Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nation

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg, formerly known as Pic River First Nation, is an Ojibway First Nation community situated on the north shore of Lake Superior in Ontario, Canada.

POPULATION

1,366

Rank #262 nationally

GEOGRAPHY

3.2 KM²

Rank #505 nationally

BAND COUNCIL TERM

11/08/2029

Term Expiration

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Community Profile

Overview

Last Updated 2026-03-26 21:46:51 UTC

Name

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg (ISC Code: 192)

Former Names

Pic River First Nation

Band Style

First Nation

Cultural Area

Lake Superior North Shore

Indigenous Language

Ojibway

Number of Registered Members

1366

Band Website

Not Available

Phone Number

(807) 229-1749

Fax Number

(807) 229-1944

Address

PO BOX 193, HERON BAY, ON

General Email

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Band Council

Governance Type

Not Applicable

Chief

DUNCAN MALCOLM MICHANO

Term Expires

11/08/2029

Number of Council Members

DUNCAN MALCOLM MICHANO

Chief

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MELISSA ANN MARIE DESMOULIN

Councillor

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BASIL ANTHONY GOODCHILD

Councillor

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JANICE LEA ANN KELLY

Councillor

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SHELLY ANN LIVINGSTON

Councillor

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DOREEN CATHERINE MOSES

Councillor

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JOHN LESLIE CHARLES TWANCE

Councillor

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WAYNE STUART TWANCE

Councillor

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RANDAL ELMER COURCHENE

Councillor

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DONOVAN DALE JEFFORY CROSSON

Councillor

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SHARON LYNN OSTBERG

Councillor

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DONALD MATHEWS JAMES MICHANO

Councillor

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GARLAND MOSES

Councillor

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Administrative Contacts

Financial Overview

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Band Financial Statements

2024 - Audited consolidated financial statements

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2022 - Audited consolidated financial statements

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2013 - Audited consolidated financial statements

2012 - Biigtigong Nishnaabeg20122013.pdf

2011 - Biigtigong Nishnaabeg20112012.pdf

2010 - Biigtigong Nishnaabeg20102011.pdf

2009 - Biigtigong Nishnaabeg20092010.pdf

2008 - Biigtigong Nishnaabeg20082009.pdf

2006 - Biigtigong Nishnaabeg20062007.pdf

2004 - Biigtigong Nishnaabeg20042005.pdf

2003 - Biigtigong Nishnaabeg20032004.pdf

2002 - Biigtigong Nishnaabeg20022003.pdf

2001 - Biigtigong Nishnaabeg20012002.pdf

Band Council Remuneration

2024 - Schedule of Remuneration and Expenses

2023 - Schedule of Remuneration and Expenses

2022 - Schedule of Remuneration and Expenses

2021 - Schedule of Remuneration and Expenses

2020 - Schedule of Remuneration and Expenses

2019 - Schedule of Remuneration and Expenses

2018 - Schedule of Remuneration and Expenses

2017 - Schedule of Remuneration and Expenses

2016 - Schedule of Remuneration and Expenses

2015 - Schedule of Remuneration and Expenses

2014 - Schedule of Remuneration and Expenses

2013 - Schedule of Remuneration and Expenses

Band Owned Corporations

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Laws, Bylaws, and Codes

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Intergovernmental Agreements

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Active Court Cases

No active court cases at this time.

Downloadable Court Records

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Location Map

Reserves

ISC Code: 6306
PIC RIVER 50
316.6 Hectares
3.2 KM E/E OF/DE LAKE SUPERIOR
[48.6313962, -86.27335149999999]

Media Reports

First Nation in northern Ontario praises mining company for 'true reconciliation'

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg hand drummer and singer launches CD

Northern Ontario town called out by First Nations over staff comment about 'colour'

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg celebrates opening of new health centre

‘I really love this program,’ says Biigtigong Nishnaabeg youth on Thunder Bay Science Week

Water treatment upgrades announced for two area First Nations

'The standard of living is still less,' says chief in treaty annuities trial

Generation Mining reaches benefits agreement with Biigtigong Nishnaabeg

A better future with strength of youth and wisdom of the Elders

Chippewas of the Thames appeal National Energy Board decision

Anishinabek Employment and Training Services expands to better serve clients and communities

Canada and Ontario invest in green infrastructure to support residents of Pays Plat First Nation and Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nation

Public Notice – Restrictions to Mining Exploration

Inside the fight for $120B: How Canada’s broken treaty promise sparked a battle over ‘mino-bimaadiziwin’ — the good life

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg plans new water treatment plant and cultural centre

Origin offers opportunities

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nations COVID-19 vaccine clinic

Lakehead University’s Fall Harvest showcases traditional Indigenous teachings

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nations COVID-19 vaccine clinic

Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg and Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Demand Mining Restrictions

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg receive funding for multi-purpose outdoor community arena

First Nations reject ‘insulting’ caribou management proposal - Sault Ste. Marie News

Origin offers opportunities

‘Missed opportunity’: Indigenous org leaving library on bad terms

Indigenous leaders call for equal and equitable community safety

Kairos Blanket Exercise touches the heart of 800 youth

Anishinaabeg come together at first in-person pow wow in Thunder Bay

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg celebrates signing of Community Benefits Agreement and funding for new Cultural Centre

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg band representative advocates for child welfare

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nation announces construction of new water treatment plant

Land-based learning through a Biigtigong Nishnaabeg lens coming to Thunder Bay

The Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre hosts hand drum-making workshops

Building Indigenous Food Sovereignty in 14 First Nations in Northern Superior region

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg lawyer talks treaties during Treaties Recognition Week

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg celebrates signing of Community Benefits Agreement and funding for new Cultural Centre

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nation celebrates the ground breaking of its new elementary school

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg band representative advocates for child welfare

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nation announces construction of new water treatment plant

Lakehead University hosts 35th annual Indigenous Cultural Traditions Club Powwow

New store owners connect with Indigenous communities

‘That is true reconciliation’: First Nation celebrates gift of land

Lakehead University hosts 35th annual Indigenous Cultural Traditions Club Powwow

Chippewas of the Thames appeal National Energy Board decision

First Nations will redevelop former Court Street post office for housing

How do you create a back-to-school plan in a First Nation?

