Bay St. George South • Newfoundland and Labrador

Community. Culture. Care.

Three Rivers Mi’kmaq Band Inc. provides health, social, cultural, economic, and community support services for the people of Bay St. George South — from Fischells River to the Highlands.

Contact the Band Office Food Bank & Community Supports

About Us

Serving Bay St. George South

Three Rivers Mi’kmaq Band Inc. is a not-for-profit Indigenous community service provider incorporated in March 2020. Our community includes Fischells River, Heatherton, Robinsons, Cartyville, McKay’s, Jeffrey’s, St. David’s, St. Fintan’s, Lochleven, and the Highlands.

Our mandate is to provide services that support the health, social, cultural, and economic betterment of citizens in Bay St. George South. We work to support community wellness, access to services, food security, employment, education, cultural preservation, emergency preparedness, and long-term community development.

As an Indigenous organization, we support all our families. Our work is status-blind and community-based, focused on helping people access practical supports and build a stronger future together.

Our mission is to improve the social fabric of our community and develop services, employment, and community wellbeing that are self-sustaining and independent.

Our Communities

Fischells River, Heatherton, Robinsons, Cartyville, McKay’s, Jeffrey’s, St. David’s, St. Fintan’s, Lochleven, and the Highlands.

Our Priorities

Food security and community wellness
Housing and emergency supports
Cultural preservation and Mi’kmaq identity
Employment, training, and economic development
Emergency preparedness

Chief Margaret “Peggy” White

Chief Margaret White is the Chief and CEO of Three Rivers Mi’kmaq Band Inc. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice, a Juris Doctor from Dalhousie Law School, and a Master of Laws from the University of Arizona specializing in Indigenous Peoples Law and Policy. Her work has included service with the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Mi’kmaq Legal Support Services, and Kwilmu’kw Maw-Klusuaqn Negotiation Office. Chief White is dedicated to the people and communities of Newfoundland.

What’s New

Current Projects & Upcoming Events

The Band is building practical, community-driven projects that address urgent needs while creating hope, employment, and long-term capacity.

Wildfire and Emergency Preparedness Meeting poster

Upcoming Event

Wildfire & Emergency Preparedness Meeting

Join Three Rivers Mi’kmaq Band and community partners to learn practical steps for protecting your home, family, and community. The meeting will focus on wildfire awareness, FireSmart preparedness, and emergency planning for Bay St. George South.

DateJune 2

Time6–8 PM

LocationThree Rivers Lion’s Club

$250 prize draw plus multiple other prizes. In partnership with Red Cross, Bay St. George South Fire Department, and FireSmart Newfoundland.

New Band Office

A new community service space to support administration, outreach, programs, food security, and access to services.

Food Bank & Food Hub

Non-judgmental food support for community members, with plans to expand community meals and food security programming.

FireSmart & Emergency Preparedness

Wildfire risk assessment, brush clearing, emergency planning, public education, and coordination with local emergency partners.

Housing Supports

Developing safe, supportive housing options and wraparound services for families, seniors, and people at risk of homelessness.

Agriculture & Food Sovereignty

Planning local food-growing initiatives, gardens, greenhouses, workshops, and long-term food sovereignty projects.

Community Outreach

Building participation through workshops, cultural activities, volunteer opportunities, and practical supports for rural residents.

Children and community members using a colourful parachute in a school gym

Three Rivers Mi’kmaq Band was pleased to support E. A. Butler All Grade with sports equipment, including this parachute and a referee chair.

Band Council

Leadership & Service

Council members are listed here with space for photos and biographies as they become available.

Denise McInnisCouncil Member

Paul MorrisCouncil Member

Kevin MacDonaldCouncil Member

Ron McIsaacCouncil Member

Troy GilbertCouncil Member

Food Bank

No judgment. No questions. Just community.

The Three Rivers Mi’kmaq Band Food Bank and Food Hub helps local individuals and families access basic food and essential supports in a respectful, welcoming, and confidential way.

Community Support

Food support for people facing hardship, transportation barriers, high food costs, or emergency need.

Donations Welcome

Community members, businesses, and partners can help by donating food, supplies, or financial support.

Volunteer With Us

Help sort food, prepare hampers, support events, or assist with community outreach.

Food Bank Donations by Direct Deposit

Financial donations to support the Food Bank can be sent by direct deposit or e-transfer to threeriversindianband@gmail.com.

Donate or Volunteer Need Food Support?

Assistance

Forms & Helpful Links

Use these links as a starting point for common applications. If you need help completing forms, contact the Band office.

Status, Registration & SCIS

Qalipu Forms All current forms SCIS Application Secure Certificate of Indian Status Change of Address Member information update Adult Registration Registration and SCIS

Health, Education & Training

NIHB Reimbursement Client reimbursement Medical Travel Transportation reimbursement Indspire Education funding Visit Qalipu Programs and services

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Need help?
Call or email the Band office. We can help community members understand what forms may be needed and where to start.

Emergency Preparedness

Plan Ahead. Stay Connected.

Emergency preparedness helps families, seniors, people with disabilities, and rural residents stay safer during wildfires, storms, floods, power outages, and other emergencies.

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In an immediate emergency, call 911.
This page provides preparedness information and links. It does not replace emergency services.

Emergency Bags

Home emergency kit
Vehicle survival bag
Medication and documents
Water, flashlight, radio, batteries

My Support Network

Create a list of trusted people who can help during an emergency, especially for seniors, people with disabilities, and anyone needing transportation or check-ins.