NIISAACHEWAN ANISHINAABE NATION
We are exercising our inherent right to protect our land, the water, our traditions, and to practice self governance. Niisaachewan Anishinaabe Nation has been in this area since time immemorial. Our people… our path… our way!
Latest Coronavirus News
Niisaachewan Community Access Updates – July 6, 2020
The community gate will be open 7 days a week MONDAY - SUNDAY from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.Band members and Non band members are welcome to visit their family. Please remember to stay within your “BUBBLE” and within your family grouping as recommended.The maximum allowed...
Niisaachewan Community Access Updates – June 29, 2020
Effective June 29, 2020 the community will be at Level 1. This will continue to be reviewed on a weekly basis. What does this mean? Gate will be open 7 days a week from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.Children are allowed to leave the community at their parent's discretion. We do...
Niisaachewan Community Access Updates – 6/16/2020
Effective today June 16, 2020 @ 7:00 a.m. The community will be in a Level 1 with Level 2 restrictions. This will be reviewed on a weekly basis. What does this mean? Essential shopping day will be Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m....
Urgent Community Notice
Be advised there are 2 confirmed Covid-19 cases in the Kenora and 1 confirmed case in Wabaseemoong. The health, well-being, safety, and security of Niisaachewan Anishinaabe Nation and its members are critically important. Chief and Council have enforced measures to...
Band Office & Community Checkpoint Updates
Band Office remains open and operating during the hours of 9am – 3pm Monday – Thursday with limited staff. Meals on Wheels every Wednesday – pick up at band office, front door with social distancing.Emergency Pandemic Assistance is available for June 2020. All...
Latest News
Niisaachewan Community Access Updates – July 6, 2020
The community gate will be open 7 days a week MONDAY - SUNDAY from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.Band members and Non band members are welcome to visit their family. Please remember to stay within your “BUBBLE” and within your family grouping as recommended.The maximum allowed...
Social Media Contest – Win A Custom NAN Hoodie
To keep our members connected and increase communication, we are holding an online contest. The contest is open to Niisaachewan Band Members & Community Members. 6 CHANCES TO WIN A CUSTOM NAN HOODIE The contest closes on Sunday July 5th 2020 @ 11:59am. The draw...
Niisaachewan Community Access Updates – June 29, 2020
Effective June 29, 2020 the community will be at Level 1. This will continue to be reviewed on a weekly basis. What does this mean? Gate will be open 7 days a week from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.Children are allowed to leave the community at their parent's discretion. We do...
Niisaachewan 2020 Election Results
Thanks to a massive effort by the many security and support/volunteer personnel, Niisaachewan Anishinaabe Nation successfully held the 2020 Band Election. Please see below the photo of the election board results. The successful candidates are: Lorraine Cobiness -...
Niisaachewan 2020 Election Voting Procedure
Please download the attached PDF file that outlines the voting procedure for today's Chief and Council election. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU STUDY THE DIAGRAM at the bottom of the PDF file.
Gate Information for Community Members
The gate is open for community members today from 7:00 am. to 9:00 pm. The Polls are open from 9:00 am. to 4:00 pm. If you leave the community it is not recommended to return until after the polls have closed at 4:00 pm or you could be in queue at the line up. Non...
2020 Band Election – Updated Candidate List
The updated candidate list for the Niisaachewan 2020 Band Election is available for download from the Band Member Area. This list includes people who have withdrawn, as well as the nominators and seconders for each candidate.
Niisaachewan 2020 Election Candidate List
The full Candidate List for the 2020 Band Elections for Niisaachewan Anishinaabe Nation is available to download as a PDF on the Band Member Area.
NAN Statement on Gay Pride
Niisaachewan Anishinaabe Nation's Chief and Council are committed to the recognition of our community members who are lesbian / gay / bi-sexual / transgender / 2-spirit / questioning, and are dedicated to creating a positive and non-judgmental environment where they...
Niisaachewan 2020 Election Documents Available for Download Now!
Band Members can now access the election information sheet, nomination form, and declaration of trust in the secure login area on Niisaachewan's website here: https://www.niisaachewan.ca/band-member-area/ Forgot Username or Password? If you are having problems logging...
