September 15, 2020 - 5:13 pm | COVID-19 Coronavirus, News
A confirmed case of COVID-19 has put Sagkeeng First Nation into lockdown. Chief Derrick Henderson said the First Nation’s council was told Monday night that a member of the community, about 100 kilometres northeast of Winnipeg, had tested...
September 12, 2020 - 2:45 am | News, Political
Ogichidaa Francis Kavanaugh and Grand Council Treaty #3 feel honoured to announce the creation of an LGBTQ2S Council as an integral part of the governance structure of the Anishinaabe Nation in Treaty #3. The Anishinaabe Nation in Treaty #3 is governed by its Four...
September 12, 2020 - 2:37 am | News
On the evening of Sunday, September 6th, 2020 during the last day of One-Man Lake Walleye Classic in Wabaseemoong First Nation, three vessels failed to report to weigh in. One vessel was able to make its way back and the fishermen reported that the other 2 vessels...
September 9, 2020 - 7:48 pm | News
We are participating in a Flood Vulnerability Study that will determine the impacts of future flooding within Niisaachewan Anishinaabe Nation and the Treaty #3 territory, map out potentially vulnerable areas, and build capacity in our community. Grand Council Treaty...
August 25, 2020 - 1:46 pm | Environmental, News
I am pleased to announce the call for funding applications to the Canada Ontario Resource Development Agreement (CORDA) program for 2021-2022. CORDA supports a variety of natural resource management projects such as fishing, forestry, trapping, resource-based tourism,...
August 25, 2020 - 1:33 pm | News
The federal government is extending the Canada emergency response benefit (CERB) by one more month and revamping the employment insurance program to allow more people to receive financial assistance during COVID-19. The suite of benefit reforms, aimed at helping...
August 25, 2020 - 12:35 pm | News
On August 24, 2020 Ogichidaa Francis Kavanaugh delivered a cheque for $12,000 to the Kenora Fellowship Center. The sum was raised earlier this summer when Ogichidaa Kavanaugh shaved his head as part of a fundraising campaign. The sum exceeded the original goal of...
August 21, 2020 - 6:35 pm | News
During the month of July there were a total of 12 calls for service reported to the Treaty Three Police Service. Out of those 12 calls for service, there were 2 Criminal Code offenses (possible criminal charges) reported. There was 1 crime against a person reported....
August 19, 2020 - 9:06 pm | Education, News
The purpose of this survey is to determine bus transportation for the nominal roll and school year.
August 19, 2020 - 7:36 pm | Education, News
My name is Anna Tran, I am a recent graduate from McMaster University. I am reaching out today on behalf of my team at the Parsec Youth Network (PYN) to share a recent initiative of mine. We would love to be given the opportunity to help support the youth of First...
August 19, 2020 - 7:28 pm | News
Beginning August 17, 2020 the Ontario Region is pleased to offer appointments for registration & membership services. You can contact the nearest office for more information. Please note that masks or face coverings are mandatory for all in-person services....
August 11, 2020 - 12:07 pm | News
Dear Chief and Council, I hope this letter finds your community in good health and spirits. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to pose a serious risk to Indigenous communities, the health and safety of all Canadians remains a paramount priority for the Government of...
August 11, 2020 - 1:39 am | News
Dear Steering Committee, We hope everyone is healthy and able to enjoy the beautiful summer weather. The All Nations Hospital Steering Committee chair & vice-chair and Project Planning Team thank you all for your support over the past month, and as...
July 30, 2020 - 12:07 pm | All Nations Hospital, Health, News
The All Nations Hospital Project to redevelop the Lake of the Woods District Hospital (LWDH) in Kenora is underway. Input from all hospital users including First Nations, Métis and summer visitors is critical at this early planning stage to ensure the new facility...
July 20, 2020 - 11:27 am | News
Kenora Chiefs Advisory is seeking an Adult Case Manager to deliver culturally safe, trauma informed, clinical case management mental health and addictions services to our servicing communities. They will provide support in-community that include advocating for...
July 17, 2020 - 3:15 pm | News
The City of Kenora has proposed a by-law against loitering and plans to vote on it by July 21, 2020. It is the opinion of Gr The City of Kenora has proposed a by-law against loitering and plans to vote on it by July 21, 2020. It is the opinion of Grand Council Treaty...
