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Chief and 6 Band Council members elected every 2 years under the Custom Electoral System; next election Nov 2025
Band Office
Doug's Dr
Whitesand First Nation
Whitesand First Nation
807-583-2177
1-888-310-1122
Fax: 807-583-2170
Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-5 pm
Last Updated: Aug 20, 2025: Suggest an edit
Application
No application process
Eligibility / Target Population
Members of Whitesand First Nation
Fees
None
Contacts
Colleen Lavoie - Band Manager
colleen.lavoie@whitesandfirstnation.com
Lawrence Wanakamik - Chief
chief.wanakamik@whitesandfirstnation.com
colleen.lavoie@whitesandfirstnation.com
Lawrence Wanakamik - Chief
chief.wanakamik@whitesandfirstnation.com
Languages
English
Language Notes
Ojibway, available upon request
Accessibility
Not Wheelchair Accessible
Description of Services
Functions as the governing office for the community; oversees all community programs, services and facilities
Activities and services for community members also include but are not limited to the following:
Activities and services for community members also include but are not limited to the following:
- Child and Family Services worker on-reserve provided through Dilico Anishinabek Family Care, Thunder Bay, Armstrong office
- Hospital services available at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
- Ontario First Nation Policing arrangements through Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Armstrong Detachment
- Community members conduct most shopping and business affairs in the community of Armstrong and Thunder Bay
- Provides an Elder's Complex residence for community seniors
- Offers events and activities at the Whitesand Multi-plex Community Centre
- Hosts an annual traditional Pow Wow held since 1980
Services and Programs:
Last Updated: Aug 20, 2025: Suggest an edit