home from residential schools, survivors, families and generations affected by the residential school system. The walk recognized survivors’ strength and affirmed that truth and reconciliation is an ongoing responsibility.
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Golden Lake receives 15,000 walleye fingerlings
A September 28 restocking initiative brought AOPFN, the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and the Golden Lake Properties Association together to support Golden Lake’s fishery. Chief Sarazin highlighted the lake’s importance to Algonquin people and future generations.
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Pìnàgami water treatment plant celebrates its grand opening
Pikwàkanagàn celebrated its new water treatment plant and distribution system, developed to serve more than 200 homes and community facilities. Chief Sarazin recognized generations of advocacy and the work of community members, staff and partners.
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Fire Chief Chris Sarazin receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Fire Chief Chris Sarazin received the Anishinabek Lifetime Achievement Award after more than 30 years of community service. Chief Greg Sarazin, who nominated him, spoke at the ceremony in recognition of his dedication to community safety.
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Community volunteer day strengthens partnerships
Volunteers from Algonquin College, PCL Construction and Nokia worked alongside the Education Department on outdoor improvements, maintenance and beautification projects. The community’s report recognizes their contributions and the value of lasting partnerships.
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New community fire hall advances to design phase
Public Works announced funding and commitments from Indigenous Services Canada and Chief and Council for the design and project management phase of a new community fire station. Read the official notice for the project details.
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Algonquin flags raised at Rogers Centre Ottawa
A flag-raising ceremony recognized the enduring presence, rights and culture of the Algonquin Anishinabeg people. Chief Sarazin spoke about recognition, respect and the Nation’s continuing connection to its traditional territory.
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Chief Sarazin joins National Afghanistan Memorial groundbreaking
Chief Sarazin joined the federal government in Ottawa for the groundbreaking of the National Afghanistan War Memorial at LeBreton Flats. The report describes his remarks on remembrance and the memorial’s role in honouring those who served.
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Re-elected Chief and Council sworn in
Chief Greg Sarazin and the elected Council were sworn in at the Makwa Community Centre on April 1. Community members, Elders and guests gathered for the ceremony, followed by a feast and traditional dances.
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Chief Sarazin’s greeting to the King & Queen
Your Majesty. It is my very great honor to greet you here today. On behalf of the Algonquin Anishinabe Nation, and as Chief of the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation, I welcome you to the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Nation. May your visit be pleasant and rewarding and may the Creator watch over you and guide us all in peace and friendship and unity. Your majesty, in the spirit of peace and friendship, Welcome to Algonquin territory.
May 25, 2025
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