Attawapiskat Child and Family Wellbeing Services

09/06/2026

Please be advised that the AFN Administration, including the Child and Family Wellbeing Services Department, will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026. We will reopen Tuesday, September 8th at 9:00 AM.

Enjoy the long weekend.

Please see our Band Representative Services and Prevention Services On Call Schedules.

Meegwetch.

09/06/2026

AFTER-HOURS ON-CALL PREVENTION SUPPORT

Our on-call Prevention Workers are available to assist children, parents, caregivers and families with urgent prevention needs that arise after regular office hours, on weekends or during office closures.

✅ WHAT WE MAY HELP WITH - depends on the family’s immediate circumstances:

• Emergency diapers, wipes or formula
• Urgent food needs for children, such as milk or basic groceries
• Immediate hygiene or essential household supplies
• Connecting families with emergency shelters, crisis supports or community services
• Providing information, referrals and guidance
• Supporting families during an urgent situation affecting a child’s well-being
• Completing a brief assessment and arranging follow-up with the Prevention Team
• Helping families develop a short-term safety or support plan

⚠️If someone is in immediate danger, experiencing a medical emergency or there is an urgent safety threat, please contact local police, emergency medical services or the appropriate crisis service immediately.

On-call assistance is temporary emergency support. Families who need ongoing assistance will be connected with the Prevention Team during regular office hours for assessment, planning and follow-up.

Regular office hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Please note - we can be contacted by FB Messenger or email, until further notice

09/04/2026

Cedar Baths at the Healing Lodge

Starting Monday, September 7, cedar baths will be available at the Healing Lodge from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Wednesday, September 7–9.

Our facilitator will be Roxanne Mattinas. To schedule your cedar bath, please book directly with Roxanne.

09/04/2026

STATUS CARD SESSION IN TIMMINS

Attawapiskat First Nation will be hosting a Status Card Session in Timmins from Tuesday, September 22 to Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Location: 119 Pine Street South, Suite 308, Timmins, ON

Only 80 cards will be available.

Please review the poster for information regarding required identification, fees, eligibility, and other important requirements.

Signatures and photos will be taken on site. Please ensure you bring all required identification and documentation with you.

09/04/2026

📢 Prevention Program – After-Hours & Weekend Support

Our Prevention Staff will now have an On-Call Calendar in place to better support our children and families when urgent needs come up outside of regular office hours. The official on-call calendar and information poster will be posted tomorrow.

In the meantime, for any urgent requests after 5:00 PM or during weekends, please message or email me directly.
Teyonna T Spence
[email protected]

After-hours support is intended for urgent needs, such as diapers, formula, essential food items, or other immediate necessities involving children and families.

We understand that these situations have come up in the past, and unfortunately, we did not have a proper after-hours process in place at the time. I am currently working on putting a clear process in place so our Prevention Staff can respond appropriately while also ensuring everything is properly documented and accounted for.

Please keep an eye out tomorrow for our Prevention On-Call Calendar and After-Hours Support information.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue building and improving our Prevention Program to better support our community. ❤️

09/03/2026

Prevention Services Program Calendar for September

To register, please email:

Olivia Chum
Youth Prevention Worker
[email protected]

Cheyenne Mattinas
Youth Prevention Worker
[email protected]

Teyonna Spence
Prevention Manager
[email protected]

Charlene Linklater
Program Assistant - Prevention
[email protected]

Meegwetch and we hope to see you join us.

09/02/2026

Band Representatives On-Call Schedule for September.

Office Contact:

Theresa Spence
Acting Band Representative Manager
Email: [email protected]
Mobile: 705-221-0912

If you require assistance after regular office hours, please contact the Band Representative on call.

Meegwetch,

Band Representative Services
Attawapiskat First Nation Child & Family Wellbeing Services

08/25/2026

The Attawapiskat First Nation Child & Family Wellbeing Services Prevention Team is seeking a reliable truck for rent to support daily program operations.

The vehicle would be required for use seven days a week. The truck would primarily remain available to the Prevention Team; however, we are open to arrangements that allow the owner to access the vehicle when needed, provided this can be coordinated in advance with the team.

If you have a suitable truck available for rent and are interested in discussing rental terms and availability, please contact Teyonna Spence at [email protected].

Interested vehicle owners are encouraged to reach out as soon as possible.

08/24/2026

Please see the following Public Memorandum released by Teyonna Spence, Prevention Manager.

This is to ensure EVERY family of Attawapiskat First Nation is helped during their time of need.

Meegwetch for your understanding.

08/19/2026