Find stores in Town of Attawapiskat ᐊᑕᐗᐱᐢᑲᑐᐎ ᐃᓂᓂᐧᐊᐠ

Attawapiskat is a remote First Nations community located on the western coast of James Bay in Ontario, Canada. The town is home to about 2,000 members of the Attawapiskat First Nation and is accessible only by air or seasonal ice road. Fishing and hunting are central to the community's economy and traditional way of life, but the town also has a small health center, school, and a recently built arena. Attawapiskat has struggled with issues such as poverty, mental health, and housing with the town making international news in 2011 following a state of emergency declaration due to a severe housing crisis. Despite these challenges, the community remains resilient and proud of their culture and heritage.