Bearskin Lake First Nation - Band Office

• Ontario First Nation Policing arrangements through Nishnawbe-Aski Police Services, Northwest Region; local ph: 807-363-1051; fax: 807-363-9921
• Child and Family Services worker on-reserve provided through Tikinagan Child and Family Services in Sioux Lookout
• Offers 2 main stores (Northern and Co-op), a few small convenience stores, a 5-unit motel with restaurant (Michikan Lake Business Center), 2 garages, 3 churches and a local radio station
• Operates a Canada Post postal service
• Offers the Bearskin Lake Credit Union (Anishinabe Shooniyaawakamik), a branch of the Northern Lights Credit Union (NLCU)
• Provides Michikan Lake Business Center (motel): 807-363-1068
• Operates a small airport maintained and serviced by the Ministry of Transportation Ontario
• Participates in the Junior Canadian Rangers Program for youth (12-18 years) which teaches various skills including but not limited to first aid, using rifles safely, hunting and fishing, Native customs and traditions, healthy living, staying in school and problematic alcohol and substance use awareness

Services and Programs:

• Extended Health Benefits
• Housing Program
• Ontario Works
• Operations and Maintenance
• Recreation Department