Oxford House is a remote community located in the northeast region of Manitoba as the geographical area is occupied by the Bunibonibee Cree Nation. The community is located on the banks of the Hayes River and has a rich history, the place being a Hudson Bay Company’s fort in the eighteenth century. As of now, the people in the community are land-based in the sense that activities like fishing, hunting as well as trapping remain relevant to the people there.
Known for its unspoiled natural environment, Oxford House offers access to the expanse of wilderness in the northern region of Manitoba. The region is air accessible and by a winter road, hence somewhat remote but rather very self-sustaining. Oxford House is more “progressive” about education, health, and community services which is why there are schools and hospitals. The families take pride in their ethnicity living the culture and the language even in the household.
Activities that are designed for fun and enjoyment can be carried out physically in Oxford House since it is amazing in beauty, particularly to people looking forward to excitement in the dessert. The rivers and the forests surrounding it give it an appealing advantage for activities such as fishing, canoeing, and watching some of the wildlife, which encourages people who appreciate nature and native cultures.