Welcome
Big River First Nation is located 120 kilometers northwest of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Canada, with a population of approximately 4,000 people of Cree descent.
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job opportunities
For the latest BRFN job opportunities, visit our Job Listings page!
News & Events
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February 27, 2023 – Big River First Nation Chief and Council successfully completed their yearly randomized drug tests.
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School updates
New High School
Aodbt architecture + interior design and the school steering committee has begun design work on a new High School for the community. On February 1, 2018 the consultants held a Community Information Session to meet with school staff, Elders, and community members to present the findings of the School Feasibility Study, discuss 21st-Century Learning concepts, get information from the community, and answer questions about the design process.
The new school will be approximately 5,100 square metres in size, and include the latest in educational amenities.