News & Events

It is with profound sadness and an overwhelming sense of loss that Chief Pauline Drake announces the devastation of her beloved community, Whitewater Lake, as a result of the wildfires raging across Northwestern Ontario. This news was only confirmed at 5pm EST on July 18, 2026, when aerial photos were finally available. Much of the…

THUNDER BAY, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler, on behalf of the Executive Council, extends heartfelt congratulations to the people of Peawanuck First Nation as they gather this week to mark the 40th anniversary of their community’s relocation from Winisk. “Forty years ago, the people of Winisk experienced an unimaginable tragedy when a devastating flood claimed the lives of Margaret Chookomolin (Wabano) and Elder John…

THUNDER BAY, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler, on behalf of the Executive Council, is expressing serious concern for NAN First Nations communities facing an escalating wildfire threat across NAN territory. “Our hearts are with all of our communities facing the threat of these devastating fires. The situation is changing hour by hour…

THUNDER BAY, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler is appealing for compassion for evacuees from Kashechewan First Nation who may no longer feel welcome in Niagara Falls after disparaging comments were made during the delivery of a municipal unhoused action plan to city council last week: “I share the concerns with the…

CHIPPEWAS OF RAMA FIRST NATION: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler has issued the following statement following the introduction of federal legislation on water, wastewater, and related infrastructure on First Nation lands: “Since Bill C-61 died on the order paper, the introduction of clean water legislation has been long overdue. We have been calling…