Lockdown in Cree Nation of Mistissini following fatal shooting – CBC

Jan 29, 2026

Chief Michael Petawabano reports multiple fatalities

The Cree Nation of Mistissini, located in the James Bay region of Quebec, is under a lockdown notice Thursday morning following a fatal shooting in the community.

In a statement posted on social media, the leader of the community, Chief Michael Petawabano, asked residents to stay indoors after multiple fatalities were reported.

Schools and all community buidlings, offices and facilities are closed and travel in and out of the community is restricted.

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