Band Office

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McKenzie Portage Rd Washagamis Bay Band Office
Keewatin
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807-543-2532
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Fax: 807-543-2964
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Band Office: Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4 pm

Application

Call for information

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Members of Obashkaandagaang First Nation

Fees

None

Contacts

Priscilla Sinclair - Receptionist

Languages

English

Language Note

Ojibway, available upon request

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

Functions as the governing office for the community; oversees all community programs, services and facilities

Activities and services for community members also include but are not limited to the following:
  • Hospital services available at Lake of the Woods District Hospital in Kenora
  • Ontario First Nation Policing arrangements through Treaty #3 Police Services, Kenora Central Detachment; ph: 807-548-5474, fax: 807-548-8387
  • Child & Family services provided by Anishinaabe Abinooji Child & Family Services; Kenora Office ph: 807-468-6224, fax: 807-468-6643
  • City of Kenora Fire and Emergency Services entered into a Fire Protection Agreement with Obashkaandagaang First Nation to serve the community of Obashkaandagaang First Nation with fire protection services
  • Provides community events and activities at Obashkaandagaang First Nation Community Hall
  • Provides an Elder's Centre housing complex for community elders
  • Serviced by air through the Kenora Airport located 9.3 km NE of Kenora
  • Hosts an annual Pow Wow each summer
  • No formal childcare on reserve; there are approximately 5-7 spots held for Obashkaandaang clients at the Wauzhusk Onigum Daycare


Services and Programs:

Last updated: Aug 13, 2024: Suggest an edit