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Program: Extended Health Benefits  
Organization: Rainy River First Nations
Administration Centre
Health Services
Phone Numbers: 807-482-2479
Fax: 807-482-2603
Website: www.rainyriverfirstnations.com
Address:
PO Box 450
Emo, ON
P0W 1E0
Street Address:
6 Manitou Rapids Dr
Emo
 
Location:
  • Band Office is located at Manitou Rapids Dr in Emo
  • Community of Rainy River First Nations is located 3 miles W of Emo on Hwy 11/71
  • Consists of 2 reserves, the main reserve Manitou Rapids 11 with a land area of 22.67 sq km
Accessibility: Not Wheelchair Accessible    Not Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Office: Mon-Thu 8:30 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4:30 pm * Fri 8:30 am-12 noon, 1 pm-3 pm


Hours subject to change
Public Contacts: Patrick Morrisseau - Social Services Administrator
807-482-2479 Ext 256 * patrick.morrisseau@manitourapids.ca
Service Description: Operates a self government and is responsible for the day to day operations of the Rainy River First Nation
  • Tribal Council: Pwi-di-goo-zing Ne-yaa-zhing Advisory Services
  • Political Territorial Organization: Grand Council Treaty #3 (GCT3)
  • Treaty #3


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 Rainy River First Nations 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, upon request
Area Served:
Rainy River First Nations  
See Also: Financial Assistance for People with Disabilities

This information was last completely updated on June 24, 2025

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Updated June 24, 2025
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