Your Health, Our Community: Wellness Open House

When: August 29, 2025 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where: Lawrence Commanda Health Centre, 58 Semo Road, Garden Village ON

Drop by the LCHC to ask about programs, get to know staff, and learn about employment opportunities. Light refreshments will be served. Can’t make it? Don’t worry! Stay tuned for more upcoming wellness open houses.

Tea Talks – Seniors 55+

When: August 28, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Duchesnay Elders' Lodge, 530 Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay ON

Tea Talks at the Duchesnay Elders’ Lodge Open to NFN Members and Affiliates ages 55+ Join our Community Nutritionist to make Bannock and learn about healthy eating habits! Registration is required. To register: Call 705-753-3312 or email [email protected]

Migizi Miigwan Aatik

When: August 28, 2025 @ 5:45 am – 12:00 pm
Where: Pow wow ground, 36 Semo Road, Garden Village ON

Join us for a special Ceremony and Feast for the Eagle Staff (Migizi Miigwan Aatik) Ceremony begins at 5:45 a.m. at the tipi next to the Pow wow ground (36 Semo Road, Garden Village ON) during the first sunrise ceremony of Pow…

NFN 37th Annual Dewegigewaad Powwow

When: August 30, 2025 @ 11:00 am – August 31, 2025 @ 5:00 pm
Where: 36 Semo Road, Garden VIllage ON P2B 3K2

Everyone is welcome to attend Nipissing First Nation’s 37th Annual Dewegigewaad Pow Wow for a weekend of winmaage naadziwin kendaaswin (“passing down traditional knowledge”) through song, dance, and community spirit. Learn more about the Pow Wow here: NFN 37th Annual Debwegigewaad Powwow…

Community Engagement Session: Proposed Solar Project in NFN

When: September 3, 2025 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Where: Garden Village Gym, 36 Semo Road, Garden Village, Ontario

Nipissing First Nation invites all members to a follow-up engagement session about the proposed solar project on reserve lands. This is a second session, held to review potential alternative sites for the project. Livestream: Can’t attend in-person? Email [email protected] to get…

Joe Pitawanakwat Traditional Medicine Teachings

When: August 27, 2025 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Where: Jocko Point Pow Wow Grounds

Open to NFN Members & Affiliates. –Limited Spots Available! –Lunch will be provided. Registrants are asked to bring your own chair and dress accordingly to walk in the bush to collect medicines. Complete the Registration Form here: https://forms.office.com/r/XNnivEsrwN?origin=lprLink or call…

Laurier Woods Hike

When: August 25, 2025 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Where: Laurier Woods, Brule Street North Bay ON

Join us for a Community Hike! Open to all NFN Members & Affiliates. -Dress to hike -Picnic lunch & snacks after Transportation available Register with the Community Wellness Worker either by phone: 705-753-3312 or email [email protected]   =

Maamwi wiisnidaa

When: August 28, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Duchesnay Community Hall, 520A Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay

Join us at Maamwi wiisnidaa, meaning “Let’s Eat Together”, for a delicious community meal. Upcoming Menu/Dates:Thursday, August 28 – BBQ / Corn on the Cob / Macaroni Salad/ Fruit (Duchesnay Community Hall)Thursday, September 25 – Sheppard’s Pie / Fruit Pie…

Ojibway Women’s Lodge 40th Anniversary

When: August 27, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Where: Duchesnay Community Hall, 520A Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay

The Ojibway Women’s Lodge (OWL) invites community members, partners and former and current staff for a meaningful day to celebrate 40 years of strength, connection and support. For more information contact: [email protected]

Grandparent and Caregiver Circle -Duchesnay

When: August 28, 2025 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Where: Duchesnay Community Hall, 520A Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay

Dinner provided. Receive support, teachings and resources. Topic is: Impacts of Substance Use in the Home. Register with the Family Therapist at [email protected] or call 705-753-1375.