Sau-geen O-jib-way | Ojibway Nation of Saugeen

The Ojibway Nation of Saugeen is an Indigenous community located in the Savant Lake area of Northwestern Ontario, with a rich Ojibway cultural heritage.

POPULATION

247

Rank #576 nationally

GEOGRAPHY

59.9 KM²

Rank #190 nationally

BAND COUNCIL TERM

Indefinite

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Community Profile

Overview

Last Updated 2025-10-27 23:21:32 UTC

Name

Ojibway Nation of Saugeen (ISC Code: 258)

Former Names

Saugeen First Nation, Savant Lake Band

Band Style

First Nation

Cultural Area

Boreal Forest/Northwestern Ontario

Indigenous Language

Ojibway (Anishinaabemowin)

Number of Registered Members

247

Band Website

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Phone Number

(807) 928-2824

Fax Number

(807) 928-2710

Address

GENERAL DELIVERY, SAVANT LAKE, ON

General Email

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Band Council

Governance Type

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Chief

JOHN MACHIMITY

Term Expires

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Number of Council Members

JOHN MACHIMITY

Chief

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KENNETH BERNARD ROGERS

Councillor

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HARLEY DAWN MACHIMITY

Councillor

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MELONY DAWN NECAN

Councillor

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Administrative Contacts

Financial Overview

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Band Financial Statements

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Band Council Remuneration

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2022 - Schedule of Remuneration and Expenses

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Band Owned Corporations

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Laws, Bylaws, and Codes

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Intergovernmental Agreements

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Active Court Cases

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Downloadable Court Records

Ojibway Nation of Saugeen v. Derose

Location Map

Reserves

ISC Code: 6078
OJIBWAY NATION OF SAUGEEN
5986.0 Hectares
20 KM NW/NO OF/DE SAVANT LAKE
[50.23748699999999, -90.7007]

Media Reports

Indigenous Leaders: Peter Collins to lead new economic era for First Nations

SON raises concerns over Bill 5

Bridge is a symbol of connection for Saugeen Shores and Saugeen First Nation

Saugeen First Nation Powwow showcases culture, promotes togetherness

‘Like a breath of fresh air’: Saugeen chief reacts to Supreme Court decision on ownership of disputed Sauble Beach shoreline

Beach returned to First Nation after 170 years following Canada legal battle

Saugeen First Nation looks to the future after Supreme Court denies appeal in dispute over Ontario beach

Facing COVID-19 outbreak, Saugeen First Nation in Ontario asks for help to reverse 'panic'

Study challenges Métis rights claims in Saugeen Ojibway Nation territory

Q&A: Saugeen First Nation councillors explain surprise name change for popular beach

Work near known burial site concerns Saugeen Ojibway members

The Chiefs of Ontario support the Saugeen Ojibway Nation in release of new research report: Assessing Métis Historical Claims to Rights in SON Territory

Saugeen Ojibway Nation pursues next steps after Supreme Court denies appeal

Construction near burial site sparks outcry from Saugeen Ojibway Nation

Saugeen Ojibway Nation Raises Alarm After Construction Activity Begins Near Known Burial Site

Indigenous Leaders: Peter Collins to lead new economic era for First Nations

Decision released on land claims by the Saugeen Ojibway Nation

Construction near burial site sparks outcry from Saugeen Ojibway Nation

Be Careful Not to Legitimize False Claims in Your Indigenous Land Acknowledgements

Ojibway woman fights for her ancestral rights

New Saugeen First Nation housing development a leader in design

Decision released on land claims by the Saugeen Ojibway Nation

Ten year scholarship program for Saugeen First Nation students

First Nations in Ontario

Court Ruling On Indigenous Title Threatens Private Property Rights

Indigenous Peoples Day, a Summer Solstice at Bruce County Museum

Ontario Court of Appeal upholds decision in Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation case

Study challenges Métis rights claims in Saugeen Ojibway Nation territory

Natives, MNR reach commercial fishing accord

Women of Ojibway Nation of Saugeen No. 258 protest at lawyer's office

UPDATE: Indigenous remains recovered from compost facility

Wasauksing First Nation Circuit Riders take home first place during First Nations Housing Conference

Indigenous Vendors Market Starts Tonight At Saugeen First Nation

Métis Nation of Ontario distances itself from Saugeen Métis claims in territory dispute

Fraud charges laid against former president of Saugeen Ojibway Nation Finance Corporation

Work To Restore Saugeen First Nation Amphitheatre & Gardens Begins

Ontario lawsuit underscores Indigenous anger over being left out of resource decisions

Development company unearths First Nations history at Craigleith

Saugeen Ojibway Nation, Bruce Power, Isogen and ITM double down on production of cancer-fighting medical isotopes

Habitat and Saugeen First Nation work together on more homes

Métis Nation of Ontario distances itself from Saugeen Métis claims in territory dispute

Study challenges Métis rights claims in Saugeen Ojibway Nation territory

Federal Court Affirms Removal of First Nations Chief and Councillors Appointed for Life

'We don't want another 30 years of dictatorship': First Nation unites to oust 'lifetime' chief

