Weenusk First Nation

Weenusk First Nation is an indigenous community in northern Ontario that occupies a territory of about 5310 hectares along Hudson Bay. The main settlement of Peawanuck and the surrounding wilderness form the core area of this First Nation.

The community was established at its original location but needed to relocate after a major flood in 1986. This move of roughly 30 kilometers southwest led to the founding of present-day Peawanuck.

The community keeps strong connections to Swampy Cree traditions, with residents speaking multiple indigenous languages including Cree, Oji-Cree, and Ojibwa. These languages remain part of everyday life and shape how people share their heritage.

The community administration operates from Peawanuck and provides essential services and communication options. Visitors should understand this is a remote location where service availability may be limited.

The name Weenusk comes from the Cree language and means groundhog, while the settlement name Peawanuck refers to a place where flint is found. These names reflect important elements of the local landscape and culture.

Location: Ontario

GPS coordinates: 55.02030,-85.70780

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:09