D2A Chiminising Community

05/29/2026

MLB Constitution Reform Delegation Community Engagement Meeting — District IIa
The Mille Lacs Band Constitution Reform Delegation invites Band members to attend an upcoming community engagement meeting to help begin the drafting process for a Band-specific constitution that reflects the priorities, values, and voices of Mille Lacs Band members today.
A draft constitution was first developed in 2010 following extensive work and input from Band members. Delegates are now using that work as a starting point while gathering new feedback from communities across the districts and the Urban Area.
Through community engagement meetings, drafting sessions, and surveys, Band members are encouraged to share their ideas about what should be included in a future Mille Lacs Band constitution. Youth participation is also being encouraged to help ensure the voices of future generations are part of the process.
Band members can participate by attending meetings, completing surveys, or speaking directly with a delegate. Your voice matters in helping shape the future of Band governance and sovereignty.
📍 District IIa Community Engagement Meeting
Chiminising Community Center
2605 Chiminising Drive Isle, Mn
📅 Monday, June 1, 2026
🕙 Meeting: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
🍳 Lunch: 12 p.m.

05/29/2026

05/26/2026

Applications are now open for the second cohort of the Emerging Native Language Leaders Fellowship, presented by the National Indian Education Association (NIEA) with support from The Henry Luce Foundation and the Vadon Foundation.

This fellowship supports emerging Native language leaders who are helping strengthen, revitalize, and carry forward Native languages within their Tribal Nations and Native communities.

Throughout the fellowship year, participants will engage in mentorship, professional development, peer connection, and collaborative learning with Native language advocates from across the country.

Fellows will receive:
• $7,500 upon successful completion of the fellowship
• Sponsored travel to an in-person fellowship session and the NIEA Convention
• One-year NIEA membership
• A laptop for fellowship participation

If you are currently involved in Native language work within your community, Tribe, school, or organization, we encourage you to apply and share this opportunity with others.

📅 Application Deadline: Friday, May 29, 2026

Apply here: https://www.niea.org/emerging-native-language-leaders-fellowship

05/26/2026

Logo design made by our very own D2 community member Nathan Peet.

📣 📆 Mark your calendar! An extremely limited drop is coming on June 4 to Grand Casino Mille Lacs and Grand Casino Hinckley gift shops. 💙

In collaboration with the Minnesota Wild, Grand Casino MN is releasing an exclusive sweatshirt in honor of Native American Heritage Night. Available while supplies last — no restocks and no online release. ✨

We’re proud to stand alongside the Minnesota Wild in a partnership that reflects the strength of tribal enterprises and Grand Casino’s continued investment in Minnesota’s future. Together, we’re celebrating culture, community, and impact both on and off the ice. 👏

05/16/2026

📣 MLB Constitution Reform Delegation Community Engagement Meeting — District I

The Mille Lacs Band Constitution Reform Delegation invites Band members to attend an upcoming community engagement meeting to help begin the drafting process for a Band-specific constitution that reflects the priorities, values, and voices of Mille Lacs Band members today.

A draft constitution was first developed in 2010 following extensive work and input from Band members. Delegates are now using that work as a starting point while gathering new feedback from communities across the districts and the Urban Area.

Through community engagement meetings, drafting sessions, and surveys, Band members are encouraged to share their ideas about what should be included in a future Mille Lacs Band constitution. Youth participation is also being encouraged to help ensure the voices of future generations are part of the process.

Band members can participate by attending meetings, completing surveys, or speaking directly with a delegate. Your voice matters in helping shape the future of Band governance and sovereignty.

📍 District I Community Engagement Meeting
Baadwewidang Center (Old Community Center)
45300 Virgo Road, Onamia
📅 Monday, May 18, 2026
🍳 Breakfast: 9 a.m.
🕙 Meeting: 10 a.m.

05/07/2026

!!ATTENTION D2A ELDERS!!

There is walleye available for pick up at the community center.

~WHILE SUPPLIES LAST~

05/04/2026

❤️ 5th Annual MMIR Awareness Event ❤️

More than a name. A whole life. Join us as we stand together to honor Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives and bring awareness to an issue that continues to affect Native communities across the country.

📅 Monday, May 4, 2026
🕦 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
📍 Miskwaanakwadookwe Community Center
18458 Minobimaadizi Loop
Onamia, MN

This year’s gathering will include:
• Guest speakers
• Informational tables
• MMIR awareness T-shirts
• Lunch provided

Community members are encouraged to attend, learn, and stand in solidarity as we honor those who are missing, those whose lives were taken, and the families who continue to seek justice.
Hosted by the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Health and Human Services – Victim Services.

🔴 Wear red. Stand together. Remember their names.

📞 For more information, contact Victim Services at 320-532-7793.

04/30/2026

Aaniin, with funding from the Mille Lacs Band Community Foundation we are honored to announce the Gidinwewininaan Foundation’s Mille Lacs Band Summer Youth Fellowships that go June 1, 2026 - August 31, 2026.

Mille Lacs Band Member or Descendant, age 16-24 with a strong independent motivation.

Applications and Nominations will be accepted 8a May 1 - 7pm May 15.

To use QR Code: save photo to your phone, open your photo gallery, choose the picture, hold QR Code and click open with browser.

Miigwech

04/23/2026

🚛Holiday Garbage Schedule Reminder

Due to the Art Garbow Day holiday on Monday, April 27, 2026, Public Works will not collect garbage on Monday in honor of Art Gahbow Day.

🗑 Monday routes will be picked up on Tuesday.

All remaining garbage routes will stay on their regular schedule.

📣Reminder: Please do not place fish guts in garbage cans.
Use the MLBO DNR fish disposal sites for proper disposal.

Miigwech for helping keep our communities clean.

04/22/2026

🐾 Spring Pet Clinic – Meshakwad Community (District III)

BIG NEWS for Meshakwad Community Center. The pet clinic this weekend will feature two full days of wellness exams on Friday and Saturday this weekend. Also, a half-day wellness clinic on Sunday.

Wellness exams are walk-in only on a first-come, first-served basis, with preference given to Elders. All Mille Lacs Band community members are welcome at these clinics regardless of which district they reside in.

All surgery spots are full.

📅 Clinic Schedule
Friday, April 24
• 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Wellness exams only
Saturday, April 25
• 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Wellness exams only
Sunday, April 26
• 9 a.m. surgery check-in
• 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. wellness exams

04/15/2026

Bi-wiidoopamishinaang Elder Event

Grand Casino Mille Lacs Events & Convention Center
Thursday, April 30 | 10:30 a.m.

Please RSVP by Tuesday, April 28, to Jaeden King
Leave a message at 320-674-0367
Or email her at [email protected]

We hope to see you there!

This gathering is reserved for Mille Lacs Band Elders.
Miigwech for understanding and helping us honor this space.