Whitefish River First Nation

Whitefish River First Nation This is the official page of Whitefish River First Nation.

This page will be used as a communication tool to provide information and news to all band members, on and off reserve.

All about the 2026 WRFN pow wow: read more for volunteer opportunities, the princess and brave pageant, parking, camping...
08/30/2026

All about the 2026 WRFN pow wow: read more for volunteer opportunities, the princess and brave pageant, parking, camping and more!

Join us for sunrise at the community arbor behind the Community Centre at 5:30 am on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Follow...
08/27/2026

Join us for sunrise at the community arbor behind the Community Centre at 5:30 am on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.

Following the sunrise, breakfast will be served at the 7 Fires Youth and Elder's Centre at 7:30 a.m.

08/25/2026

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Community Notice: Hydro One will be working in the community throughout the remainder of August, 2026.Crews will be work...
08/25/2026

Community Notice: Hydro One will be working in the community throughout the remainder of August, 2026.

Crews will be working on existing infrastructure at some pole locations. There will be no excavation, ground disturbance, or other construction work associated with this phase of the project.

Miigwech!

Need a storage unit? Contact the Housing Manager to rent one for $175/month.georginar@whitefishriver.ca or call (705)285...
08/25/2026

Need a storage unit? Contact the Housing Manager to rent one for $175/month.
[email protected] or call (705)285-4335ext.2214

PUBLIC NOTICE: Bear Trap Located Behind the Baseball FieldThis measure is being taken to ensure the safety of residents ...
08/24/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE: Bear Trap Located Behind the Baseball Field

This measure is being taken to ensure the safety of residents and to manage wildlife in a respectful and responsible manner. The trap will be monitored regularly by our Lands Department.

Safety Reminders:
🐻 Ensure children and pets are kept away from the Baseball Field Area.
🐻 Be Bear Wise and Always Practice Bear Safety.
🐻 Do not put out your Garbage until the Wednesday pickup Day.
🐻 Please always keep a safe distance from the trap.
🐻 Do not attempt to touch, move, or interfere with the Bear or any captured wildlife.

Report any bear sightings immediately to our Matt Gibson, Lands Field Technician at 705-207-5081 or Keith Nahwegahbow, Lands Director at 705-863-2590.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work to keep our community safe.

International Overdose Awareness Day Walk & BBQSaturday, August 29, 2026Walk begins at Shawanosowe School at 10:30 am
08/24/2026

International Overdose Awareness Day Walk & BBQ
Saturday, August 29, 2026

Walk begins at Shawanosowe School at 10:30 am

08/24/2026

🚨 Happening Next Wednesday! 🚨

Join us for the Vale Base Metals Annual Open House at Dynamic Earth from 9:30 AM to 7 PM!

Explore underground, enjoy interactive demos, meet our experts, and vote on the Superstack Commemoration concept! 🙌

Admission is FREE for Greater Sudbury residents! 🎉

Looking for a new career? Check out our Career Corner!
Bring the whole family, and we’ll see you there! 👷‍♂️🌍

Job Opportunities at Georgian College!🎓Director, Indigenous Strategies (Competition  #99-26)Georgian College is currentl...
08/24/2026

Job Opportunities at Georgian College!

🎓Director, Indigenous Strategies (Competition #99-26)

Georgian College is currently recruiting for the position of Director, Indigenous Strategies, a senior leadership role that will provide college-wide leadership in advancing reconciliation, Indigenization, decolonization, and Indigenous learner success. The successful candidate will guide the implementation of Georgian's Indigenization Strategy, Maajiishkaadaa (Let's Move Forward Together).

This position is based at Georgian College's Barrie Campus with a hybrid work environment. Applications will be accepted until September 4, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

🎓Part-Time Faculty Opportunity – Anishnaabemowin Program Development (ANPD)

The Indigenous Studies department is also seeking a part-time faculty member to teach in the Anishnaabemowin Program Development (ANPD) diploma program beginning in Fall 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about Indigenous language revitalization and supporting the next generation of Anishnaabemowin learners.

For full details and application information, please visit the Georgian College Careers Page at

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Address

17 A Rainbow Ridge Road
Birch Island, ON
P0P1A0

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

Telephone

705-285-4335

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