Lots of new economic development is happening in the nation of Mosquito Grizzly Bear’s Head, Lean Man, a reserve located near North Battleford, Sask.

A grand opening for a new fire hall was held on Monday afternoon. The chief of MGBHLM says the need for a hall comes after a hot summer where lots of fires broke out in and around homes. The fire hall is 100 per cent funded by Indigenous Services Canada.

The First Nations reserve also introduced a new skate park to the community earlier last month. Spanning 2,000 square feet, the pump track is claimed to be the biggest in Saskatchewan. The track was built to keep kids entertained after school. It cost a little more than $550,000, which was contributed by businesses in the area.

MGBHLM is also hoping to relocate the Gold Eagle Casino in Nor

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