Northeastern Manitoulin Family Health Team

Little Current / Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands, ON

 

Nestled in the heart of Northern Ontario, Little Current and the surrounding communities of Northeastern Manitoulin and theIslands offer an unparalleled blend of professional opportunity, natural beauty, and vibrant community living.

 

As the gateway tothe world's largest freshwater island, this picturesque region boasts stunning waterfront views, a charming downtown, and ahost of recreational activities, from boating and fishing to hiking and cycling. For healthcare professionals, the area provides thechance to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit community while enjoying a balanced lifestyle. With excellent schools, richcultural heritage, and a welcoming atmosphere, Little Current is more than a place to work—it's a place to thrive.

Parking

 

There is no cost to park at either the Mindemoya or Little Current sites of Manitoulin Health Centre.

 

Manitoulin Health Centre welcomes visitors from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily

 

  • In consideration of other resting patients and care requirements, visitors are limited to two visitors per patients at one time.
  • Children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult and be supervised at all times.
  • Visiting patients in the Emergency Department (ED) is determined by the ED staff.
  • Please check with the nursing staff to discuss visiting options for special care areas such as Labour and Delivery and the Hospice Suite.
  • If patients require additional rest or are undergoing a procedure, visiting may be restricted.
  • If you see signage outside a patient’s room indicating that precautions must be taken, please speak to a nurse before entering the room. This is to protect both you and the patient.

 

These visiting guidelines are intended to provide our patients with privacy and the time that they need to rest and to heal, and to help us reduce the risk of infection.

 

The main entrance at both sites will be locked between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.

 

Visitor restrictions will continue to be implemented in specific circumstances such as an outbreak or emergency situations.

 

Barrier free washrooms are available for your use in the main corridors at each site.

 

It is important to clean your hands before and after visiting. Please use the hand sanitizer solution provided in hallways, patient rooms and main entrances.

 

MHC is a scent aware facility. Please limit the use of scents prior to visiting as some staff, patients, and visitors are sensitive to scents.

 

We look forward to your visit!

Demographics

 

  • Population: NEMI - 2 640, Wikwemikong - 2 730 (2021)
  • Languages: English | French | Ojibwe
  • Indigenous & Metis Population: 16.7% (2021)
  • Marital Status: 56.84% married or common law | 43.16% single (2021)
  • Average Household Income: $84,115
  • Highest Level of Education: 94.2% OSSD | 52.8% Post secondary
  • Employment: 54.8% full time employment | 45.2% part-time employment
  • Transportation: Hwy 540 | Hwy 6 | Little Current Swing Bridge | Spider Bay Marina
  • Average House Price: $452,333 (December 2024)

 

Community Dynamics

 

Industries

  • Sales & Service
  • Trades
  • Transport & Equipment
  • Management
  • Business & Finance
  • Health  

 

Major Employers: 

  • Manitoulin Health Center
  • Manitoulin Centennial Manor
  • Hydro One,
  • Town of NEMI
  • Manitoulin Hotel,
  • Orr's Value Mart
  • Little Current Public School
  • Bank of Montreal,
  • TD Bank
  • Manitoulin Expositor
  • Trades 

 

Education:

  • Little Current Public School
  • Manitoulin Secondary School
  • Cambrian College (satellite campus) 

 

Library: 

  • NEMI Public Library

 

Museum:

  • The Centennial Museum of Sheguiandah

 

Service Clubs:

  • Little Current Lion's Club
  • MHC Auxiliary

 

Community Support Services:

  • Mnaamodzawin Health Services: Community Health | Mental Health | Healthy Child Development | Home Care | Diabetes | Traditional Services

Parking

 

There is no cost to park at either the Mindemoya or Little Current sites of Manitoulin Health Centre.

 

Manitoulin Health Centre welcomes visitors from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily

 

  • In consideration of other resting patients and care requirements, visitors are limited to two visitors per patients at one time.
  • Children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult and be supervised at all times.
  • Visiting patients in the Emergency Department (ED) is determined by the ED staff.
  • Please check with the nursing staff to discuss visiting options for special care areas such as Labour and Delivery and the Hospice Suite.
  • If patients require additional rest or are undergoing a procedure, visiting may be restricted.
  • If you see signage outside a patient’s room indicating that precautions must be taken, please speak to a nurse before entering the room. This is to protect both you and the patient.

 

These visiting guidelines are intended to provide our patients with privacy and the time that they need to rest and to heal, and to help us reduce the risk of infection.

 

The main entrance at both sites will be locked between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.

 

Visitor restrictions will continue to be implemented in specific circumstances such as an outbreak or emergency situations.

 

Barrier free washrooms are available for your use in the main corridors at each site.

 

It is important to clean your hands before and after visiting. Please use the hand sanitizer solution provided in hallways, patient rooms and main entrances.

 

MHC is a scent aware facility. Please limit the use of scents prior to visiting as some staff, patients, and visitors are sensitive to scents.

 

We look forward to your visit!

