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Peawanuck First Nation
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Peawanuck First Nation, Indigenous settlement near Hudson Bay in Ontario, Canada.

Peawanuck is an Indigenous settlement located where the Winisk and Shamattawa rivers meet in northern Ontario. The community is home to around 237 residents in one of Canada's most remote areas.

The community relocated from Winisk to its current location in 1986 after a major flood. Residents rebuilt their settlement on higher ground in just seven months.

The name Peawanuck comes from the Cree language and means flintstone, reflecting the geological character of the landscape. This connection to the land shapes how people live and interact with their surroundings today.

The settlement is reached mainly by air through Peawanuck Airport, which operates year-round. Winter roads provide seasonal connections to nearby communities, though access remains limited during other times of the year.

The settlement is powered by three diesel generators, illustrating the challenges of operating in such a remote location. A nursing station equipped with telemedicine connects residents to distant healthcare providers for consultations and care.

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55.00830,-85.42220
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December 7, 2025 19:25
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