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Program:
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Obashkaandagaang First Nation - Band Office - Extended Health Benefits
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Phone Numbers:
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807-543-2532
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Fax:
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807-543-2964
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Address:
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PO Box 625
Keewatin, ON
P0X 1C0
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Street
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McKenzie Portage Rd Washagamis Bay Band Office
Keewatin
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Location:
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- Band Office is located in the community of Washagamis Bay First Nation
- Reserve is approx 15 km SW of Kenora off Hwy 17E, on peninsula and mainland along N shores of Lake of the Woods
- Consists of 2 reserves, the mostly popu
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Accessibility:
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Not Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4 pm
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Public Contacts:
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Brenda Chartrand - Social Services Administrator
chartrand_brenda@wbfn.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 Obashkaandagaang 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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Area Served:
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District of Kenora, District of Rainy River
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Last Updated:
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8/29/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=153041
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