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Program: Non-Insured Health Benefits  
Organization: Muskrat Dam First Nation
Band Office
Nellie Fiddler Memorial Health Centre
Phone Numbers: 807-471-2567
Fax: 807-471-2692
Email: muskratdamfirstnation@knet.ca
Address:
c/o c/o Nellie Fiddler Health Centre
PO Box 132 c/o Nellie Fiddler Health Centre
Muskrat Dam, ON
P0V 3B0
Street Address:
Nellie Fiddler Memorial Health Centre
Muskrat Dam First Nation
 
Location:
  • Operates as a community health centre in the community of Muskrat Dam Lake First Nation
  • Community is located approx 370 km N of Sioux Lookout
Accessibility: Not Wheelchair Accessible    Not Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Public Contacts: Gideon Thunder - Referral Clerk
807-471-2567
Lewis Morris - Health Director
807-471-2567 * nlewismorris@gmail.com
Service Description: Operates a self government and is responsible for the day to day operations of the Muskrat Dam First Nation
  • Tribal Council: Independent First Nations Alliance (IFNA)
  • Political Territorial Organization: Nishnawbe-Aski Nation (NAN)
  • Treaty #9


  • Responsible for processing Non-Insured Health Service claims for community and Band members
  • Submits medical appointment travel, mileage, meal and accommodation requests on behalf of individual
  • Assists with making travel arrangements
  • Maintains client documentation, receipts and related information

  • Fees: None
    Application:
    • All applications must be submitted at least one week prior to scheduled appointment, but preferably 2 weeks prior

    • Exceptions are made for emergencies
    Eligibility / Target Population: Members of Muskrat Dam First Nation living on the reserve and requiring assistance with Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) arrangements
    Languages: English
    Language Notes: Oji-Cree, available upon request
    Area Served:
    Muskrat Dam First Nation  
    See Also: Financial Assistance for People with Disabilities
    Health Centres and Programs for Indigenous Peoples

    This information was last completely updated on February 6, 2025

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