Report disputes Métis rights claims in Saugeen Ojibway Nation territory

Drawing a line in the sand: Ontario Court of Appeal rules part of Sauble Beach belongs to Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation

Saugeen First Nation chief re-elected in close vote

Saugeen Ojibway Nation walkers visit proposed nuclear waste site

Saugeen Ojibway Nation asks judge to rule on Sauble Beach ownership

Saugeen First Nation Water Walk raises awareness of Indigenous concerns

'Listening to the water': Saugeen Ojibway Nation set to vote on proposed nuclear waste burial site

A First Nation's 'lifetime' chief faces an opposition movement

Ritchie re-elected Saugeen First Nation Chief

Indigenous group vows to stop nuclear waste shipments unless new deal struck

A Long Way to “Here from There” – How the Potawatomi people left their original lands to become part of Saugeen First Nation

Saugeen Shores and First Nations Negotiating Land Claim Agreement

Saugeen Indian bands buy $72 million stake in power line

Fig. 1. The traditional territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation...

Collingwood and Saugeen Ojibway Nation seek Saugeen First Nations Artists’ works

2016 Census Aboriginal Community Portrait – Saugeen First Nation

Bruce County Endorses Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan

Indigenous Relations Supplier Network tours Saugeen Ojibway Nation communities

Saugeen First Nation deemed rightful owners of part of Sauble Beach

Ontario Starting Pre-Development Work for Pumped Storage Project in Meaford

‘Duty to Consult’ Turns Guelph Faculty into First Nations Advisers

Returning land part of reconciliation with First Nations

Ontario Court Of Appeal Upholds Decision That Aboriginal Interests In Reserve Lands Can Displace Private Land Interests

Indigenous Peoples Day – a day to remember, honour and learn

Clean energy project will help power Ontario and bring revenue to Saugeen Ojibway Nation

Repatriating Indigenous artifacts and ancestral remains to First Nations

First Nation wins ownership of Sauble Beach waterfront

Decision released on land claims by the Saugeen Ojibway Nation

National chief visits Chippewas of Nawash, Saugeen First Nation communities

Ground-breaking ceremony at Saugeen First Nation for new Habitat homes

Saugeen First Nation honours veterans on National Indigenous Veterans’ Day

First Nations claim Lake Huron, Georgian Bay as landmark trial starts

Tensions with First Nations threaten to delay nuclear waste facility

Anishinabek Nation joins Saugeen Ojibway Nation in opposition to burying nuclear waste

This clean power project could green Ontario’s electricity and change how First Nations do deals — if it can ever get built

Scubby’s Point protected archeological site again under scrutiny

Human remains found in Bruce County compost site of Indigenous descent

Saugeen Shores new Council adopts new Indigenous Land Acknowledgement Policy at Inaugural meeting

G. C. Huston Principal honoured by First Nations for years of service

Court Releases Decision On Saugeen Ojibway Nation Title And Treaty Claims

Why the names of dead people remain on a First Nations band list

Saugeen First Nations – Memorial Unveiling: Minjimendaamin – We Remember

Federal underfunding of Indigenous housing leads to years-long wait-lists, frustration

Saugeen Ojibway Nation pursues next steps after Supreme Court denies appeal

National Indigenous First Peoples Day: Saugeen First Nations man who fought with Tecumseh in the War of 1812

Wesley United Church – memories that linger

Planning for Georgian Bay Pumped Energy project moves to next step

Ontario judge rules stretch of Sauble Beach belongs to Saugeen First Nation

Bruce County, Ont. and Saugeen First Nation settle land claim

Human remains found in Bruce County compost site of Indigenous descent

First Nations won’t back nuclear plant expansion until waste questions are answered

Ontario Court of Appeal Sends Aboriginal Title Claim to Lands Under Lake Huron and Georgian Bay Back to Trial Court

A First Nation's 'lifetime' chief faces an opposition movement

Saugeen Ojibway Nation wants the nuclear waste issue dealt with

Anishinaabe cook uses language to teach about traditional food

Troubled waters: Disputes over lakes, waterfronts have roared between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians

Saugeen First Nation barricades campground

Saugeen Ojibway Nation land and claim trial opens Thursday

Decision released on land claims by the Saugeen Ojibway Nation

'This is a forever project': Indigenous community mulls nuclear waste bunker

Two Ontario First Nations are claiming title to large parts of Lake Huron and Georgian Bay. Here's what that means

Saugeen Ojibway Nation leadership meeting

Saugeen First Nation seeks court ruling on century-old boundary dispute in Sauble Beach

Saugeen First Nation Artist Designs Special Toronto Argonauts Logo

First Nation wins ownership of Sauble Beach waterfront

Saugeen First Nation seeks court ruling in Sauble Beach claim

Jesse Wente – a charismatic speaker when it comes to Indigenous history and moving forward

Saugeen First Nation Chief returns in 2024 election

Women from northern Ontario First Nation plan to 'dehorn' their chief

Saugeen First Nation holds ceremony to mark historic times at Sauble

Museum re-opens newly designed First Nation Gallery

Saugeen First Nation and Saugeen Shores celebrate Truth and Reconciliation Day together

