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Program: Extended Health Benefits  
Organization: Ojibways of Onigaming First Nation
Band Office
Phone Numbers: 807-484-2162
Fax: 807-484-2737
Address:
PO Box 160 c/o Band Office
Nestor Falls, ON
P0X 1K0
Street Address:
Band Office 703 Ketemiikana Dr
Ojibways of Onigaming First Nation
 
Location:
  • Band Office is located at Ketemiikana Dr in the community of Onigaming, also referred to as Sabaskong
  • Situated along the shores of Crow Lake
  • Community is approx 113 km N of Fort Frances off Hwy 71 and 3 km from Nestor Falls
Accessibility: Not Wheelchair Accessible    Not Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Band Office: Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4 pm
Public Contacts: Jenny Fernandez - Intake and Caseworker
807-484-2162 Ext 233
David Kelly - Ontario Works Administrator
807-484-2162 Ext 222
Service Description: Operates a self government and is responsible for the day to day operations of the Ojibways of Onigaming First Nation
  • Tribal Council: Anishinaabeg of Kabapikotawangag Resource Council (AKRC)
  • 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 Ojibways of Onigaming 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: Ojibwe, available upon request
Area Served:
Ojibways of Onigaming  
See Also: Financial Assistance for People with Disabilities

This information was last completely updated on August 18, 2025

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