Chisasibi Eeyou Resource and Research Institute

09/25/2026

Reminder we are open at the greenhouse behind the Mitchwap from 5 to 6 pm today and all weekdays.

09/23/2026

🌱 **CERRI Greenhouse Produce Sales — Today and Every Weekday!** 🍅🥒

A reminder that we’ll be open **today from 5:00–6:00 PM**, and **every weekday from 5:00–6:00 PM**, selling fresh produce grown right here in Chisasibi.

🥒 **Cucumbers — $1 each**
🍅 **Tomatoes — $8/kg**

Come by the CERRI greenhouse behind the Mitchwap and pick up some fresh, locally grown vegetables while supplies last.

**Fresh from our greenhouse to your table — grown right here in Chisasibi!**

09/22/2026

🍄 FREE TASTING TODAY IN CHISASIBI! 🥒

Come discover some of the delicious foods we can harvest and grow right here in Chisasibi!

CERRI and the Cree Health Board invite you to join us for an afternoon of local food, learning, and free samples.

📍 Where: Commercial Center

🕒 When: TODAY, 3:00–5:00 PM

Here's what we'll have for you:

🍄 Free tastings of Scaly Tooth and Matsutake mushrooms.

🔍 Learn how to recognize and identify these local mushrooms, and ask questions about mushroom harvesting.

🥒 Enjoy free samples of fresh cucumbers grown right here in Chisasibi from the CERRI greenhouse!

Come by, have a taste, and learn more about the local foods growing in our community.

Everyone is welcome! We hope to see you there! 🌿

09/08/2026

🥒🍅 FRESH FROM THE CERRI GREENHOUSE — GROWN RIGHT HERE IN CHISASIBI! 🍅🥒

Starting now, the CERRI Greenhouse will be open every weekday from 5:00–6:00 PM for fresh, locally grown produce.

🥒 Large cucumbers — $1 each
🍅 Fresh tomatoes — $8/kg

From what we've seen, these are the lowest prices in town — and you can't get much fresher than produce grown right here in Chisasibi!

🌱 Pick your own cucumber or tomatoes straight from the greenhouse, or let us pick them for you.

📍 CERRI Greenhouse
🕔 Every day | 5:00–6:00 PM

Come by, see what's growing, and take home some fresh Chisasibi-grown vegetables!

Please share and help us spread the word. 🌱🥒🍅

08/18/2026

🌊 Exploring Chisasibi’s Aquatic Environment

A recent CERRI marine biology field trip brought together boat travel, shoreline observations, youth participation, and the testing of an underwater drone.

The blog highlights how technology, teamwork, and hands-on field experience can support learning about our waters and aquatic environments.

🔗 Read the full blog here: https://www.cerri.ca/post/marine-biology-field-trip

Written by Randolph Martin, based on photographs shared by a youth assistant.

Exploring Water, Shorelines, and Underwater TechnologyWork Assignment Blog • Summer 2026Cover photo: Rocky shoreline and open water documented during the field trip.IntroductionDante asked me to prepare a blog about a marine biology field trip, and one of the youth assistants shared photographs fr...

08/17/2026

🤿 Celebrating Our Youth and Learning Through Technology

CERRI marked the final day of work for our youth summer employees with underwater-drone testing, hands-on learning, and an afternoon at the swimming pool.

It was a special way to recognize their contributions, strengthen teamwork, and end the summer employment program on a positive note before they returned to school.

🔗 Read the full blog here: https://www.cerri.ca/post/a-special-send-off-youth-celebration-and-underwater-drone-testing

Written and photographed by Randolph Martin, Summer Student Employment Program participant.

By Randolph MartinSummer Student Employment Program Participant(May 19, 2026 – August 18, 2026) CERRI / Cree Nation of Chisasibi (CNC) - Work Blog Chisasibi | August 2026IntroductionFriday was a special day for our team because it was the final day of work for the youth summer employees before the...

08/04/2026

🌱 New on the CERRI blog!

In his third farmland blog, Randolph Martin returns to the Chisasibi farmland to document the next stage of the project—from improving the sandy soil to preparing the field for seeding.

Learn more about the equipment, teamwork, safety, and land-based learning involved in building a stronger future for local food production.

🔗 Read the full blog here: https://www.cerri.ca/post/returning-to-the-chisasibi-farmland-preparing-the-field-for-seeding

Written and photographed by Randolph Martin.

RETURNING TO THE CHISASIBI FARMLANDPreparing the Field for SeedingReturning to the farmland to continue soil preparation, equipment training, and seeding work.Introduction: Returning to the FieldLearning About the Land Pride Seed DrillTeamwork, Communication, and SafetyUsing a Hand-Pushed SpreaderWh...

08/03/2026

🌱 New on the CERRI blog!

Learn how our team is improving the sandy soil at the Chisasibi farmland using seafood compost while gaining hands-on experience in equipment safety, teamwork, and northern agriculture.

Written and photographed by Randolph Martin.

🔗 Read the full blog here: https://www.cerri.ca/post/farming-and-agriculture-at-the-chisasibi-farmland

IntroductionFor my work assignment with CERRI and the Cree Nation of Chisasibi, I visited the Chisasibi farmland to document the agriculture project. The main goal of the work was to improve the sandy soil so that it can support stronger plant growth and more local food production for the community....

07/10/2026

🌱 Community Gardening Club Reminder! 🌱

Join us tomorrow (Saturday, July 11) from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the CERRI Greenhouse Centre (Geodesic Dome behind the Mitchwap).

We'll be working in the community gardens, caring for our plants, and growing together. Bring water, wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and bring gardening gloves if you have them.

🌿 New to the club? Sign up for our email list to receive weekly reminders, activity updates, and weather-related announcements: https://forms.gle/DNt9h9XcHmNx3WcL8

See you tomorrow!
https://www.cerri.ca/event-details-registration/cerri-community-gardening-club-2026-07-11-10-00

Join us every Saturday at the Geodesic Dome to learn, grow, and connect with your community. Whether you're an experienced gardener or completely new to growing food in the North, everyone is welcome to help build and maintain our community gardens.

07/02/2026

🏡 Community-Led Pathways for Affordable and Resilient Housing

What does affordable, resilient housing look like for northern communities?

Last week's workshop brought together community members, researchers, and partners to explore innovative housing solutions rooted in local knowledge and community priorities. From energy-efficient home design to prefabricated construction and healthier living environments, the discussions highlighted the importance of creating homes that are built for the North—and shaped by the people who call it home.

📖 Read the full blog here:

Safe, comfortable, and affordable housing is essential to the well-being of every community. In northern regions such as Chisasibi, however, many homes face ongoing challenges related to overcrowding, aging infrastructure, high energy costs, and the impacts of harsh weather. These conditions can con...