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Program:
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Mishkosiminiziibiing First Nation - Band Office - Extended Health Benefits
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Phone Numbers:
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807-488-5306
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Toll-Free:
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1-800-361-7228
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Fax:
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807-488-1093
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Address:
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PO Box 414
Morson, ON
P0W 1J0
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Street
Address:
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410 Anishinabe Way
Mishkosiminiziibiing/Big Grassy First Nation
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Location:
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- Band Office is located at Anishinabe Way in the community of Mishkosiminiziibiing
- Community is 130 km NW of Fort Frances, off Hwy 621 along SE shores of Lake of the Woods
- Consists of six reserves: Big Grassy River 35G, whi
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Accessibility:
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Not Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Band Office: Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm
Alternate Fri: 9 am-12 noon
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Public Contacts:
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Svea Hunter - Ontario Works Program Assistant
807-488-5306 Ext 201 * shunter@biggrassy.ca
Leana Gibbins - Ontario Works Administrator (Interim)
807-488-5306 Ext 207 * owadministrator@biggrassy.ca
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Service Description:
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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
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Individuals can apply by contacting the office
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Members of Mishkosiminiziibiing 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
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Ojibway, available upon request
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Area Served:
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District of Kenora, District of Rainy River
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Last Updated:
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10/15/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=142161
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