Program: Pays Plat First Nation - Band Office - Extended Health Benefits
Organization: Pays Plat First Nation
Pays Plat First Nation - Band Office
Phone Numbers: 807-824-2541
Fax: 807-824-2206
Email: ppontarioworks@tbaytel.net
Website: ppfn.ca/
Address:
10 Central Place
Thunder Bay Unorganized
P0T 3C0
Location:
  • Band Office is located at Central Place in the community of Pays Plat First Nation
  • Closest intersection is at Central Place and River St
  • Reserve is approx 180 km NE of Thunder Bay along Hwy 17 near Rossport, 44 km W of Terrace
Accessibility:
Not Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am--4:30 pm
Public Contacts: Paula Kinney - Ontario Works Administrator
807-824-2541 Ext 244

Service Description: 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 Pays Plat 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
Area Served: District of Thunder Bay
See Also: Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance for People with Disabilities
Last Updated: 5/6/2025
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=153063

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