Pictured above: The Northern Store in Moosonee, 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 Moosonee, ON are a testament to our commitment.   

The town of Moosonee is located on the left bank of the Moose River, approximately 19 km south of the James Bay, opposite to Moose Factory. It became incorporated as a town in January 1, 2001 and it is considered to be “the Gateway to the Arctic” with the province’s only saltwater port.

Moosonee has a population of 1,405 residents (per 2016 Census, Statistics Canada) with about 85% being Cree. The main language is English with Cree as a second language. There is no road connection to the community; it is only accessible by plane or by train service provided by Ontario Northland, from Cochrane, ON. The community is also connected to Moose Factory by water taxi in the summer and by ice road in the winter.  

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

1. Employment: We are one of the most prominent employers in Moosonee, with our Northern store employing 65 individuals. Our commitment to local talent is demonstrated through our workforce consisting of 14% Indigenous employees.*  

2. Capital Investment: Northern has made a $5,877,452 capital investment in the Moosonee store over a 10-year period.*

3. Annual Economic Impact: Northern is making a positive impact in Moosonee, with $2,858,495 annual economic impact in the community.*

Our Northern Store Manager, Norman Huffman and his team are dedicated community supporters.

Pictured above: Moosonee Northern store staff working in collaboration with Timmins Native Friendship Centre over the past months.

“The community is very family-centered. Everyone looks out for one another, especially in times of need. We are grateful for the opportunity to work closely with Timmins Native Friendship Centre – they provide food, shelter and support for hundreds of people throughout the community on a daily basis. Thanks to their support, we were able to contribute in different ways and several activities for the community residents throughout the year,” said Huffman.

*For the year ending 2019