Public works & Housing

What We Do

Safe, reliable, and well-maintained housing for our community today & for generations to come.

safe & reliable
housing

Ensure all community members have access to safe, livable, well-maintained housing.

Preventative maintenance

We extend the life of our assets through proactive maintenance and a scheduled upkeep program.

development &
expansion

We plan and build for the future by increasing housing availability to meet community needs.

tenant relations & support

We uphold high standards with fair policies and offer support to tenants when challenges arise.

policy development & enforcement

We review and enforce housing policies fairly and ensure tenants understand their responsibilities.

can't find what you're looking for? we can help.

Our team is here to help & we are only an email away.

our services

We provide responsive, reliable & professional housing services to ensure safe, well-maintained homes for our community.

For EMERGENCIES related to heating, sewer, water main breaks, leaks or anything else emergency related please call 639.212.7467

regular maintenance on band owned units

Routine upkeep & maintenance to ensure units remain, safe, comfortable & in good condition.

emergency repairs (after hours)

Emergency repairs (plumbing, heating, electrical) available. For these services, call 639.212.7467

work order system for tenants

We use a work order system to report and track requests efficiently and effectively.

Annual inspection on 100% of units

Annual inspections on band owned units to maintain high standards & ensure tenant safety.

reduce health & safety hazards

Proactively identify & address potential hazards to create safe living environments.

track & document repairs

All repairs are tracked & documented using ASAP Housing Data Base for accuracy & accountability.

Our Purpose

The Public Works & Housing Department provides the essential services that help keep Beardy’s & Okemasis Cree Nation safe, functional, and growing. Through housing management, infrastructure maintenance, utility services, and community asset management, the department works to improve quality of life while protecting community resources for future generations. The department is committed to providing reliable services, maintaining safe housing, supporting tenants, and ensuring essential infrastructure continues to meet the needs of the community.

Housing

Providing safe, reliable, and well-maintained homes for community members.

Infrastructure

Maintaining the roads, facilities, equipment, and community assets that support daily life.

Planning & Mapping

Delivering water, septic, waste collection, and emergency maintenance services.

Stewardship

Planning for future housing & infrastructure needs while managing community assets.

office location

Housing & Public Works are located in the same office.

contact info

Housing & Public Works have the same phone number & receptionist.

reception

office hours

our crew

director of housing

Deidre Gamble

dgamble@beardysband.com

director of public works

Jason Cameron

jason.cameron@beardysband.com

Reception

Tanya Mike

tanya.mike@beardysband.com

tenant relations

Lory Pilon

lpilon@beardysband.com

Data Entry

Crystal Gamble

maintenance

Kenny Gardipy

custodian

leora falcon

water haul

Norris Gamble

water haul

clarence mike

garbage haul

earl peeteetuce

garbage haul

conway katcheech

Elite Plumbing
& HVAC

Nic Northey

Reception

Tanya Mike

Reception

Tanya Mike

Reception

Tanya Mike