Service agreements between municipalities and First Nations establish arrangements for shared services across jurisdictional boundaries. Since reserve lands are federal jurisdiction and municipalities can't directly provide services there, agreements formalize arrangements like municipal water supply to reserves, fire protection services, access to recreation facilities, or waste management. Agreements specify service levels, costs, payment terms, and dispute resolution. Some are straightforward fee-for-service arrangements while others involve more complex partnerships. Service agreements help both communities access services efficiently while respecting jurisdictional boundaries. Good agreements build positive relationships between neighbouring Indigenous and municipal governments.