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Address:
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PO Box 414
Morson, ON
P0W 1J0
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Street Address:
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410 Anishinabe Way
Mishkosiminiziibiing/Big Grassy First Nation
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Location:
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- Band Office is located at Anishinabe Way in the community of Mishkosiminiziibiing
- Community is 130 km NW of Fort Frances, off Hwy 621 along SE shores of Lake of the Woods
- Consists of six reserves: Big Grassy River 35G, whi
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Accessibility:
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Not Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Band Office: Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm
Alternate Fri: 9 am-12 noon
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Service Description:
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Operates a self government and is responsible for the day to day operations of the Mishkosiminiziibiing First Nation
- Tribal Council: Anishinaabeg of Kabapikotawangag Resource Council
(AKRC)Political Territorial Organization: Grand Council Treaty #3 (GCT3)Treaty #3
Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in needOffers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individualsProvides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employmentParticipants can access a variety of programs and support services including but not limited to:
- Child Care
- Clothing Needs
- Community Placement Program
- Discretionary Benefits
- Drug Benefits
- Employment Resource Centre
- Employment Start-up Costs
- Enhanced Employment Placement Program
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Learning, Earning and Parenting
- Pay-Direct to Landlord
- Special Diets Allowance
- Transportation
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Application:
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The following documentation is required to complete application:
- Copy of Canada Child Benefit statement (for children under 18 years of age)
- Copy of mortgage or rental agreement
- Health card
- Information about assets owned, such as a Registered Retirement Savings Plan,
- Information about other income and money, such as a pension
- Proof of identity, such as birth certificate
- Proof of Social Insurance Number
- Recent bank statement for all bank accounts
- Record of Employment and/or most recent pay stubs
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Members of Mishkosiminiziibiing First Nation
Individuals must:
<- be a resident of Ontario
- be in immediate financial need to help pay for food and housing costs
- be willing to take part in activities that will help find employment
- sign a Participation Agreement
Amount of financial assistance provided is determined by various factors including:
- Assets
- Family size
- Housing costs
- Income
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Ojibway, upon request
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Area Served:
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Big Grassy River First Nation
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