Pictured above: The Northern Store in Kasabonika, ON.

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 Kasabonika Lake First Nation, ON, are a testament to our commitment.   

Kasabonika Lake First Nation is an Oji-Cree First Nations band government located north of Sioux Lookout, ON. The community has a population of 849 residents, as per 2016 Census of Statistics Canada, where the vast majority are First Nations, and 10 percent are Métis.

Isolated by nature, the community’s only access is by plane, as there are no roads into the community.

Did you know?

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

1. Employment: We are one of the most prominent employers in Kasabonika Lake First Nation, with our Northern store employing 22 individuals. Our commitment to local talent is demonstrated through our workforce consisting of 45% Indigenous employees.*  

2. Capital Investment: Northern has made a $3,211,271 capital investment in the Kasabonika store over a 10-year period.*

3. Annual Economic Impact: Northern is making a positive impact in Kasabonika Lake First Nation, with $1,004,812 annual economic impact in the community.*

Our Northern Store Manager, Sheheryar Khan and his team are significant community supporters.

“As part of the community, we are involved in all aspects. We love what we do and enjoy being able to serve our community members, we look out for everyone’s well-being and are committed to continuing to support the community.”

*For the year ending 2019