Recent News
Storm hits Big Trout Lake for ball hockey championship
Sandy Lake's Storm traveled to Big Trout Lake over the weekend to compete in the 2nd annual men's ball hockey tournament.
They returned with the championship cup for the second year.
Facing off against seven other teams, Storm won 6 regular games and tied two, taking them to the playoffs where they defeated the teams from Kingfisher Lake and Neskantaga.
The championship game against K.I. Strikers went into overtime and Storm's Paul Beardy scored the winning goal.
Newly elected Youth Council gets sworn-in
A new youth council was elected in Sandy Lake this past June.
On Saturday, August 22nd, the youth council was sworn-in by the Chief and Council in a live radio ceremony. The newly elected youth council read their oaths on-air before signing them. They were also given the opportunity to say a few words to the community, thanking the youth for allowing them to represent them in their new roles.
Family Health Fair in Sandy Lake
It is a time of sharing for the programs of the Health Authority as they promote and showcase their services to the community.
The day starts with a healthy breakfast for the community prepared by the health staff, followed by a walk outside led by council, booth showcases and finished off with a steak bbq.
Chief and Council receive thanks from community members
In an outdoor feast organized by community members, Chief and Council each received gifts as a token of appreciation, encouragement, and support.
Councillors were given painted paddles and artwork by local artists. Deputy Chief Bart Meekis received a beaded leather knife case and knife. Chief Adam Fiddler was presented with a traditional head dress that was made in Saskatchewan.
"The Sasquatch" raises $1,300.00 for cancer patients
Just when Lars thought her championship belt was safe around her waist, out of the dark woods appeared a large hairy creature. It was "The Sasquatch" making a surprise appearance to challenge the champion in the jello-filled ring in a quest to raise money for cancer patients.