Hospice at Saugeen First Nation will provide 'culturally familiar' care

Saugeen First Nation wins land claim over Sauble Beach after decades in court

New mural in Huron County by Saugeen artist takes inspiration from Indigenous teachings

Saugeen First Nation wins treaty ruling on century-old land dispute in Sauble Beach

Government of Canada teams up with Indigenous partners, Bruce Power and the medical isotope community to fight cancer

Grey Bruce now a variant hot spot as Red Cross arrives at Saugeen First Nation in Ontario

Men of Saugeen First Nation continue to learn dry stonewalling skill

Grey County settles claim with Saugeen Ojibway Nation

Historic human bones found in landfill to be repatriated to First Nation

First Nation sues for title to massive, scenic swath of Ontario and $90B as landmark trial starts

First Nations artists chosen to create art for new water plant

Reconciliation and cross-culture relationship building through hockey

Indigenous community votes down proposed nuclear waste bunker near Lake Huron

Ontario First Nations strike revenue-sharing deal with Canada’s largest nuclear plant

'Not realistic': Saugeen Ojibway Nation may not vote on nuclear waste plan in 2024

Saugeen Ojibway Nation (Anishinaabe) Ecological Knowledge

Canada's nuclear waste agency says it was scammed out of $300K meant for First Nation in Ontario

Dozens of members of Saugeen First Nation in Ontario were given expired COVID-19 vaccines for a month

First Nation's lifetime chief goes to Federal Court to preserve position

Ailing 'lifetime' chief of Ojibway Nation of Saugeen appoints wife as successor

Saugeen Ojibway Nation confronts effects of climate change on whitefish fishery

Night Market opens June 6 in Saugeen First Nation

'We don't want another 30 years of dictatorship': First Nation unites to oust 'lifetime' chief

Saugeen Ojibway Nation raises concerns about Metis rights in territory

Nuclear industry selects site in northwestern Ontario for waste disposal amidst regional opposition

Tears after Federal Court ruling ends decades-long 'dictatorship' in northern Ontario First Nation

Saugeen First Nation Wins a Centuries-Long Territorial Dispute Over Iconic Ontario Beach

Saugeen First Nation opens its doors to hospice care

Bruce Power supplier partners donate $75,000 to Saugeen Ojibway Nation youth programs

Saugeen Ojibway Nation has many questions for TC Energy

Improved health care access in Saugeen First Nation

Moving nuclear waste through traditional territories could face opposition, Ontario First Nation says

'We've come a long way' local First Nation chief says

Saugeen First Nation artist designs Indigenous logo for CFL

Saugeen Ojibway Nation pursues next steps after Supreme Court denies appeal

First Nations and allies resist proposed radioactive waste repository

Prioritize Indigenous Approaches to Climate Action

Academic Research

The Anishinaabeg of Chief's Point

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

An investigation into the local and traditional knowledge of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation regarding the status of ciscoes (Coregonus spp.) in Lake Huron

Land Back: A Case Study of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation and One County's Attempt at Reconciliation

The history of the Saugeen Indians

Chiefs and Councils Saugeen Ojibway Nation

Saugeen Ojibway Nation community input and action: Initiating a two-eyed seeing approach for dikameg (Coregonus clupeaformis) in Lake Huron

Solemn promises and solum rights: the Saugeen Ojibway fishing grounds and R. v. Jones and Nadjiwon

Schmalz," The History of the Saugeen Indians"(Book Review)

Case Brief: Applications of Ecological Footprint to Saugeen Ojibway Nation Land Claims

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

Cultures and ecologies: a native fishing conflict on the Saugeen-Bruce Peninsula

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

Cultures and ecologies: a native fishing conflict on the Saugeen-Bruce Peninsula

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

Cultures and ecologies: a native fishing conflict on the Saugeen-Bruce Peninsula

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

Disunity and dispossession: Nawash Ojibwa and Potawatomi in the Saugeen territory, 1836-1865

Native Fishing Conflicts on the Saugeen-Bruce Peninsula: Perspectives on Resource Relations Past and Present

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

History of the Ojibway nation

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

History of the Ojibway nation

Identifying the Ojibway of northern Lake Superior and the boundary Water region, 1650-1750

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

History of the Ojibway nation

An investigation into the local and traditional knowledge of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation regarding the status of ciscoes (Coregonus spp.) in Lake Huron

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

History of the Ojibway nation

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

History of the Ojibway nation

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

History of the Ojibway nation

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

History of the Ojibway nation

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

History of the Ojibway nation

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

History of the Ojibway nation

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

History of the Ojibway nation

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

History of the Ojibway nation

Calculating the Biocapacity of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation Claims of Title and Treaty

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

History of the Ojibway nation

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

Disunity and dispossession: Nawash Ojibwa and Potawatomi in the Saugeen territory, 1836-1865

Cultures and ecologies: a native fishing conflict on the Saugeen-Bruce Peninsula

A Brief History of the Saugeen Peninsula

Band Publications

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Third Party Reports

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