July 17, 2020 - 2:58 pm | COVID-19 Coronavirus, News
Grand Council Treaty #3 Ogichidaa Francis Kavanaugh recently sent the following letter to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on international border issues and how it relates to Treaty #3 territory in Northwestern Ontario. Dear Prime Minister, Canada and the...
July 17, 2020 - 2:19 pm | News
As businesses and public spaces begin to reopen, wearing a mask is important to protect yourself and others. We are asking Treaty #3 to help communicate why it is so important to wear a mask to stop the spread of coronavirus Covid-19. Submit your video for a chance to...
July 17, 2020 - 2:10 pm | News
July 1, 2020 - 7:28 pm | News
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...
June 29, 2020 - 1:23 pm | COVID-19 Coronavirus, News
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...
June 28, 2020 - 9:04 pm | Announcements and Alerts, News
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...
June 27, 2020 - 10:38 am | News
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...
June 26, 2020 - 1:41 am | News
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....
June 25, 2020 - 10:07 am | News
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.
June 21, 2020 - 12:12 am | News
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...
June 16, 2020 - 4:09 pm | News
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...
June 16, 2020 - 2:53 pm | News
The previous community alert posted here: https://www.niisaachewan.ca/b/ax is still valid and stands with the amnded allowance for shopping day. Essential Shopping Days On Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday between 7am and 9pm… Band and Community members...
June 2, 2020 - 12:58 pm | COVID-19 Coronavirus, News
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...
June 1, 2020 - 11:55 am | News
Post-Secondary applications are due today by 4:30PM, central standard time. I must receive your application by email at [email protected], by fax, or hand-delivered to me before 4:30pm. Given that today is a not an essential travel day, I can meet you at the...
May 27, 2020 - 9:00 am | News
Submit a logo and win an iPad! Members of Grassy Narrows, Shoal Lake #40, Wauzhusk Onigum, Whitefish Bay, Obashkaandagaang, and Niisaachewan are invited to submit a logo on the First Nations Climate Change Adaption Program. The Climate Team aims to support the...
May 27, 2020 - 2:33 am | News
During these challenging times Indspire recognizes that students, especially those from First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities may encounter additional barriers. Indspire’s Building Brighter Futures: Bursaries, Scholarships and Awards (BBF) program continues...
May 24, 2020 - 7:06 pm | COVID-19 Coronavirus, News
The Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) is a $350 million emergency funding program from the Government of Canada. The fund is designed to help Canada’s most vulnerable populations during the COVID-19 crisis. The global pandemic has left no community untouched,...
May 13, 2020 - 2:04 pm | News
As directed by the NAN education committee, the Education Department will be accepting Post- Secondary Applications for the 2020-21 academic year, with the same deadline of June 1st by 4:30PM CST. Post-secondary education institutes are still offering programs whether...
May 7, 2020 - 3:34 am | News
Kenora-Rainy River MPP and Minister of Indigenous Affairs Greg Rickford is back from Queens Park, arriving in the Northwest riding with 1,300 lbs. of Personal Protective Equipment and COVID-19 test kits for distribution to First Nations and communities across the...
May 4, 2020 - 10:14 pm | News
The Ontario government has been actively working with federal and municipal governments, First Nations partners, and non-governmental organizations to prepare and respond to any flooding situation across the province during the COVID-19 outbreak…...
May 4, 2020 - 9:58 pm | News
Grand Council Treaty #3 has three job postings currently and are looking for passionate and dedicated people to fill them.The Social Policy Analyst job is closing on May 15, 2020. The successful candidate will work at Grand Council Treaty#3 to undertake program...
May 2, 2020 - 1:34 am | COVID-19 Coronavirus, News
Questions about rules and/or protocol for the community checkpoint? Please check out the download below for our information sheet. Niisaachewan Community Checkpoint Info Sheet (101 downloads)...
April 30, 2020 - 8:52 pm | News
April 14, 2020 - 3:25 am | News
Hamburger SteakMashed Potatoes & GravyVegetablesBannockPie & Cake Today’s dinner will be ready for 3:30 pm. Provided by Brenda Beardy. We are looking for delivery service, please let us know if you can help. Containers will be provided, please do not bring...
April 1, 2020 - 10:44 pm | News
Due to the extended school closures in Ontario, STAHS will have essential items and learning tools available for pick up. See the following download for more details.
