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Program: Extended Health Benefits  
Organization: Aroland First Nation
Band Office
Ontario Works
Phone Numbers: 807-329-5970
Fax: 807-329-5750
Email: reception@aroland.fngov.ca
Website: www.arolandfirstnation.ca/
Address:
c/o Aroland First Nation
PO Box 10
Aroland, ON
P0T 1B0
Street Address:
1 Old Village Rd
Aroland First Nation
 
Location:
  • Administration/Band office is located at Old Village Rd in the community of Aroland First Nation
  • Settlement is located 60 km N of Geraldton, then 20 km W of Nakina on Hwy 643
  • Comprised of 1 main community with a land area of app
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible    Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Band Office: Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Public Contacts: Kelly Wesley - Ontario Works Administrator
807-329-5970 * kelly.wesley@arolandow.fngov.ca
Service Description: Operates a self government and is responsible for the day to day operations of Aroland First Nation
  • Tribal Council: Matawa First Nations Management
  • Political Territorial Organization: Nishnawbe-Aski Nation (NAN)
  • Treaty #9


Provides various health benefits to individuals and families with high health costs

Benefits are determined based on need and may include:
  • basic dental care
  • diabetic supplies
  • eyeglasses
  • hearing aids
  • prescription drugs
  • surgical supplies and dressings
  • transportation for medical appointments

Fees: None
Application: Individuals can apply by contacting the office
Eligibility / Target Population: Members of Aroland First Nation 16-65 years of age


Individuals and families who:

  • were eligible for Ontario Works in the previous months, or

  • are no longer eligible for Ontario Works because they received a payment for loss of income under the 1986-1990 Hepatitis C Settlement Agreement
Languages: English
Language Notes: Ojibway, available upon request
Area Served:
Aroland First Nation  
See Also: Financial Assistance for People with Disabilities

This information was last completely updated on November 6, 2024

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Updated November 6, 2024
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