The evacuation order for Pimicikamak Cree Nation has officially been lifted.
Chief David Monias announced on Sunday that families could begin returning home starting Monday.
"Fire crews have made steady progress in containing the wildfire near Pimicikamak thanks to aerial and ground suppression efforts, including water bombers and helicopters," said Chief David Monias in a video posted on Facebook. "While smoke is still visible, there is no direct threat to the community."
Essential services headed home on Sunday, and officials in the community are now working on preparing logistics for planes and buses to help get evacuees home. Residents with vehicles can begin making their way back today.
"The risk is not fully eliminated, but firefighters will remain on the ground, and response teams are actively monitoring hot spots."
According to the chief, nearly 8,000 evacuees from the community had been spread out across Winnipeg, Dauphin, Brandon, Thompson, and Niagara Falls.
As of Saturday, the fire burning closest to the community had grown to just under 2,300 hectares and was being held. However, the area received significant rainfall over the weekend.
"Prayers have been answered. It rained really hard here on Sunday," said Monias. "It will take a while to get everyone home, but we will get them there."
Pimicikamak Cree Nation residents have been out of their community since the end of May.