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Welcome to the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa web site. Two of the honored traditions among our people are to share with others and to always look seven generations ahead when making decisions. This website is intended to share with others our heritage, culture and information on how our Tribal Government and business enterprises are benefiting Bois Forte and the surrounding communities both today and into the future.

News and Announcements

New issue of Bois Forte News - The combined July-August issue of the Bois Forte News has been mailed to Band members. Click here to read an online copy.

Per Capita Day is August 15. Please send any address changes to the Enrollment Office by August 1. Click here for the address update form.

Urban Office Advisory Committee to meet at noon on Saturday, July 26 at the Wolves Den Coffee Shop on Franklin Ave in Mpls. Call Terri Hill if you have questions 218.780.4388

Remember to vote in the August 12 Special Election for District I Representative. The candidates are Gordy Adams, Jr. and Ray Villebrun, Sr. 

Click here to see the results of the Primary for District I.

Fortune Bay is hiring a Table Games Manager and Maintenance Technician I. See job postings in the upper right hand corner of this page

Bois Forte celebrated the Swearing-In of Tribal Chair Kevin Leecy and new District I Representative Cathy Chavers at a community celebration held at Fortune Bay’s Woodland’s Ballroom on Wednesday, July 9.  Click here to see photos

The RTC has called for a 30 day comment period seeking public input on the idea of a designated repository for personal items. Share your opinion with Historical Preservation Officer Roze Berens. E-mail Roze at rozeberens@yahoo.com or call her at the Heritage Center at 218-753-6017. Feedback will be accepted until July 31, when Roze will share her findings with the Elders who will then make a recommendation to the RTC.

The RTC has negotiated propane pricing with Ferrell Gas and Como Oil & Propane for delivery or propane for the 2008-2009 heating season. Click here to learn more about the Ferrell Gas contract. Click this link for information on the Como Oil & Propane agreement.

New Powerain job posting for an In House Customer Service Technician. See Job Postings in upper right corner of this page.

Prescription refill reminder: The Bois Forte Pharmacy staff reminds Band members to call 24 hours in advance for medication refills. Please have the name and RX number from the top left hand corner of your medicine label available when you call. Refills can be ordered up to three days before due date. Clinic phone number is (218)757-3650 or 1-800-223-1041.

Election Judge Training: Take Action Minnesota and Native Vote Alliance Minnesota are sponsoring Election Judge Training at Grand Casino Mille Lacs from 1:00- 3:00 PM July 23.  Click here for more information.

Executive Director needed for NATIVE VOTE ALLIANCE The Minnesota Native Vote Alliance is looking to hire an Executive Director. Click here for more information.

View the Biomass Project preliminary report, which was presented at the Community Meeting on Tuesday, June 24, 2008.
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Child Care Enrollment at the Nett Lake School on Wednesday, July 30 from 9:00 AM to 3:30  PM.  Click here for more information or call 218-757-3265.

2008 Bois Forte Hunting Seasons
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2008 Election

• View Special Election Calendar 2008

Election Results for the April 1st, 2008 Primary

• 2008 Bois Forte Election Results
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Bois Forte Mission Statement

The Bois Forte Band will use all available resources to promote the well-being of its members.

The Band will prepare for the future by being a wise steward of our resources and by preserving our sovereignty, cultural identity, and heritage.

The Band believes that its relationships with members must be characterized by honesty, integrity, and accountability; and adherence to these values will strengthen the Band, enhance its stature, and ensure its future.

Located on the shores of beautiful Lake Vermilion and on the grounds of Fortune Bay Resort, Casino & Golf Course. We are dedicated to telling the Bois Forte Ojibwe story-as our name-Atisokanigamig or LEGEND HOUSE tells.