Wabun Tribal Council (WTC) is a non-profit regional Chief’s Council that represents, advocates and provides services to 5 First Nations (Brunswick House, Chapleau Ojibwe, Flying Post, Matachewan and Mattagami). The Chiefs of the First Nations make up of organization’s Board of Directors.
The Training and Employment Services (TES) department of the council is responsible for the delivery of funds and programs to its five member First Nations.
Wabun Tribal Council made history in December 1993 as the first organization in Ontario to take over the administration of health programming from the First Nations & Inuit Health Branch of Health Canada.
From mining exploration, development and operation, to forestry and hydro-electric facilities, Wabun’s First Nations have applied a consistent and progressive approach to engaging with various resource developers.
WTC is committed to providing support services and programs for the youth of its member First Nations. Wabun coordinates a Youth Gathering that takes place every summer.