Grandpa’s Convenience

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Specialty convenience store offering sago products, native brands, fish, moose, and crafts. Also sells cold drinks, snacks, canned goods, and home essentials.

Obadjiwan–Fort-Témiscamingue National Historic Site

Fort on water

Located in Abitibi-Témiscamingue, the Obadjiwan-Fort-Témiscamingue National Historic Site witnessed the presence of the Indigenous people about 6,000 years ago and was the scene of commercial rivalries. This former fur trading post is at the heart of regional history and is well worth a visit.

The Silver Moccasin

handmade mittens for sale

 The Moccasin represents the native culture and our specialty product. Our products include authentic Indigenous-made Canadian arts and crafts, novelty gifts and souvenirs. Our specialty moccasins are made in Canada by Indigenous artisans and from Indigenous-owned companies. Great care is taken to ensure all products meet our standards of quality that in turn allows you the customer, complete satisfaction with your purchases.

Anokawen

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Escape to our off-grid cabins on Manitoulin Island for a peaceful nature retreat. Each cabin is uniquely decorated with antiques and handicrafts from around the world. Wake up to the sounds of birds singing and gaze at the stars at night.

The Carter House

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Welcome to The Carter House in Kagawong, Ontario, a heritage home converted into an inn, offering an intimate bed and breakfast experience in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere.  

Nipigon River Pictographs

Pictographs

The Nipigon River Pictographs are located on cliffs in the Nipigon Bay at the mouth of the Nipigon River where it enters Lake Superior in Ontario’s Superior Country. The pictographs are only viewable by boat, canoe or kayak. There is a boat launch and EZ Dock for kayaks at the Nipigon Marina and a launch at the Red Rock Marina adjacent to the site. This Indigenous pictograph site is the second largest on Lake Superior – the first being the Agawa pictographs. The depictions are thought to be painted using red ochre mixed with sturgeon fish oil.

Iroqrafts

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Continue your Indigenous education with a visit to Iroqrafts, a unique store specializing in First Nations arts and crafts. The extensive collection of handmade jewelry, pottery, and traditional artwork will leave you wanting to take home a few souvenirs!

Whitefish Island

Boardwalk on Whitefish Island

Whitefish Island is located in Sault Ste Marie in Ontario’s Algoma Country. It is a 0.62 mile (1km) long teardrop-shaped island. The Island is just across the and can be accessed by footbridge. The island is a fantastic place to explore the walking trails that take you along the St Mary’s River. Whitefish Island was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1981 because of the pre contact remains found there and the Aboriginal encampment.

Wikwemikong Tourism

Wiky tourism hike

Finish your long weekend with a day exploring Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory, the largest Nation in Ontario by area. Take a hike on the Bebamikawe Trail, step into a guided cultural or culinary experience, visit Mishibinijma Art Gallery, and bring some of the Island home with you from the Wiky gift shop.

 

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