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  • Forest Fire north of Highway 17

    Water is being moved across Highway 17 at Couchie Industrial Road because of a forest fire north of the highway. The fire is under control now. Please be careful in the area. Fire crews from MNR and the NFN Fire…

  • Spear Fishing Update and Kit Giveaway

    The spear fishing events (community fire and sampling stations) for Friday, May 9 are cancelled. Youth spear fishing kits will now be given away in a draw! There are 34 kits available, and each family can win one kit. Enter…

  • Post Secondary Educational Assistance Program

    Wednesday, May 7, 2025 – Full Time Application Deadline: Thursday, May 15 at 4 p.m. Applications for Full Time and Part Time studies are available at nfn.ca/education or at the Education Department (70 Semo Road, Garden Village). For more information contact:Geraldeana…

  • Phone Lines Down – Please Email or Visit

    May 8, 2025 (9:00 a.m.) – Our phones are working again. Miigwech for your patience. May 7, 2025 (11:00 a.m.) – Our phone lines are currently down. To reach a staff member, please send an email. For general questions, contact…

  • Seniors Grass Cutting Services

    Monday, May 5, 2025 – NFN seniors ages 65 or over are eligible to qualify for this program. The NFN Senior requesting the services is the primary owner or primary tenant, the residence must be their primary residence. The home…

  • Men’s Vest Workshop

    This workshop is designed for sewers of all experience levels, including complete beginners. Saturday, May 17 from 1 – 7 p.m.Sunday, May 18 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Duchesnay Hall520A Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay Registration All NFN members are…

  • Goods Exchange & Spring Clean-up

    Goods Exchange will occur Thursday, May 8 and Friday May 9, 2025. This is a great way to divert usable unwanted items from going to the landfill. Everyone is encouraged to take a look around and pick-up items that they…

  • Community notice: Stay safe around water – Watershed Conditions Statement (Flood Watch) in effect

    April 30, 2025 – The Ministry of Natural Resources – North Bay District is warning residents that a Watershed Conditions Statement – Flood Watch is in effect until Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. The statement is in place…

  • Harm Reduction Supplies

    Tuesday, April 29, 2025 – Every Friday from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m., NFN members will have access to harm reduction supplies at the Duchesnay Community Hall (520A Couchie Memorial Drive, North Bay ON P1B 8G5) These supplies include: For more…

  • Request for Proposal -Feasibility Study for NFN Transit Service Solutions

    Monday, April 28, 2025 – Nipissing First Nation (NFN) invites proposals from qualified consultants to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study exploring the development of a sustainable transit service solution to meet the transportation needs of the NFN community. The goal…

  • Call For Tender – Construction Tender Section 95 Phase 13 Four Plex

    Thursday, April 24, 2025 – Nipissing First Nation is planning to construct a total of One Four Plex containing 4-1bedroom housing units in Garden Village. Contractors interested in submitting bids can pick up a tender package at the Housing Department…

  • Smiles for Health Art Challenge

    Thursday, April 24, 2025 – Show us what being healthy means to you! We invite all school-aged youth to take part in the Smiles for Health Art Challenge – a fun and creative way to celebrate healthy living (and yes, cookies too)!…

  • Nipissing Warriors Hall of Fame – Inaugural Induction Ceremony

    Monday, April 14, 2025 – Join us for a powerful evening of celebration as we launch the Nipissing Warriors Hall of Fame. This inaugural event pays tribute to the history, dedication, and achievements of our Nation’s Warriors — not just…

  • Community Notice: Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for Garden Village Residents

    Friday, April 11, 2025, 3:17 p.m.- The precautionary boil water advisory is now lifted. Thursday, April 10, 2025 – The Public Works Department has completed a watermain repair in the Garden Village system. Over the next few days, the Water Department…

  • Federal Election

    Below are the dates/locations for Advanced Polls and Election Day for the 2025 federal election. Advanced Polls Friday, April 18 (Good Friday)9 a.m. – 9 p.m.Garden Village Gym Saturday, April 199 a.m. – 9 p.m.Garden Village Gym Sunday, April 20…