Brokenhead Ojibway Nation creates new reserve land in East St. Paul

Sign for the economic development zone of Brokenhead Ojibway Nation is shown. (Scott Anderson/CTV News Winnipeg)

More than 60 acres of land in East St. Paul has officially become reserve land for Brokenhead Ojibway Nation (BON).

On Friday, July 4, 2025, BON announced the creation of a new reserve on 60.76 acres east of Highway 59 and south of the Perimeter Highway, near the boundary of Winnipeg.

BON said it is exploring a range of potential uses for the land, including residential and commercial development, recreation and wellness facilities.

“This site has incredible potential to create jobs, expand services, and support our ongoing work to build a stronger economic future for our Nation,” said Chief Gord Bluesky in a news release. “It reflects our Nation’s commitment to growth, self-reliance, and working in true partnership with our neighbours.”

The reserve designation follows 20 years of negotiations with the federal government. BON said the land acquisition will help unlock new economic development opportunities.

“Through the expansion of Brokenhead Ojibway Nation’s land base, we are not only advancing reconciliation and fulfilling past obligations under the Treaty Land Entitlement process, we’re also creating new opportunities for growth and development,” said Rebecca Alty, federal minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations.