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Wiigwas Elder and Senior Care (Wiigwas) is a not-for-profit organization incorporated in 2020 under the leadership of Kenora Chiefs Advisory – Ogimaawabiitong to own and operate a 96-bed long-term care home formerly known as Birchwood Terrace overlooking Lake of the Woods. The Home received its charitable status in 2025.

Wiigwas commenced operations from the former owner in October of 2021. The Home welcomes all residents and is the preferred destination of First Nations community members from Ontario’s northwest and remote communities who require long-term care. The Home has undergone major renovations and upgrades in the last five years including a refreshed dining room with the most incredible view of the lake, a new roof, new elevator and dumbwaiter, new generator, and sprinkler system. Resident rooms feature brand new bedroom furniture including new dressers, night tables, beds and mattresses. The home is equipped with the latest to ensure resident safety.

Wiigwas provides compassionate care in a welcoming home setting. The Home is culturally responsive to the unique needs of the northern First Nations in Treaty #3 and offers services and programs to meet the needs of all residents of the greater Kenora District.

If you have any questions regarding the Home and the services we offer, please do not hesitate to reach out to any of the team – we are here to support our residents, family, visitors and staff.

Miigwetch / thank you!

Warm regards,
Lois