Chief Lisa Young Invites Media to Bloodvein River First Nation to Discuss Moose Stewardship, Community Safety and Checkpoint
October 9, 2026
Treaty One Territory, Manitoba
Jesse Nobess
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 9, 2026
Chief Lisa Young Invites Media to Bloodvein River First Nation to Discuss Moose Stewardship, Community Safety and Checkpoint
BLOODVEIN RIVER FIRST NATION, MANITOBA — The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) is sharing an invitation from Chief Lisa Young of Bloodvein River First Nation, welcoming members of the media to visit the Nation on Saturday, October 10, 2026, to hear directly from First Nations leadership and members about the checkpoint, moose stewardship, Treaty rights and ongoing community safety concerns.
Chief Young is extending this invitation to provide an opportunity for media to hear the Nation’s perspective, receive information about the circumstances surrounding the checkpoint, and better understand the Nation’s concerns regarding the protection of moose populations, the exercise of Treaty rights, and the safety and well-being of its members.
Media representatives are invited to arrive at Bloodvein River First Nation between 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 10. The visit will conclude by approximately 4:00 p.m. to allow attendees sufficient time for safe return travel.
The visit will provide an opportunity to tour the Nation, where appropriate, and engage directly with Chief Young and community representatives about the issues facing Bloodvein River First Nation. The intention is to ensure these matters are understood in their proper context, including the Nation’s responsibilities to its members, its relationship with the land and wildlife, and its concerns about the sustainability of moose populations for future generations.
“We are inviting the media to come to Bloodvein River First Nation, meet with our leadership and community members, and hear directly from us about why these issues matter. Our concerns are about more than a checkpoint. They involve the stewardship of our wildlife, our Treaty rights, and our responsibility to protect the safety and well-being of our people. We believe it is important that our Nation has an opportunity to share its perspective and that these issues are understood through the voices of the people who live here,” said Chief Lisa Young.
Chief Young emphasized the importance of ensuring that everyone travelling to the Nation is able to do so safely.
“We welcome the media to visit our Nation on Saturday, October 10. We encourage everyone to arrive between 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. and plan to depart by 4:00 p.m. to allow sufficient time for travel. Above all, I want everyone to arrive safely and return home safely,” said Chief Young.
The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs continues to stand alongside Bloodvein River First Nation in its efforts to protect Treaty rights, uphold First Nations authority, and advocate for responsible moose stewardship and the safety of its members.
Media interested in attending are encouraged to contact Bloodvein River First Nation in advance to confirm their attendance and coordinate travel arrangements.
MEDIA VISIT DETAILS
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Arrival: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Departure: By approximately 4:00 p.m.
Location: Bloodvein River First Nation, Manitoba
Purpose: Media discussion and community visit regarding moose stewardship, Treaty rights, the checkpoint and community safety.
MEDIA CONTACT
For more information, please contact:
Communications Team
Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs
Email: media@manitobachiefs.com
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About the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs:
The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs was created in 1988 by First Nations in Manitoba to coordinate political action and technical work on common issues. Through the Chiefs-in-Assembly, AMC works collectively to promote, preserve, and protect First Nations and Treaty rights, strengthen First Nations cultures, traditions, languages, economies and societies, and advance self-determination and self-government. AMC represents 63 First Nations in Manitoba and the diverse Anishinaabe, Nehetho/Ininew, Anisininew, Denesuline, and Dakota Oyate peoples.