Program operates out of the Band Office in Red Lake; also offered in Thunder Bay on a consistent basis to members living in the city
Program: McDowell Lake First Nation - Band Office - Mental Health Program
Organization: McDowell Lake First Nation
McDowell Lake First Nation - Band Office
Phone Numbers: 807-735-1381 Ext 1308
Toll-Free: 1-800-387-3740
Fax: 807-727-9494
Address:
c/o c/o McDowell Lake Band Office
PO Box 321 c/o McDowell Lake Band Office
Red Lake, ON
P0V 2M0
Street
Address
:
146 Howey St Unit 202
Red Lake
Location:
  • Band Office is located at Howey St in Red Lake within Keewaytinook Okimakanak headquarters
  • Reserve land is located approx 155 km NE of Red Lake on central W shore of McDowell Lake
  • Consists of 1 reserve known as MacDowell Lake In
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Public Contacts: Caden Cockcroft - Coordinator of Health Initiatives
Cell 807-727-7048 * caden.cockcroft@mlfn.ca

Service Description: Promotes the development of good mental health and provides services for individuals with mental health issues
Provides information and awareness activities including but not limited to:
  • Depression
  • Family violence
  • Stress management
Services include:
  • Counselling services
  • Cultural activities and crafts
  • Recreational activities
  • Wellness activities



Fees: None
Application:
  • Open to referrals from any source

  • Appointments recommended but walk-ins accepted
Eligibility / Target Population: Members of McDowell Lake First Nation struggling with mental health issues
Languages: English
Language Notes: Oji-Cree; available upon request
Area Served: Northern
See Also: Counselling - Family, Couple, Individual
Health Centres and Programs for Indigenous Peoples
Mental Health Promotion
Last Updated: 5/27/2025
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=143816

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