June 26, 2025 OHSWEKEN, ON – The Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council (SNGREC) has declared a State of Emergency effective June 19, 2025, because of unprecedented rainfall and subsequent community flooding that occurred on June 18, 2025.  

The declaration allowed the Six Nations of the Grand River Emergency Control Group (ECG) to assess the immediate damage and deploy resources to mitigate any further impact. This will also allow the ECG to monitor and respond appropriately to any potential weather events.

 We encourage all community members who have experienced damage or need assistance to contact the Crisis Line at (519) 445-2204 (24/7) with the following information: 

• Description of the impact on your property/home. 
• Are you connected to the public wastewater system or a private system. 
• Do you have homeowner’s insurance. 
• Are you currently involved with any community services. 

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Media Contact Information: STATE OF EMERGENCY DECLARED BY SIX NATIONS OF THE GRAND RIVER
Caitlin Court, Emergency Information Officer P: (519) 751-6148
1695 Chiefswood Road, P.O. Box 5000, Ohsweken Ontario N0A 1M0