Cree Tourism News and Updates from COTA/EIT

COTA Remembers Captain James Edward Georgekish
The Cree Outfitting and Tourism Association and Eeyou Istchee Tourism mourn the loss of our dear friend and colleague, Captain James Edward Georgekish, who many knew as "Cap." With his ever-present smile and quiet strength, Captain James was a steadfast and skillful guide who led by example, both...

COTA Launches 2025 Membership Intake
The Cree Outfitting and Tourism Association and Eeyou Istchee Tourism are delighted to share that we have launched our membership intake for the 2025-26 year. We invite new and returning members to complete their registration by March 31 to enjoy another full year of support, programming, and...

Société du Plan Nord – Financial Support for Northern Initiatives – Call for Projects Open Until March 19, 2025
The Société du Plan Nord (SPN) has announced a new Call for Projects for their Financial Support for Northern Initiatives program. The Program supports projects in the northern territory that promote: Community development; The development of the northern territory; Solutions derived from applied...

Looking Back on a Successful Year and Ahead to 2025: Discover our 2023-2024 Marketing Achievements for Eeyou Istchee Baie-James!
Eeyou Istchee Tourism (EIT) and Tourisme Baie-James (TBJ) are proud to present the 2023-2024 marketing report, which showcases the initiatives we implemented to promote the region and its...

Press Release: Second Annual Cree Knowledge Festival Invites Everyone to Experience and Celebrate Cree Culture This December 6 and 7
Cree Nation of Oujé-Bougoumou, Québec, November 15, 2024 -- Following the incredible success of the first Cree Knowledge Festival last year, the Cree Outfitting and Tourism Association (COTA), Cree Native Arts and Crafts Association (CNACA) and Cree Trappers’ Association (CTA) are delighted to...