Created in 1981, the Québec Native Paralegal Services is a non-profit, apolitical organization that was established following negotiations between the various Aboriginal Nations and the Department of Justice agency. This organization is comprised of ten nations and provincial associations who sit on its board.
Discover unique experiences in the Cree Nation of Waskaganish Visit us and share our Cree culture, traditions, experience,and knowledge of the territory and its natural surroundings. People of WaskaganishVisit WaskaganishDiscover unique experiences in the Cree Nation of Waskaganish and see the land through the eyes of the Crees; Visit us and share our Cree culture, traditions, experience, and knowledge of the territory and its natural surroundings. More InformationHistory of WaskaganishOur community has a rich culture and heritage, being the oldest Cree community in the James Bay and an important historical site for the Cree Nation and Quebec.
Eastmain is located on the east coast of James Bay, on the south shore of the Eastmain River. The territory of Eastmain, designated as Category 1 land, is comprised of 489.53 square kilometres. The town itself has about 8 kilometres of, now paved, roads and is accessible year round by a gravel access road and via Air Creebec. Eastmain 2004Eastmain is one of the nine communities that make up the Cree Nation; one of four Cree communities that are located on the eastern shore of James Bay. The Cree Nation is the largest group in the Algonkian language family in Canada. The Cree Nation is almost equally divided between the provinces of Ontario and Quebec. Approximately 13,000 Crees live in Northern Ontario and nearly 16,000 Crees live in Northern Quebec. All occupy the vast area around James Bay.