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Philosophy

My difficult journey of life has brought me here to cleanse my body, mind, soul, and spirit. With the guidance of the Creator, I will begin to live and heal in wellness with all creations once again.

The History of Migisi Alcohol & Drug Treatment Centre

Our centre officially opened in July of 1989. The mission of Migisi has been to guide and support anishinaabe people in their journey in a holistic way. Migisi Alcohol & Drug Treatment Centre is a 14 bed facility, located on the lakefront of Matheson Bay on Wauzhushk Onigum First Nation Near Kenora, Ontario. Our facility is also equipped with handicap accessibility. Migisi is funded by Health & Welfare Canada/National Native Alcohol & Drug Abuse Program (NNADAP). 

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(Photo taken by: Talon Drone)

If you would like more information about Migisi Alcohol & Drug Treatment Centre please contact us. We welcome your inquiries.

Tours for individuals or groups can be arranged. 

Migisi is pleased to provide speakers and presentations to service clubs, employers, and educational institutes.

About Migisi

The Migisi Team

We provide a warm & friendly community atmosphere with trained and dedicated staff to assist individuals in their healing journey.

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Julie Lessard

Interim Executive Director

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Courtney Penace

Finance Manager/Executive Assistant

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Arlene Morris

Cook

Dave Bunting

Maintenance

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Lee Morris

Senior Indigenous Healing Counselor

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Clifford Kavanaugh

Traditional Lead/Indigenous Healing Counselor

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Brian Pelly

Indigenous Support Worker

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Jon Powassin

Indigenous Healing Councillor

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Joelle Roy

A/Intake/Reception

Stan Skead

Indigenous Support Worker

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Gary Copenace

Night Attendant

About Migisi

Services

Client Forms

Contact

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Migisi Alcohol &
Drug Treatment 
Centre

Our centre officially opened its doors in July of 1989. The mission of Migisi has been to guide and support anishinaabe people in their journey in a holistic way. We provide a warm & friendly community atmosphere with trained and dedicated staff to assist individuals in their healing journey.

P.O. Box 1340
Kenora, Ontario
P9N 3X7

Phone: (807)-548-5959 
Toll Free: 1.888.223.2284
Fax: 807.548.2084
Email: migisitreatmentcentre@bellnet.ca

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