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Program: Extended Health Benefits  
Organization: Poplar Hill First Nation
Band Office
Phone Numbers: 807-772-8838
Fax: 807-772-8876
Website: poplarhill.firstnation.ca
Address:
PO Box 1
Poplar Hill, ON
P0V 3E0
Street Address:
Band Office 164 Turtle Road
Poplar Hill First Nation
 
Location:
  • Band Office is located on Turtle Road in the community of Poplar Hill First Nation
  • Community is 120 km N of Red Lake near Manitoba border
  • Consists of 1 main reserve; only accessible by air year-round and a seasonal winter ice r
Accessibility: Not Wheelchair Accessible    Not Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-5 pm
Public Contacts: Arnold Moose - Ontario Works Administrator
arnoldmoose@knet.ca
Service Description: Operates a self government and is responsible for the day to day operations of the Poplar Hill First Nation
  • Tribal Council: Keewaytinook Okimakanak/Northern Chiefs
  • Political Territorial Organization: Nishnawbe-Aski Nation (NAN)
  • Treaty #5


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 Poplar Hill 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:
Poplar Hill First Nation  
See Also: Financial Assistance for People with Disabilities

This information was last completely updated on November 7, 2024

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Updated November 7, 2024
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