Keewaytinook Okimakanak, translating to ‘Northern Chiefs’ in Oji-Cree, is a non-political Chiefs Council serving Deer Lake, Fort Severn, Keewaywin, McDowell Lake, North Spirit Lake, and Poplar Hill First Nations.
Governed by the Chiefs of these member First Nations who comprise the Board of Directors, our organization operates with a keen understanding of community needs and a collaborative team-based approach. We provide advisory and assistance services to our member First Nations, facilitating their progress and development.
The Council offers a spectrum of services spanning health, education, economic development, employment assistance, legal aid, public works, finance, administration, and computer communications (K-Net Services).
Current Chiefs
Chief Lenard Mamakeesick, Deer Lake First Nation
Council Member Dennis Bluecoat, Fort Severn First Nation
Council Member Levius Miles, Fort Severn First Nation
Council Member Cheryl Thomas, Fort Severn First Nation
Chief Chris Kakegamic, Keewaywin First Nation
Chief Lois James, McDowell Lake First Nation
Chief Brandon Rae, North Spirit Lake First Nation
Chief Alvin Owen, Poplar Hill First Nation
