Sandy Bay First Nation is calling on residents to help maintain the community through a new cleanup initiative aimed at keeping the area clean, cared for, and beautiful for everyone.
The Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation leadership issued the call to action approximately two weeks ago. The initiative encourages community members to work together to tidy up their surroundings, serving as part of ongoing recovery and maintenance efforts within the community.
This push for community upkeep comes at a time when residents must also be cautious regarding fire safety. Due to dry conditions and an increased fire risk, a fire ban is currently in effect for the entire community. This mandate prohibits all open fires, including campfires, burning barrels, and outdoor burning, until further notice.
The community continues to prioritize safety and environmental resilience following the devastating wildfires that struck the area on April 26, 2025. Those fires destroyed homes and resulted in the displacement of several families, including the brother of Chief Trevor Prince. Since that time, the First Nation has been actively engaged in various initiatives to improve emergency preparedness, including a July 2025 workshop focused on community wildfire risk, mitigation, and resilience facilitated by the Centre for Indigenous Environmental Resources.
Updates regarding community activities and safety notices are available on the official band website.
