Matawa First Nations Management

Application

Services are delivered at the local level (Band Office) and accessed through direct communication with Matawa First Nations Management

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Must belong to one of the member First Nations within Matawa Territory

Fees

None

Contacts

Dorothy Okeese - Executive Secretary
David Paul Achneepineskum - Chief Executive Officer
807-344-4575 Ext 3650 * davidpaul@matawa.on.ca

Languages

English

Language Note

Oji-Cree, Ojibway; available upon request

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessibility Note

Fully Accessible - Main and upper levels; Lower level not accessible

Description of Services:

Provides technical and professional advisory services and training to enhance the overall management skills and opportunities of the nine member First Nations in their quest to become self-sufficient

Serves a collective population of over 10,000 people comprised of eight First Nations within Treaty 9 and one First Nation within the Robinson-Superior Treaty (but not a signatory to this treaty)

Consists of Chiefs and representatives from each community

Operates a head office at Ginoogaming First Nation

Delivers programs and services in the areas of administration, environmental, finance, economic development, education, membership, health and social services, and technical services through local community government

Operates various First Nation owned for-profit corporations

Provides services that respect and reflect traditional cultural beliefs and practices

Chief's Council