March 27, 2020 - 4:39 pm | News
On Monday March 30th the Lake of the Woods District Hospital (LWDH), in partnership with the Sunset Country Family Health Team (SCFHT), Kenora District Services Board (KDSB), Waasegiizhig Nanaandawe’iyewigamig (WNHAC), and Kenora Chiefs Advisory (KCA), will be...
March 24, 2020 - 3:53 pm | News
Effective immediately, all of WNHAC can be accessed through one number: 1-888-MYWNHAC(1-888-699-6422) Please use this number to contact any WNHAC service provider or location.
March 16, 2020 - 2:10 pm | News
Individuals can request up to 3 months of their prescriptions for chronic medications. Pharmacies also have access to NIHB policy information through the claims processing contractor Express Scripts by way of the website and telephone support. For more information...
March 13, 2020 - 2:52 pm | COVID-19 Coronavirus, News
Pandemic Emergency Preparedness – Temporary Travel Restrictions Effective Immediately! As of March 11, 2020, The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared Covid 19 an International Pandemic and has affected over 100,000 cases globally in over 111...
March 13, 2020 - 10:50 am | News
Kyra Adams from Bimose Tribal Council will be in our community on Wednesday March 18th between 4:30pm and 7:30pm to issue Status Cards. This will happen at the Band Office and is a free service. You will need your full name, date of birth, and Band Number, and two...
March 9, 2020 - 5:05 pm | News
Since the public consultation stage began in January there have been 154 surveys completed + 649 public forum / engagement session participants + 360 stakeholders consulted in clinical services planning! 1,163 of you have been sharing your ideas for the...
March 7, 2020 - 1:11 am | COVID-19 Coronavirus, News
In an effort to remove fears about the Coronavirus we urge our Band Members and the general public to please visit the following link from the World Health Organization. Please bookmark the page below and visit it frequently. It is the best and most up-to-date source...
February 28, 2020 - 5:22 pm | News
February 22, 2020 - 2:42 pm | News
To safeguard Niisaachewan’s financial information, Band Members who wish to login to our website ‘Band Member’s Area’ must signup and register again – https://www.niisaachewan.ca/wp-login.php?action=register It is vitally important that...
February 20, 2020 - 12:12 pm | News
February 19, 2020 - 12:55 am | News
Enter to win a free science trip to Winnipeg, Manitoba between March 25 and March 27, 2020! Only 10 lucky winners will be chosen and travel to Winnipeg, MB for 2 nights with a full day of science based activities at the Winnipeg Museum of Man and Nature and...
February 12, 2020 - 10:37 pm | Four Winds, News
A Unity Agreement was signed between the Nations of Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, Washagamis Bay, Niisaachewan Anishinaabe Nation, and Wauzhushk Onigum Nation in October 2018 to coordinate the Nations’ shared experience, concerns, and interests as they relate to the...
February 12, 2020 - 10:06 pm | News
On January 28th, 29th of 2020 Grand Council Treaty #3’s Territorial Planning Unit hosted their second Climate Change Youth Summit. The summit saw over 50 youth from Treaty #3 communities attend and discuss climate change. The youth that participated had the...
February 7, 2020 - 2:19 pm | News
Ontario’s government is investing in after-school programs in three small communities in Kenora-Rainy River. Through the Ministry of Heritage, Tourism and Sport, the province is providing: $30,000 for the Dalles First Nation after school program $24,000 for the Town...
February 6, 2020 - 3:42 pm | Announcements and Alerts, News
February 5, 2020 - 12:15 pm | News
Eligibility Requirements Any Band Members (sponsored/unsponsored) currently enrolled in an accredited Education Institution during the 2019-2020 academic year. Any Band Members (sponsored/unsponsored) planning to enroll in courses or training occurring before March...
January 28, 2020 - 1:30 pm | Announcements and Alerts, News
According to StatsCan, only 47% of the Niisaachewan community havea high school diploma, compared to 91% of the national populationaged 24-64.This inequality is rooted in the Indian Act, the residentialschool system and the lack of funding for on-reserve schooling....
January 9, 2020 - 5:36 pm | News
Emily Wyszynski started her position in the Territorial Planning Unit on January 6, 2020 and we are very excited about what she will be bringing to the table. Emily will be focused on the files of Forestry and Mining in the TPU. Please feel free to reach out to her in...
