For Immediate Release
Nipissing First Nation, Ontario (May 4, 2026) – Nipissing First Nation (NFN) continues to revitalize Miskwaabik (Beaucage Park) and share progress with members and recognizes new capital funding that support key improvements to the park.
As part of ongoing work to restore and enhance this culturally significant site, last summer, NFN received a six-month, $96,500 Capital grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). The funding supports important upgrades to Miskwaabik, including repairs to the boat launch and dock, and the purchase and installation of dining tables, benches, outdoor grills, and trash and recycling containers to improve safety, accessibility, and community use of the park.
“Nipissing First Nations restoration of Beaucage Park through the Ontario Trillium Foundations investment has ensured that the park remains a sustainable and thriving gathering place,” said MPP Vic Fedeli. “Our government believes that non-profit organizations, small municipalities, and First Nations communities like Nipissing First Nation enrich the lives of people in Nipissing, while playing an important role in building a strong and prosperous economy.”
Miskwaabik is deeply connected to traditional medicines, teachings, and ceremony for the Nbisiing Nishnaabeg (people of NFN). “Revitalizing Miskwaabik is a long-term commitment to our land and our people. This investment allows us to continue that work and build a space that reflects who we are and how we gather as a community.”
After being operated as a leased trailer park from the 1960s until 2013, the site was left with infrastructure that required significant remediation. NFN completed a feasibility study in 2024-2025 and began implementing a remediation and revitalization plan.
Over the past year, NFN has made early-stage improvements to restore the waterfront and visitor areas, supporting renewed community use, and laying the groundwork for future phases of development. This work reflects NFN’s commitment to reclaim, protect, and celebrate the land’s cultural and ecological significance. NFN members gathered on January 26 at a community update to learn more about the progress made to date, upcoming priorities, and the phased approach planned for the years ahead, while recognizing the partners who have contributed to Miskwaabik’s renewal.
About Nipissing First Nation – The people of Nipissing First Nation (NFN), known as the Nbisiing Nishinaabeg, have called the shores of Lake Nipissing home since time immemorial. Long before the signing of the Robinson Huron Treaty in 1850, Nbisiing Nishinaabeg thrived in the Lake Nipissing watershed, relying on the land for sustenance through fishing, hunting, and other traditional practices. Today, NFN remains dedicated to safeguarding inherent rights while empowering Nbisiing Nishinaabeg to work collaboratively in a positive, progressive manner. NFN’s mission is to enhance the well-being and quality of life of our members, fostering social and economic independence, cultural strength, and self-governance for future generations.
For inquiries, please contact:
Hillary Shabogesic
Communications Manager, Nipissing First Nation
705-753-2050 ext. 1270 | 705-498-2507
[email protected] | [email protected]
