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Program: Extended Health Benefits  
Organization: Naotkamegwanning First Nation
Band Office
Phone Numbers: 807-226-5411
Fax: 807-226-5389
Address:
c/o c/o Naotkamegwanning Band Office, Pawitik Post Office
Naotkamegwanning Band Office c/o Pawitik Post Office
Pawitik, ON
P0X 1L0
Street Address:
1800 Pawitik St
Naotkamegwanning/Whitefish Bay First Nation
 
Location:
  • Band Office is located at Pawitik St in the community of Naotkamegwanning First Nation, also known as Whitefish Bay
  • Community is road accessible, located 96 km SE of Kenora, approx 1 km E off Hwy 71, along E shores of Lake of the Woods,
Accessibility: Not Wheelchair Accessible    Not Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4:30 pm
Public Contacts: Leona Namaypoke - Ontario Works Administrator
807-226-1075 Ext 1
Service Description: Operates a self government and is responsible for the day to day operations of the Naotkamegwanning First Nation also known as Whitefish Bay
  • Tribal Council: Bimose Tribal Council (BTC)
  • 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 Naotkamegwanning 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:
Naotkamegwanning First Nation  
See Also: Financial Assistance

This information was last completely updated on August 25, 2025

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