Forever The Sun Rises, and The River Flows.

Animakee Wazhing #37 First Nation

Traditional territory and reserved lands located on the shores of Lake of the Woods, Northwest Ontario.

About Us

Sacred Place of the Thunderbirds

Animakee Wa Zhing (formerly known as Northwest Angle #37) is an Anishinaabe First Nation community located in Treaty #3 in northwestern Ontario, Canada. The name translates to “Sacred Place of the Thunderbirds” in Anishanaabemowin.

Our community consists of two geographic locations, both on Lake of the Woods; Regina Bay and Windigo Island.

Programs and services

Supporting children, youth, and families

Supporting children, youth, and families while the law takes shape.

  • Economic Development

    Animakee Wa Zhing is proud to be a welcoming place for community and member investment, innovation, and business opportunities.

  • Housing

    Animakee Wa Zhing’s leadership is committed to providing safe housing for our band members, while maintaining clear business principles and remaining fiscally responsible and accountable to the membership.

  • Education

    Animakee Wa Zhing is committed to providing quality education opportunities to our members.

  • Health Services

    Health care in both Windigo Island and Regina Bay is provided by Waasegiizhig Nanaandawe’iyewigamig Health Access Centre (WNHAC).

  • Social Services

    Animakee Wa Zhing provides various Social Services programs to fit the needs of our members.

Events

What's Happening

No upcoming events.

Careers

Work with the community

Animakee Wa Zhing is a dynamic and supportive community-minded employer. We offer competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, as well as opportunities for ongoing professional development. Watch here for employment opportunities.

No career opportunities available at this time.