Pictured above: The Northern Store in Berens River, MB

Our Community Promise:

The North West Company Inc. is proud of the active role we play within the communities we serve, striving to make a positive, progressive difference. Our contributions within the community of Berens River, MB, are a testament to our commitment.  

Berens River is located about 270 kilometers north of Winnipeg along the eastern shore of Lake Winnipeg, and is accessible by air, boat and winter road. The First Nation community has an on-reserve population of 2,220 and an off-reserve population of 1,326 (as per 2019 Indigenous Services Canada data). Languages spoken within the community include Ojibway and English.

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North West is proud of the impact we have on the community.

1. Employment: We are one of the most prominent employers in Berens River, with our Northern store employing 16 individuals. Our commitment to local talent is demonstrated through our workforce consisting of 75% Indigenous employees.*  

2. Capital Investment: Northern has made a $1,458,494 capital investment in the Berens River store over a 10-year period.*

3. Annual Economic Impact: Northern is making a positive impact in Berens River, with $445,262 annual economic impact in the community.*

The community’s Northern Store Manager, William Doherty, and his team are strong and dedicated community supporters.

“The team at Berens River works very closely with the Frontier School Division to support their breakfast and lunch program,” said Doherty. “We’ve also taken part in the Diabetes Run and have received recognition from the councillors and community.”

*For the year ending 2019