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Program: Ontario Works
Organizations: Mishkosiminiziibiing First Nation
Mishkosiminiziibiing First Nation - Band Office
Phone Numbers: 807-488-5306
Toll-Free: 1-800-361-7228
Fax: 807-488-1093
Website: www.biggrassy.ca
Address: PO Box 414
Morson, ON
P0W 1J0
Street
Address: 		410 Anishinabe Way
Mishkosiminiziibiing/Big Grassy First Nation
Location:
  • 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
Accessibility: Not Wheelchair Accessible      Not Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Band Office: Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm


Alternate Fri: 9 am-12 noon
Contacts: 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
Service Description: Operates a self government and is responsible for the day to day operations of the Mishkosiminiziibiing First Nation
  • Tribal Council: Anishinaabeg of Kabapikotawangag Resource Council (AKRC)
  • Political Territorial Organization: Grand Council Treaty #3 (GCT3)
  • Treaty #3


  • Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in need
  • Offers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individuals
  • Provides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employment
    • Participants can access a variety of programs and support services including but not limited to:
    • Child Care
    • Clothing Needs
    • Community Placement Program
    • Discretionary Benefits
    • Drug Benefits
    • Employment Resource Centre
    • Employment Start-up Costs
    • Enhanced Employment Placement Program
    • Funeral and burial expenses
    • Learning, Earning and Parenting
    • Pay-Direct to Landlord
    • Special Diets Allowance
    • Transportation
    Fees: None
    Application: The following documentation is required to complete application:

    • Copy of Canada Child Benefit statement (for children under 18 years of age)

    • Copy of mortgage or rental agreement

    • Health card

    • Information about assets owned, such as a Registered Retirement Savings Plan,

    • Information about other income and money, such as a pension

    • Proof of identity, such as birth certificate

    • Proof of Social Insurance Number

    • Recent bank statement for all bank accounts

    • Record of Employment and/or most recent pay stubs
    Eligibility - Population(s) Served: Members of Mishkosiminiziibiing First Nation


    Individuals must:

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    • be a resident of Ontario

    • be in immediate financial need to help pay for food and housing costs

    • be willing to take part in activities that will help find employment

    • sign a Participation Agreement


    Amount of financial assistance provided is determined by various factors including:

    • Assets

    • Family size

    • Housing costs

    • Income
    Languages: English

    This information was last completely updated on: 10-15-2025


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