A joint statement circulated on March 26th by Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation outlines the importance of a collaboration between a unified Algonquin team and the Ottawa Sens that is expected to have significant local impact, saying:
“After many years of talks and negotiations, real progress is being made on one of the biggest partnerships every created.
“These achievements are the result of years of negotiation, by a unified Algonquin negotiation team led by the Chiefs and Councillors of Pikwàkanagàn and the Algonquin First Nations in present day Quebec. Such a partnership with a professional hockey team could be the first of its kind for any First Nation in Canada.
“These business ventures are expected to provide significant revenue for Pikwàkanagàn as we develop those land parcels and link them to the Ottawa Sens business franchise. That revenue is forecasted to be substantial, ongoing and will provide much needed financial support for our own Algonquin self-determination and self-sufficiency.”
Here is the full text of the joint News Release:
“The Algonquin Anishinabe Nation and Senators Sports & Entertainment are pleased to announce they are working toward establishing a long-term economic partnership together based on a shared vision for lands at LeBreton Flats, consistent with the Lebreton Flats Master Concept Plan.
“Through ongoing discussions, both parties have identified a strong alignment in their commitment to creating Ottawa–Gatineau’s next great gathering place – one that recognizes and honours the deep cultural and historical significance of these lands to the Algonquin Anishinabe Nation.
“This collaboration reflects a shared desire to bring communities together while respecting the history, identity, and future of the land. The Algonquin Anishinabe Nation and Capital Sports Development Inc. / Senators Sports & Entertainment look forward to continuing these conversations and building on this important relationship as plans for the site evolve.
“The Algonquin Anishinabe Nation is comprised of the following 11 Algonquin Anishinabe First Nation communities from both sides of the Kichi Sibi (Ottawa River): Kitigan Zibi, Pikwàkanagàn, Abitibiwinni, Apitipi Anicinapek, Barriere Lake, Kebaowek, Kitcisakik, Lac Simon, Long Point, Timiskaming and Wolf Lake.
Further details on the partnership will be shared once a Memorandum of Understanding has been finalized.”
Robinson,K.,Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation(2026,Mar.26) Algonquin Anishinabe Nation and Senators Sports & Entertainment Joint Statement [media release]