The Opaskwayak Cree Nation Chief and Council have ordered a semi-lockdown of the Opaskwayak Cree Nation effective as of November 30, 2024, directly due to the recent increase in criminal activity we have been experiencing.
The Opaskwayak Cree Nation has been dealing with the escalation of gang violence, drugs, assaults, suicides and high-speed chases for quite some time. Crime is extending to all corners of our community and surrounding areas and escalating to outside of our jurisdiction. Statistical data has shown that some numbers have stabilized but also become more serious and violent in nature.