COVID INFORMATION & SUPPORT

 

The Georgina Island Storytelling Project

Our stories celebrate our heritage and identity as Chippewa people. They preserve and teach our Indigenous ways of knowing and knowledge for the future generations of Georgina Island. In the tradition of oral history over generations, our youth - in their turn - will carry on this legacy to protect and share our proud history and who we are as the Chippewas of Georgina Island.

March 26, 2026

NOTICE TO COTTAGERS / LEASEHOLDERS

Effective Today

Dear Cottagers and Leaseholders,

Due to the current uncertainty and changing conditions on the lake, the Aazhaawe will be operating for Band Members only at this time.

We understand this may cause inconvenience, and we appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue to monitor lake and operating conditions closely.

Leaseholders and cottagers will be notified as soon as the vessel is able to reopen for public use. Security has been notified and all non-essential travellers will be turned away at the ferry dock.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Miigwech,

Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation

Chief and Council

Dear Community Members, Contractors, and Leaseholders,

We have recently experienced a significant increase in ferry usage due to ongoing construction and higher travel volumes. To ensure smooth operations and prioritize community needs, Chief and Council have designated the following blackout dates for construction vehicles, including contractor vehicles, on the Aazhaawe ferry for 2026.

Please note:

Blackout Dates for Construction Vehicles:

Additionally, no hauling will be permitted on Fridays during July and August. This means oversized trucks and vehicles will not have access to the ferry on those Fridays throughout the summer.

Please refer to the attached 2026 calendar for a complete list of blackout dates. These restrictions apply to all construction vehicles and deliveries.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we work together to support our community.

Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation

Quick-reference date list by month

February

April

May

July (Fridays — No hauling)

August (Fridays — No hauling)

September

October

December

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If your contact info has changed recently, please take a moment to update it

https://georginaisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/addressesform.pdf

Please complete the form and send to Sylvia McCue sylvia.mccue@georginaisland.com or contact the Lands/Membership Department. 705-437-1337.

Click here to read the notice Link

2025 HBC Program

2025 HBC Application for PDF fillable

Spring/Summer Schedule effective until September 30, 2024.

Fall/Winter Schedule effective October 1, 2024 until May 1, 2025, weather permitting.

The Chippewas of Georgina Island Powwow 2024

Held once again at Sutton District High School

We are excited to announce the return of the annual Brett Mooney Charity Golf Classic on Friday August 9th, 2024!

The tournament will taking place at Cedarhurst Golf Club, located at 4-825 Concession Rd, Beaverton, Ontario.

Brett was a proud GIFN member and leader who loved his community. He was always assisting others in any way he could. With this annual golf tournament we continue to carry out his goodwill by donating all funds raised to a community member who is battling an illness.

Attached are links to the sponsorship form, prize form and registration form.

DJ’s Morgan Priester & Chris Big Canoe

NEWS:  We are now live streaming! Here is the Link  : Nish Radio Stream Link 

Morgan Priester hosts the morning show on CFGI 92.3FM Nish Radio on Georgina Island. Morgan  was nominated for Best Aboriginal Music Program in 2008 at the Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards.

Chris Big Canoe is our afternoon and evening host!