Ice roads bring winter freedom for northern families

The seasonal winter ice road lets families from nearby First Nations travel south for bingo events, hockey tournaments and to access Moosonee's railway for groceries, household goods and larger purchases.

This is the time of year when major bingo events take place across northern communities. Families from nearby First Nations travel to visit relatives. Hockey tournaments also bring people together for shared events. The seasonal winter ice road gives many families access to southern communities and to Moosonee's railway network to gather food, household goods and other necessities more affordably. It is also the time some people search for vehicles, snowmachines, ATVs or other large equipment down south to transport north. Known details: - Major bingo events occur and families travel to visit relatives. - Hockey tournaments bring people together for sport and social gathering. - The winter ice road provides access to southern communities and the Moosonee railway network. - Families use the route to gather food, household goods and other necessities at more affordable prices. - Individuals look for vehicles, snowmachines, ATVs and other large equipment down south to bring north. Summary: The ice road supports travel, community events and seasonal shopping that connect northern families with southern services and transport links. Undetermined at this time.