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Chief Duncan Michano: Land Back

Featured Fellow: Chantelle Richmond

First Nations contribute $1.5M to Marathon's rec centre project

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nation celebrates the ground breaking of its new elementary school

Indigenous leaders call for equal and equitable community safety

The Crown promised riches to First Nations in Canada – over 150 years on, they could finally get billions

Building Indigenous Food Sovereignty in 14 First Nations in Northern Superior region

A better future with strength of youth and wisdom of the Elders

Resilience and belonging: 7 artists reflect on National Indigenous History Month

The frontlines of an Ontario mining boom

Red Rock Indian Band honours spirit walkers

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg celebrates signing of Community Benefits Agreement and funding for new Cultural Centre

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg band representative advocates for child welfare

Pic Mobert First Nation Takes Action to Protect its Fishery

Aboriginal Peoples - December 12, 2017 | In Committee from the Senate of Canada

The Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre hosts hand drum-making workshops

Land-based learning through a Biigtigong Nishnaabeg lens coming to Thunder Bay

Anishinaabeg come together at first in-person pow wow in Thunder Bay

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg receive funding for multi-purpose outdoor community arena

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg lawyer talks treaties during Treaties Recognition Week

‘Our big fear is that they’re going to disappear altogether’: First Nations fight to save caribou herd trapped on Ontario islands

Fig. 1. Map of the study area, outlining each Anishinaabe Nation...

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg author launches book with global connections

New water treatment infrastructure funds for Ontario First Nations communities

Small modular nuclear reactors denounced by Ontario chiefs, but part of Indigenous conversations country-wide

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nation announces construction of new water treatment plant

'Proud to wear it': PhD student earns Trudeau foundation grant to study Indigenous clothing

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg celebrates opening of new health centre

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg hand drummer and singer launches CD

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Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Aboriginal Days 2022 a community effort

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg education director wins national award

Northern Ontario First Nations claim up to $150 billion over ‘flagrant disregard’ of 1850 treaty

Lakehead University’s Fall Harvest showcases traditional Indigenous teachings

First Nations will redevelop former Thunder Bay post office into housing

Two First Nations say Ontario is ignoring their expertise on endangered Lake Superior caribou

Inside the fight for $120B: How Canada’s broken treaty promise sparked a battle over ‘mino-bimaadiziwin’ — the good life

Illegal poaching spawns protest from First Nations

Ontario Partnering with First Nation Community to Protect Caribou in the North

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg signs benefit agreement on proposed mine

Marathon and Biitigong Nishnaabeg make preparations ahead of mine approval

Pays Plat, Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nations, receive government funding for water treatment

‘Our greatest source of hope’: Weaving together Western science and Indigenous knowledge

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nation announces construction of new water treatment plant

Biigtigong Nishnaabeg artist graphic design work featured in the NHL

Two First Nations Pledge to Save Lake Superior Caribou

Landmark agreement ushers in new era of equity for FN students

New store owners connect with Indigenous communities

“It's colonialism - alive and well today”: First Nations call for mining restrictions

‘We didn’t sign that treaty’: in Canada, the Anishinaabe fight for land they never gave up

Academic Research

Reclaiming land, identity and mental wellness in Biigtigong Nishnaabeg territory

Urban Anishinaabekwewag:(Re) Claiming Our Traditional Roles and Responsibilities in Urban Spaces

Reclaiming Mountain Lake: Applying environmental repossession in Biigtigong Nishnaabeg territory, Canada

Niigani Miinigowiziiwin (we give these gifts to the future)

Weaving Indigenous and Western knowledge systems to discern drivers of mooz (moose) population decline

Building structures of environmental repossession to reclaim land, self-determination and Indigenous wellness

Reclaiming Ancestral Territory in Biigtigong Nishnaabeg: Applying Strategies Of Environmental Repossession For Indigenous Decolonization

Paddling the Biigtig: A case study of Environmental Repossession through canoeing

Paddling the Biigtig: Mino biimadisiwin practiced through canoeing

Impacts of harvested species declines on Indigenous Peoples' food sovereignty, well-being and ways of life: a case study of Anishinaabe perspectives and …

Zhiitaa-ook waa-ni onj-kiijig: Re-activating Anishinaabe Gikendaasowin (Knowledge) for Caregiving at the End of Life

Nishnaabeg encounters: Living indigenous landscapes

The ethics of Zaagidwin: Relational storytelling and story listening on Nbisiing Nishnaabeg Territory

Land as pedagogy: Nishnaabeg intelligence and rebellious transformation

A spirit-led journey to relational accountability-a visiting approach to understanding interconnections between substance use, healing pathways, and mino …

Zhiitaa-ook waa-ni onj-kiijig: Re-activating Anishinaabe Gikendaasowin (Knowledge) for Caregiving at the End of Life

Indigenous Peoples' geographies II: Indigenous environmental politics, or land matters

Land as pedagogy: Nishnaabeg intelligence and rebellious transformation.

A SPIRIT-LED JOURNEY TO RELATIONAL ACCOUNTABILITY

Land as pedagogy: Nishnaabeg intelligence and rebellious transformation

A spirit-led journey to relational accountability-a visiting approach to understanding interconnections between substance use, healing pathways, and mino …

Band Publications

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Third Party Reports

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