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Program: Extended Health Benefits  
Organization: Fort William First Nation
Band Office
Phone Numbers: 807-623-9543
Toll-Free: 1-866-892-8687
Fax: 807-622-4765
Email: ssreception@fwfn.com
Website: fwfn.com/
Address:
90 Anemki Dr Suite 200
Fort William First Nation, ON
P7J 1L3
Location:
  • Band Office is located at Anemki Dr in Fort William First Nation near the base of Mount McKay
  • Closest intersection is at Anemki Dr and Mission Rd
  • Fort William Reserve is located on W shore of Lake Superior, south of and adjacent
Accessibility: Partially Accessible    Partially Accessible
Accessibility Notes: Partially Accessible - Entrance -- Not Accessible; Parking -- Accessible with designated parking space; Washroom -- Not Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4 pm
Public Contacts: Shannon Crews - Social Services Manager
807-622-6791 Ext 261 * ShannonC@fwfn.com
Service Description: Operates a self government and is responsible for the day to day operations of the Fort William First Nation
  • Tribal Council: Nokiiwin Tribal Council (NTC)
  • Political Territorial Organization: Union of Ontario Indians (UOI)
  • Robinson-Superior Treaty


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 Fort William 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:
Fort William First Nation  
See Also: Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance for People with Disabilities

This information was last completely updated on July 24, 2024

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