As Lake St. Martin was rebuilt in a new location at a higher elevation, most members lived in Winnipeg with support from evacuation benefits. Indigenous Services Canada spokeswoman Rola Tfaili said assigning housing on the reserve is the responsibility of its chief and council. The government has agreed to continue benefits for evacuees assigned to homes still being built. Ottawa expects different families to live together and overcrowd the new homes, the chief said. If there is not adequate housing and the benefits stop, said the situation for many will be dire, the chief said.

Source: National Post January 13, 2020 09:00 UTC