Our Stories

Join us as we share stories about our home and community, Georgina Island First Nation. Our proud heritage is a living tribute to our ancestors and Chippewa people.

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Black and white photo of a large group posing outdoors in a field.

History of Georgina Island

Susan Hoeg (nee Vernon)
Two women sitting on a couch, one elderly, both with calm expressions.

Chickens on the Porch

Elaine McCue
A family standing by a boat on a rocky lakeshore.

The Harris Charles family

Wayne Harris
1949
Three women sitting on a couch with the one woman handing something to another.

Life on the Island

Barbara McDonald
A group of kids sitting on a stage with their hands up in the air cheering.

Life is About Moments

Four people smiling and sitting together in a vintage photograph.

Georgina's Soldiers

Wayne Harris

Getting Your Own Medicine

Sam York
Two women sitting on a couch, one elderly, both with calm expressions.

Favourite Part About the Island

Elaine McCue
Woman sitting on a porch

Language is Culture

Barb McDonald

Coyote Mentoring Program on Georgina Island

A vintage family photo with seven people, four women and three men, smiling indoors.

My New Job

Rob Porte
Four people sitting together on a couch, smiling warmly.

Don't Forget Your Roots