Our Community

Nestled along the stunning Indigenous north shores of Lake Wahnapitei in Ontario, Canada, Wahnapitae is a flourishing Anishinaabek First Nations community rooted in pride, tradition, and the enduring belief that the land is borrowed from future generations. The community's traditional name translates to "the place where the water is shaped like a tooth," reflecting its deep connection to the natural landscape.

Wahnapitae is home to over 170 residents, with more than 700 members living across the globe, from Canada to as far as Australia. As the community continues to grow, it thrives as a dynamic blend of families, entrepreneurs, and dedicated volunteers, united in building a resilient and prosperous future for generations to come.

Located on the north shores of Lake Wahnapitae, Wahnapitae is a signatory of the Robinson-Huron Treaty (1850) and an Ojibway community of the Anishinabek Nation. The community has a land base of 3.2 km X 3.2 km and is accessible through logging roads. It is a developing community that is true and strong in cultural identity originating from its people and traditions.

Wahnapitae First Nation’s strongest assets are its people and the natural environment. Preservation of both is critical, both for environmental and for the preservation of our Anishinaabe culture and traditions. The people who choose to live and work in the community are adventurous spirits with a strong sense of identity and community pride.