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4,400 Displaced as Canadian Forces Assess Water Crisis

1/13/2026

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Canadian Armed Forces sent seven personnel to Pimicikamak Cree Nation to assess the water plant after a power outage caused frozen pipes.
About 4,400 residents have been displaced, many staying in hotels.
Chief David Monias of Pimicikamak Cree Nation said up to 130 additional workers, including plumbers and engineers, are expected to arrive soon.
Community leaders worry about the emotional toll from repeated evacuations, with no clear timeline for return.

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Canadian Armed Forces sent seven personnel to Pimicikamak Cree Nation to assess the water plant after a power outage caused frozen pipes.
About 4,400 residents have been displaced, many staying in hotels.
Chief David Monias of Pimicikamak Cree Nation said up to 130 additional workers, including plumbers and engineers, are expected to arrive soon.
Community leaders worry about the emotional toll from repeated evacuations, with no clear timeline for return.