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August 15, 2025 – Next week, the Province of Ontario plans to spray glyphosate-based herbicides (chemical weed-killers) over parts of the Nipissing Forest. This forest is on Nbisiing traditional territory.  Glyphosate is the main chemical in Roundup, a weed-killer used…

Why should you register with the NFN Education Department every year? -To take Nbisiing Bus Lines (registration required) -To be eligible for start-up allowance, incentives, and awards! Registration must be completed every year and updated as information (new school, address,…

Join Nipissing First Nation for a peaceful protest against the aerial spraying of glyphosate in our traditional territory. This violates Treaty rights and harms the environment and traditional food sources. Glyphosate poisoning affects not only the ecosystem but also the…

Nipissing First Nation will be hosting two Information Sessions for the First Nation Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Settlement Claims.  Claims now open for the Removed Child and Removed Child Family Classes under the First Nations Child and Family…

Miigwech to everyone who took part in the 33rd Annual NFN Charity Golf Tournament, we raised $24,397.30 to help local families! The money is being split between two important causes: The tournament brought together community members, sponsors, and volunteers for a…

An application has been submitted to the Business Licensing Committee for a license to operate a gas bar, convenience store, and coffee shop at Couchie Industrial Road North and Conita Lane. Business concerns or objections Should members wish to express…

UPDATE (Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 8:50 a.m.) The tickets have now all been claimed, miigwech for your interest! Join NFN for a musical journey through the iconic California sound of the ’60s and ’70s — featuring hits from The…

Our region is in the midst of a heat warning. To help keep everyone safe, NFN will operate cooling stations today (Monday, August 11) from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Garden Village Gym and Duchesnay Community Hall. Free…

(UPDATE, Monday, August 11, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.) – The Santa’s Village Trip is now full, to be added on the Waiting List contact Kelsey at 705-753-6995 ext. 1261. Get ready for a day of summer magic and adventure at Santa’s…

The Integrated Children’s Program (a program that brings different children’s services together in one place) runs from Tuesday, September 2, 2025 to June, 2026 for children 6 to 12. This year, the program is also open to families in the…

Get ready for an exciting week of fun, learning, and wrestling! Camp Dates & Times:Monday, August 18 till Friday, August 229 a.m. – 4 p.m.Garden Village Outdoor Rink. Throughout the week, children will: Parents Showcase:Parents will be invited on Friday,…

We are still accepting applications for NFN’s Elders’ Lodges, including the new Enji-naakdawendmindwaa in Duchesnay, which opened on July 8, 2025.  The Elders’ Lodges provide a safe and supportive home for Gchi-Anishnaabeg (Nipissing First Nation elders) who need some help…

Read the August 2025 issue of Enkamgak and access past issues. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please contact: Hillary Shabogesic, Wiinmaaged Ezhwebak (Communications Manager)705-753-2050 ext. 1270 | [email protected]

Blasting operations at the Nipissing quarry is scheduled for Tuesday, July 29, 2025. Noise and vibration monitoring will be performed during the blasts. If you have any questions, please contact:Gen Couchie, Business Operations [email protected] ext. 1243

Monday, July 14, 2025  – Work is moving ahead to clean up contaminated soil on Nipissing First Nation (NFN) lands, and we want to keep you informed. A community information session will be held Wednesday, July 16, 2025 from 5…