Just a couple hours north of Winnipeg lies the Fisher Bay area, on the southwest basin of Lake Winnipeg. This land is home to wildlife such as wolves and moose, foxes and bears, and a huge variety of songbirds. Shallow beaches and rocky reefs can be found throughout the waters of the Bay, providing habitat for a myriad of fishes and birds, many of which are endangered.

Ochiwasahow: The Fisher Bay Area

Co-published CPAWS Manitoba and the Wilderness Committee Vol.24 - No.04 Spring 2007

Photo by Eric Reder.

immediate action needed:
to save wilderness paradise

Decisions about the future of Fisher Bay and its surrounding landscape will soon be made by the Manitoba government. Will the area remain in its state of natural beauty, supporting local communities, providing for traditional activities and emerging eco- and cultural tourism opportunities? Or will it be irreversibly disturbed by logging, mining, and roads?

The Wilderness Committee and CPAWS commend the Fisher River Cree Nation for embracing a healthy future by pursuing community-driven, sustainable economic ventures that are in harmony with nature.

Intensive human developments continue to break into the few remaining intact wilderness areas. We are at a critical time in Manitoba’s history—we must act now to protect our wild spaces before they are gone forever. Does the Manitoba government understand that protected natural areas are necessary to build a strong future? Swift action by our provincial government to grant the Fisher River Cree Nation’s protected area request will give us confidence that they do.

Now is the time for all Manitobans to express their opinion to our elected officials about the future of the spectacular lands and waters of Fisher Bay. Please use the information below to take personal action.

Healthy intact forests ... or industrial logging?