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Our mission

Our mission is to maintain peace, order, and public security, to prevent and repress crime and offences under the law and Cree communities by-laws throughout Eeyou Istchee. In pursuing our mission, the EEPF and its members ensure the safety of persons and property, safeguard rights and freedoms, as well as respect and remain attentive to the needs of victims. We partner strategically with key stakeholders to uphold the highest level of public security and social wellness for our people throughout the territory.

Our vision

Our vision as an Indigenous police force is to preserve and strengthen our deep connection to our roots while embracing a forward-looking approach. Proud of our origins, we are committed to providing professional policing services throughout Eeyou Istchee in partnership with the communities we serve. With a focus on the future, we continuously strive to adopt and implement best policing practices. We envision safe and thriving communities where trust and collaboration between law enforcement and the people we serve are paramount.

Our values

Our organization and our employees embrace the following core values to best serve our communities. These values define our commitment and guide our actions and interactions, ensuring that we uphold the highest standards of service. They are:

Professionalism

Highest standard of conduct in the workplace

Integrity

Honesty and high moral principles

Respect

Consideration and appreciation of others

Accountability

Obligation to justify actions

History of the police department

The Eeyou-Eenou Police Force (EEPF) is established by virtue of Section 19 of James Bay and Northern Québec Agreement (JBNQA).

Originally, each Cree community had its own local police force.

2011Grand opening of
EEPF Regional Headquarters
Swearing-in ceremony
of Director Reggie Bobbish
2011
Opening of EEPF’s
new Mistissini detachment
2017
Swearing-in ceremony
of Director David Bergeron
2018
2019Opening of EEPF’s new
Waskaganish detachment
Swearing-in ceremony
of current Director
Shannon Nakogee
2022
Opening of EEPF’s
Call Dispatch Center
2022
Opening of EEPF’s new
Ouje-Bougoumou detachment
2024

Community engagement

Organizational structure and leadership

The Eeyou Eenou Police Force (EEPF) is led by a dedicated leadership team that works closely with Cree communities to ensure safe, respectful, and culturally grounded policing across Eeyou Istchee.

EEPF – Organizational structure and leadership

Leadership team

Portrait of Shannon Nakogee

Shannon Nakogee

Police Director

Leading the EEPF into a new era of innovation, wellness, and community-centred policing.

Shannon Nakogee

Police Director

Shannon Nakogee brings over 18 years of dedicated service in law enforcement to his role as the Police Director of the Eeyou Eenou Police Force. He is committed to guiding EEPF through a new era of innovation and inclusion, with a strong focus on officer wellness, professional development, community engagement, and technology to improve response times and transparency. His vision is a police force that not only protects but also empowers, working hand in hand with Cree communities to build safer, stronger futures for every member.

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Bradley Mianscum

Deputy Director of Operations

Over three decades of service and operational leadership across Eeyou Istchee.

Bradley Mianscum

Deputy Director of Operations

Deputy Director Bradley Mianscum brings over three decades of dedicated police service and proven leadership to the organization. From his early years in patrol and criminal investigations to his experience as a detachment commander, his extensive background and steady leadership continue to strengthen the EEPF and uphold the highest standards of policing across the region.

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Audrey Anna Icebound

Inspector of Administration

Ensuring that systems, resources, and processes support frontline policing and long-term planning.

Audrey Anna Icebound

Inspector of Administration

Inspector Audrey Anna Icebound oversees the administrative functions and internal processes that support frontline policing, training, and strategic planning. Her role ensures that the organization’s resources and systems are aligned with its mission, values, and the needs of Cree communities.

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Randy Kitchen

Inspector of Investigations

Leading complex investigations and supporting detachments with major files.

Randy Kitchen

Inspector of Investigations

Inspector Randy Kitchen leads major investigations and supports detachments with complex files, ensuring best practices in evidence gathering, investigative techniques, and case management across the EEPF.

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Robie Petawabano

Captain

Providing operational leadership and coordination across EEPF detachments.

Robie Petawabano

Captain

Captain Robie Petawabano provides operational leadership and coordination between detachments, supporting supervisors and frontline officers in day-to-day policing. He plays a key role in aligning local operations with EEPF’s strategic priorities.

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Steven Boudrias

Captain

Supporting frontline supervisors and ensuring consistent service delivery across communities.

Steven Boudrias

Captain

Captain Steven Boudrias combines his experience as a community Lieutenant with a broader leadership role supporting detachments. He works closely with local leadership and officers to support operations, mentoring, and continuous improvement in service to the Cree communities.

Detachment commanders

Each community detachment is led by a Lieutenant who works closely with local leadership, organizations, and residents to address priorities and maintain public safety across Eeyou Istchee.

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Gabriel Masty
Lieutenant
Whapmagoostui
Phone: 819-929-3748

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Gordon Snowboy
Lieutenant
Chisasibi
Phone: 819-855-3499

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Calvin Hester
Lieutenant
Wemindji
Phone: 819-978-3655

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Randy Tomatuk
Lieutenant
Eastmain
Phone: 819-977-0213

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Joe Saganash
Lieutenant
Waskaganish
Phone: 819-895-2029

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Claude Coonishish
Lieutenant
Nemaska
Phone: 819-673-2508

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Gideon Iserhoff
Lieutenant
Mistissini
Phone: 418-923-3313

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Robert Mianscum
Lieutenant
Ouje-Bougoumou
Phone: 418-745-4060

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Michael Blacksmith
Lieutenant
Waswanipi
Phone: 819-753-2545

WHAPMAGOOSTUI
In case of emergency
819-929-3700
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30pm, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Steven Boudrias
819-929-3748
CHISASIBI
In case of emergency
819-855-2882
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30pm, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Gordon Snowboy
819-855-3499
WEMINDJI
In case of emergency
819-978-0320
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30pm, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Calvin Hester
819-978-3655
EASTMAIN
In case of emergency
819-977-2911
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30pm, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Randy Tomatuk
819-977-0213
NEMASKA
In case of emergency
819-673-2506
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30pm, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Claude Coonishish
819-673-2508
WASKAGANISH
In case of emergency
819-895-8961
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30pm, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Joe Saganash
819-895-2029
OUJE-BOUGOUMOU
In case of emergency
418-745-2573
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30pm, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Robert Mianscum
418-745-4060
MISTISSINI
In case of emergency
418-923-3278
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30pm, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Gideon Iserhoff
418-923-3317
WASWANIPI
In case of emergency
819-753-2553
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30pm, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Michael Blacksmith
418-923-3317

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Whapmagoostui
(819) 929-3700
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Steven Boudrias
(819) 929-3748

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Mistissini
418 923-3278
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Gideon Iserhoff
(418) 923-3317

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Chisasibi
(819) 855-2882
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Gordon Snowboy
(819) 855-3499

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Wemindji
(819) 978-0320
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Calvin Hester
(819) 978-3655

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Eastmain
(819) 977-2911
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Randy Tomatuk
(819) 977-0213

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Nemaska
(819) 673-2506
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Claude Coonishish
(819) 673-2508

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Waskaganish
(819) 895-8961
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Joe Saganash
(819) 895-2029

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Ouje-Bougoumou
(418) 745-2573
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Robert Mianscum
(418) 745-4060

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Waswanipi
819-753-2553
Request Info

For general inquiries, call your local detachment during regular business hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 4:30, and Friday from 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Lieutenant
Gideon Iserhoff
(418) 923-3317