Military Will Get to Manitoba First Nation Dealing With Water Issues on Monday: Chief

Crews work to fix a water main break in front of a home on the Pimicikamak Cree Nation, Man., on Jan. 7, 2026. The Canadian Press/John WoodsThe chief of a Manitoba First Nation in the throes of severe water issues, including flooding and backed-up sewage, says seven members of the Canadian Armed Forces are to arrive in his northern community on Monday.Pimicikamak Cree Nation Chief David Monias says in a social media post that members are to provide technical assistance, assessments and support related to critical infrastructure and recovery operations.