Lac Seul
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Lac Seul First Nation Community ProfilePTO: Nishnawbe-Aski Nation PO Box 100, Hudson, ON P0V 2A0 |
Overview
The Lac Seul First Nation is compromised of three pockets of reserve. Frenchmen's Head is accessible by road and is approximately 40 km from Sioux Lookout. Kejick Bay and Whitefish Bay are approximately 60 km northwest of Sioux Lookout and is accessible by water and air. The population status of Lac Seul First Nation is 939. The breakdown of the settlements is as follows: Kejick Bay - 416; Whitefish Bay - 98; Frenchmen's Head - 425.
Because of the geographic location of the three pockets of the community, the coordination of programs and services has always been a challenge for Lac Seul. As well, it's relative closeness to the community of Sioux Lookout had made it difficult for the community's distinct needs to be recognized, as they always get referred to the neighbouring communities for service.
Lac Seul First Nation is an independent First Nation, the local government consists of One Chief and seven Councillors. The Chief is elected from the community at large, while three councillors are elected from Kejick Bay and Frenchmen's Head settlements and one councillor is elected from Whitefish Bay.
Accessibility
The Lac Seul First Nation is comprised of three pockets of reserve. Frenchmen's Head is accessible by road and is approximately 40 km from Sioux Lookout. Kejick Bay and Whitefish Bay are approximately 60 km northwest of Sioux Lookout and is accessible by water and air.
| Accessible By | YES | NO |
|---|---|---|
| Road (FMH & WFB)* | X | |
| Winter Road (KB & WFB)* | X | |
| Air | X | |
| Water (KB & WFB)* | X |
*FMH - Frenchmen's Head
*WFB - Whitefish Bay
*KB - Kejick Bay
Languages
Linguistic Affiliation: Ojibway & English
Mother Tongue: Ojibway
Governance
Lac Seul is an independent First Nation; the local government consists of One Chief and seven Councillors. The Chie is elected from the community at large, while three Councillors are elected from Kejick Bay and Frenchmen's Head settlements and one Councillor is elected from Whitefish Bay.
Election System
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| Election System | YES | NO |
|---|---|---|
| Electoral | X | |
| Term of office: 2 Years | ||
Chief and Council
| Title | Name |
|---|---|
| Chief | Clifford Bull |
| Councillor | Karen Ningewance |
| Councillor | David Gordon |
| Councillor | Ernest Derek Maud |
| Councillor | Tom Peetwayway |
| Councillor | Bradley Charles Ross |
| Councillor | Donald Dean Ross |
| Councillor | Elvis Morris Trout |
| Councillor | Floyd Vincent |
Electoral Ridings
(F) Kenora - Rainy River
(P) Kenora
Band Staff
| Title | Tel/Ext |
|---|---|
| Band Administrator | 807-582-3211 |
| Executive Assistant | 807-582-3503 |
| Executive Secretary | 807-582-3211 |
| Social Administrator | 807-582-9640 |
| Economic Development Officer | 807-582-3503 |
| Operations & Maintenance Supervisor | 807-582-3503 |
| Housing Manager | 807-582-3503 |
| Biiwasaya Worker | 807-582-3228 |
| Finance Clerks | 807-582-3211 |
| Indian Registry Administrator | 807-582-3503 |
| Long Term Care Coordinator | 807-582-3503 |
Community Infrastructure
Infrastructure
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| Basic | YES | NO |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity | X | |
| Water Treatment Plant 807-582-9707 |
X | |
| Sewage Plant | X | |
| Landfill | X | |
| Fire Equipment | X | |
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Communications |
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| Canada Post | X | |
| Telephone | X | |
| Newspapers 807-582-9722 |
X | X |
| Television Cable TV Station | X | |
| Radio Stations | X | |
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Transportation |
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| Public Bus Service | X | |
| School Bus Service | X | |
| Taxi | X | |
| Railroad Service | X | |
| Boat Access | X | |
Community Recreation Facilities
| Community Recreation Facilities | YES | NO |
|---|---|---|
| Arena | X | |
| Community Hall | X | |
| Playground | X | |
| Gymnasium (KB & WFB) | X | |
| Sports Field | X | |
| Pow Wow Grounds (FMH) | X | |
| Recreation Trails (FMH) | X | |
| Beach | X | |
| Baseball Field | X | |
| Other (specify) |
Education
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Waninitawangaang Memorial School |
Morris Thomas Memorial School |
Health
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Health Office of Lac Seul
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Services & Programs
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| Program Name | Tel/Ext |
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| AH-Shaw-Bin Sioux Lookout-Lac Seul Victim Support Service | 807-582-9800 |
| Frenchmen's Head Youth Complex | 807-582-3313 |
| Tikinagan CFS | 807-582-3490 |
| Abinoojii FS | 807-582-9632 |
| Obishikokaang Development Corp. | 807-582-9722 |
| Lac Seul Education Authority | 807-582-3499 |
| Health Authority | 807-582-3459 |
| Home & Community Care | 807-582-9833 |
| Kenawind Housing Dev. Authority | 807-582-3503 |
Justice Sector
Programs & Services
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| Program Name | Tel/Ext |
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| Lac Seul Police Services | 807-582-3802 |
| Restorative Justice | 807-582-3802 |
Staffing
| Title | Tel/Ext |
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| Chief of Police | 807-582-3802 |
| Administrator | 807-582-3802 |
| Constables |
Emergency Services
Ambulance
MEN-O-YA-WIN Hospital
807-737-3030
Fire
Ministry of Natural Resources
Police
24 Hour OPP Call Centre: 1-888-310-1122
Business Directory
| Business Name | Tel |
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| Kii-Nhew Gas & Oil Sales | 807-582-3812 |
