3.34

km2, square

1820

year established

108

population: on reserve

226

population: off reserve

Important Update – Covid Funds are no longer available

OFF RESERVE CONTACT CONSENT FORM
Bear River First Nation (L'sitkuk) Right Conduct Law

Dear Electors of Bear River First Nation,
The election will be held on November 19, 2025.

To ensure that off reserve electors receive their nomination package please update your mailing address with the electoral team at the following email address bearriverelection@outlook.com or call (506) 471-4795.

Dates to Remember:

Nomination to be Posted on September 20, 2025
Nomination Meeting to be held on October 15, 2025 5PM to 8PM at the Cultural Centre 194 Reservation Rd
Candidates will have until October 18, 2025, at 6PM (to confirm their candidacy)
Ballots will be mailed out starting October 20, 2025 No ballots will be mailed out after November 13, 2025
Advance Polls will be November 10, 2025 9AM to 8PM at the Cultural Centre 194 Reservation Rd
Election Day will be November 19, 2025 9AM to 8PM at the Cultural Centre 194 Reservation Rd

If you have any questions or require further information, please feel free to contact Sarah Rose at bearriverelection@outlook.com

Thank you, Sarah Rose

Our Services

Mi’kmaq Heritage and Cultural Centre

Mi’kmaq Heritage and Cultural Centre

The Cultural Center is now being used for Education Purposes. Unfortunately, we can no longer accept visitors. Wela’lin

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Muin Sipu Learning Center

Muin Sipu Learning Center

200 Reservation Road, PO Box 210, Bear River, NS, B0S1B0 Monday – Friday 8:30AM – 4PM 902-467-4193 Staff: A/Mgr – Sarah Croston Toddler Program...

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Health Center

Health Center

Our Health Center offers healing services, workshops, monthly doctor visits, and has the capability for video conferencing. Staff : Amber Potter –...

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News & Updates

March 2, 2026
Media Release – Provincial Reductions are Harmful and Appear Targeted
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February 26, 2026
Membership Notice
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February 26, 2026
DALA Family Literacy
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Our Mission

We, the people of Bear River First Nation, will work towards healing our minds, bodies, spirits, and environment.

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