January 8, 2020 - 2:10 pm | News
January 8, 2020 - 2:04 pm | News
There are 17 internship positions available with 1 position guaranteed for the 11 participating communities and the remaining 6 on a First-Come-First-Serve basis. If you have any questions about the program or need assistance with hiring process please contact Adam...
December 6, 2019 - 10:37 am | Announcements and Alerts, News
Wednesday was a cause for celebration – as we stood in front of hundreds of the broader community, together with the 14 other partners to announce the All Nations Health Partners Ontario Health Team. The All Nations Hospital is in it’s planning stage, and...
December 5, 2019 - 4:21 am | News
The Manomin Project is now seeking poetry and art submissions about manomin (wild rice)! They’re asking creators to submit original pieces that explore human and other-than-human relationships with manomin. In order to be considered, individuals must...
November 27, 2019 - 9:42 am | News
November 18, 2019 - 3:29 pm | News
October 6, 2019 - 12:29 pm | News
October 5, 2019 - 4:05 pm | News
The Lake of the Woods District Hospital (LWDH) will undertake the planning of a new All Nations Hospital facility, under the directives of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOHLTC) Capital Planning Guidelines, and in alignment with the planning parameters...
September 23, 2019 - 9:50 am | News
This is being distributed to recipients along the Winnipeg River. Please note that the change in outflow scheduled for today has been increased, See the attached notice for more information. Current Lake of the Woods outflow: 425 m³/s Scheduled outflow Monday,...
September 20, 2019 - 3:29 am | News
The Youth Innovation Challenge is an opportunity for Indigenous youth to win $10,000 towards a project or business that positively impacts their community. The challenge is open to all Indigenous youth in the Kenora and Rainy River Districts under 30yrs old. We are...
September 15, 2019 - 9:44 pm | News
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September 15, 2019 - 11:03 am | Announcements and Alerts, News
September 14, 2019 - 10:20 pm | News
Grand Council Treaty #3 is hosting a two-day interactive workshop in suicide first aid. Grand Council Treaty #3 invites all community front line workers (eg. health care workers, mental health workers, addiction workers, community wellness worker, etc). Date: October...
September 9, 2019 - 5:46 pm | News
On August 15, 2019 in Treaty 2 Territory, leadership from the Anishinaabe Nation of Treaty #3 and technical support staff met with International Joint Commission (IJC) Commissioners and staff at Prairie Firehouse in Brandon, MB. The meeting was attended by Canadian...
August 9, 2019 - 10:48 pm | News
As everyone knows our Nation recently changed it’s name from Ochiichagwe’Babigo’Ining to the traditional name of Niisaachewan. We held a contest for Band and Community members to create a logo for our nation, and we’ve narrowed it down to three...
August 9, 2019 - 10:48 pm | News
As everyone knows our Nation recently changed it’s name from Ochiichagwe’Babigo’Ining to the traditional name of Niisaachewan. We held a contest for Band and Community members to create a logo for our nation, and we’ve narrowed it down to three...
August 9, 2019 - 10:48 pm | News
As everyone knows our Nation recently changed it’s name from Ochiichagwe’Babigo’Ining to the traditional name of Niisaachewan. We held a contest for Band and Community members to create a logo for our nation, and we’ve narrowed it down to three...
August 9, 2019 - 10:48 pm | News
As everyone knows our Nation recently changed it’s name from Ochiichagwe’Babigo’Ining to the traditional name of Niisaachewan. We held a contest for Band and Community members to create a logo for our nation, and we’ve narrowed it down to three...
August 9, 2019 - 1:22 am | News
Boozhoo, Niisaachewan Anishinaabe Nation would like to say miigwetch to everyone who came and participated in our 20th Annual Community Pow-wow June 21, 22, 23, 2019. Here are some pictures taken by our local community member Aaron Anthony. Special thanks to the pow...
August 9, 2019 - 1:22 am | News
Boozhoo, Niisaachewan Anishinaabe Nation would like to say miigwetch to everyone who came and participated in our 20th Annual Community Pow-wow June 21, 22, 23, 2019. Here are some pictures taken by our local community member Aaron Anthony. Special thanks to the pow...
August 9, 2019 - 1:22 am | News
Boozhoo, Niisaachewan Anishinaabe Nation would like to say miigwetch to everyone who came and participated in our 20th Annual Community Pow-wow June 21, 22, 23, 2019. Here are some pictures taken by our local community member Aaron Anthony. Special thanks to the pow...
