A sacred fire has been lit and will burn for four days after Wednesday's tragic accident
Matawa First Nations issued a news release on Thursday morning, which said the incident happened around 5:30 p.m. the previous day.
The Matawa Chiefs Council, Matawa Board of Directors, and delegates at its annual general meeting are mourning the loss.“Our hearts are broken. Our prayers are with the children, family, first responders, and the entire Long Lake #58 community. We join them in mourning the passing of this beautiful child whose young life was taken under the most tragic and heartbreaking of circumstances.
"Crisis response staff from Dilico Anishinabek Family Care and Nishnawbe-Aski Nation Hope are assisting, and providing the needed supports to the family and community. Please join us in prayer for strength and healing for Long Lake #58 over the difficult days ahead.” The annual general assembly, which was set to wrap up on Thursday, has been suspended. All Matawa chiefs expressed their personal condolensces and offers of assistance.
The Matawa statement said Long Lake 58 First Nation doesn't have adequate road infrastructure, including a lack of sidewalks or bicycle paths.
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