The Big River First Nation is in lockdown as COVID-19 case numbers soar and one official expects more bad news in the coming days. With an on-reserve population of 2,600 and 82 confirmed cases, the Big River First Nation has one of the highest per capita rates in Saskatchewan. Most of the Big River cases remain active, with two in hospital, said Big River community navigator Ronnie Netmaker. Big River First Nation is about 120 kilometres northwest of Prince Albert. Netmaker said Big River could use more federal funding and other help for security, hygeine and other costs.

Source: CBC News November 10, 2020 19:30 UTC