August 9, 2019 - 1:22 am | News
Boozhoo, Niisaachewan Anishinaabe Nation would like to say miigwetch to everyone who came and participated in our 20th Annual Community Pow-wow June 21, 22, 23, 2019. Here are some pictures taken by our local community member Aaron Anthony. Special thanks to the pow...
June 25, 2019 - 12:47 pm | News
Our membership recently voted to revert the community name back to its traditional name of “Niisaachewan” which roughly translated means “down river”. As our name has reverted back, our nation’s logo needs to change along with it. We are...
June 25, 2019 - 12:47 pm | News
Our membership recently voted to revert the community name back to its traditional name of “Niisaachewan” which roughly translated means “down river”. As our name has reverted back, our nation’s logo needs to change along with it. We are...
June 25, 2019 - 12:47 pm | News
Our membership recently voted to revert the community name back to its traditional name of “Niisaachewan” which roughly translated means “down river”. As our name has reverted back, our nation’s logo needs to change along with it. We are...
June 25, 2019 - 12:47 pm | News
Our membership recently voted to revert the community name back to its traditional name of “Niisaachewan” which roughly translated means “down river”. As our name has reverted back, our nation’s logo needs to change along with it. We are...
June 18, 2019 - 10:42 am | News
Since 2010, the Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) has been in the process of developing a plan to “twin” (double-lane) Highway 17 between the Manitoba border and Kenora as part of an effort to reduce traffic and increase road safety. MTO recognizes that Highway...
May 29, 2019 - 8:12 pm | Announcements and Alerts, News
The Treaty 3 area has higher rates of certain cancers according to Cancer Care Ontario but access to information about the disease is a problem — the Kenora Chiefs Advisory aims to break down barriers community members face in accessing information about the deadly...
May 27, 2019 - 11:35 pm | Announcements and Alerts, News
A great day for Kenora Chiefs Advisory. We feasted and celebrated our documents and relationship with our new Board of Directors for our People helping People – Charitable Corp members Hannita, Steven, Gary, David, Vernon, and Eric! This partnership will bring a...
May 27, 2019 - 11:19 pm | News
Our Post-Secondary funding application deadline is fast approaching. All interested applicants have until June 1st 2019 BEFORE 4:30pm. That day is a Saturday and so it’s best to get your application in on the Friday before. Incomplete applications will not be...
April 14, 2019 - 3:36 am | Announcements and Alerts, News
The Fednor announcement by Bob Nault is awesome and great news for our community! I need to acknowledge the long and hard work that has been put into this project over the years, special acknowledgement to my former council members Merv Copenace, Roberta Jameson, and...
October 31, 2018 - 8:55 pm | News
A group of First Nation leaders in the Kenora area gathered in Thunder Bay on Monday to meet with senior representatives of Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation on the twinning of the Trans-Canada Highway from Kenora to Manitoba....
September 28, 2018 - 1:11 pm | News
The provincial government is helping to support the construction of the Economic Development Centre of Excellence in Dalles First Nation. A $1 million dollar investment was announced by Kenora Rainy-River MPP and Minister of Energy, Northern Development and Mines, and...
September 21, 2018 - 7:27 pm | News
July 9, 2018 - 1:15 pm | News
We’ve been working on this project for four years and this is our second release. Last year we released 12 adults, this year we released 15. This is an important fish to our community as we have sturgeon clan members here. We almost lost our sturgeon here on the...
January 29, 2018 - 4:09 pm | News
The first provincial office located on a First Nation was recently opened by the Ontario Government. The opening is for the new Indigenous Youth and Wellness Secretariat Office on the Fort William First Nation. Here Chief Lorraine Cobiness poses for a photo with...
October 5, 2017 - 2:29 pm | News
September 30, 2017 - 1:38 am | News
After ten years of work, our efforts to recreate a sturgeon population in our homeland has culminated in this release of twelve juvenile sturgeon. Using surgical implants inserted by staff from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Joe Hunter from Rainy River...
July 4, 2008 - 8:09 pm | News
Jake Epp, the head of Ontario Power Generation, made a personal visit to Dalles First Nation Thursday so he could acknowledge the pain caused by the devastation of flooding associated with hydro dams. Epp, who served at the federal cabinet table, recognized the...
