Membership Department

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410 Anishinabe Way
Mishkosiminiziibiing/Big Grassy First Nation
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807-488-5614
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Toll-Free: 1-800-361-7228
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Fax: 807-488-5533
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Band Office: Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm


Alternate Fridays: 9 am-12 noon

Application

Requires booked appointments for assistance with forms

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Members of Mishkosiminiziibiing First Nation

Fees

None

Contacts

Jeanette Copenace - Indian Registry Administrator
807-488-5614 Ext 1005 * membershipadministrator@biggrassy.ca

Languages

English

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

Provides services and assistance with the registration system of all issues pertaining to membership
  • Responsible for the implementation of the Membership Code and registering all life events that affect the Indian Registry (births, deaths, marriages, divorces)
  • Informs community leadership of current and evolving Indian status changes and issues
  • Maintains updated mailing/contact information for members and population statistics
  • Supplies forms, provides guidance for filling out applications and offers assistance in mailing to applicable departments
Provides assistance in the following matters:
  • Birth Certificate Application
  • Application for Registration of a Minor Child
  • Membership Application
  • Registration of a Minor Child Under the Indian Act
  • Registration of an Adult Under the Indian Act
  • Secure Certificate of Indian Status (SCIS)
  • Statement of Live Birth
  • Transfer
  • Treaty Day/Treaty Annuity payments
Last updated: Oct 15, 2024: Suggest an edit