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Program: Extended Health Benefits  
Organization: Eabametoong First Nation
Band Office
Phone Numbers: 807-242-7361
Fax: 807-242-1090
Email: reception@eabametoongfn.ca
Address:
PO Box 298
Eabamet Lake, ON
P0T 1L0
Street Address:
139 Main St Band Office
Eabametoong First Nation
 
Location:
  • Band Office is located at Main St in the community of Eabametoong First Nation
  • Community is on N shore of Eabamet Lake, 155 km NE of Armstrong, 360 km N of Thunder Bay
  • Consists of 1 reserve, Fort Hope 64 with a land area o
Accessibility: Not Wheelchair Accessible    Not Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-5 pm
Public Contacts: Irene Oskineegish - Ontario Works Administrator
807-242-7361 Ext 236 * irene.oskineegish@eabametoongfn.ca
Service Description: Operates a self government and is responsible for the day to day operations of the Eabametoong First Nation
  • Tribal Council: Matawa First Nations Management (MFNM)
  • 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 Eabametoong 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:
Eabametoong First Nation  
See Also: Financial Assistance for People with Disabilities

This information was last completely updated on May 21, 2025

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