Recreation

 

Recreation Facilities:

  • NEMI Recreation Centre 

 

Parks: 

  • McLean’s Park
  • Low Island Park
  • Turner Park k 

 

Recreation:

  • Hockey
  • Curling Club
  • Tennis
  • Pickleball
  • Baseball Diamond
  • Fitness Center

 

Athletics: 

  • Manitoulin Panthers
  • Manitoulin Lady Panthers

 

Walking/Hiking/Snowshoeing Trails:

  • Little Current Recreational Walking Trail
  • McLean's Hiking Trail and Lookout
  • Waterfront View Trail
  • Swing Bridge Stroll
  • Skyline Trail
  • Freer Point
  • Bingham Trail
  • Bidwell Bog
  • Ten Mile Point
  • Lewis Twin Peaks
  • Sheguiandah Saunter
  • Sheguindah Archaelogical Tour  

 

Marinas:

  • Spider Bay Marina
  • Boyles Marina
  • Harbour Vue Marina 

 

Beaches:

  • Low Island Recreation Park

 

Major Events:

  • Haweater Weekend
  • Santa Claus Parade
  • Canada Day
  • Whitefish River First Nation Traditional Pow Wow
  • Wiikwemkoong Cultural Festival Pow Wow
  • Aundek Omni Kaning Pow Wow
  • Sheguiandah First Nation Powwow

 

Annual Events:

  • Fishing Derbys
  • Golf Tournaments
  • Baseball Tournaments
  • Winter Carnivals
  • Curling bonspiels
  • Hockey Tournaments
  • Annual Occasion Events

Parking

 

There is no cost to park at either the Mindemoya or Little Current sites of Manitoulin Health Centre.

 

Manitoulin Health Centre welcomes visitors from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily

 

  • In consideration of other resting patients and care requirements, visitors are limited to two visitors per patients at one time.
  • Children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult and be supervised at all times.
  • Visiting patients in the Emergency Department (ED) is determined by the ED staff.
  • Please check with the nursing staff to discuss visiting options for special care areas such as Labour and Delivery and the Hospice Suite.
  • If patients require additional rest or are undergoing a procedure, visiting may be restricted.
  • If you see signage outside a patient’s room indicating that precautions must be taken, please speak to a nurse before entering the room. This is to protect both you and the patient.

 

These visiting guidelines are intended to provide our patients with privacy and the time that they need to rest and to heal, and to help us reduce the risk of infection.

 

The main entrance at both sites will be locked between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.

 

Visitor restrictions will continue to be implemented in specific circumstances such as an outbreak or emergency situations.

 

Barrier free washrooms are available for your use in the main corridors at each site.

 

It is important to clean your hands before and after visiting. Please use the hand sanitizer solution provided in hallways, patient rooms and main entrances.

 

MHC is a scent aware facility. Please limit the use of scents prior to visiting as some staff, patients, and visitors are sensitive to scents.

 

We look forward to your visit!

Healthcare

 

The following health care facilities are located in this region:

 

  • Manitoulin Health Centre (Little Current site)
  • Northeastern Manitoulin Family Health Team (Little Current),
  • Aunduck Omni Kaning Health Centre (AOK)
  • Whitefish River Health Centre (Birch Island)
  • Wikwemikong Nursing Home,
  • Manitoulin Centennial Manor
  • Wikwemikong Health Centre (Wikwemikong)

 

Areas Serviced - Eastern Manitoulin
  • Little Current
  • Whitefish River First Nation
  • Aundeck Omni Kaning
  • Sheguiandah
  • Wikwemikong
  • Manitoulin Centennial Manor
  • Wikwemikong Nursing Home

 

Hospital Details
  • 17 inpatient beds
  • 1 hospice bed
  • 1 (OBS) and day surgery
  • 24-hour Emergency Department
  • Spiritual Room
  • Emergency Services available 24/7
 
Clinic Details

The Northeastern Manitoulin Family Health Team is comprised of the following Health care professionals:

  • Nurse Practitioners
  • Physician Assistants
  • Registered Nurses
  • Registered Practice Nurses
  • A Pharmacist
  • A Social Worker
  • A Midwife
  • A Dietician
  • Administrative Team who work with the physicians to provide quality, team-based care that is patient-centre

 

Physician Allocation:

13.5

 

Clinic Hours:

Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 4:00pm

 

Catchment Size: 

6,357

 

Primary Care Model Clinic:

RNPGA1

 

RIO:

68

 

Teaching:

Accepting learners and residents in family medicine

 

Housing:

Needs-based housing solutions available for NOSM students and healthcare professionals

 

Collegial Supports:

Mentorship opportunities are available and support is provided when required

 

Little Current and the Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands

 

Nestled in the heart of Northern Ontario, Little Current and the surrounding communities of Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands offer an unparalleled blend of professional opportunity, natural beauty, and vibrant community living. As the gateway to the world's largest freshwater island, this picturesque region boasts stunning waterfront views, a charming downtown, and a host of recreational activities, from boating and fishing to hiking and cycling. For healthcare professionals, the area provides the chance to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit community while enjoying a balanced lifestyle. With excellent schools, rich cultural heritage, and a welcoming atmosphere, Little Current is more than a place to work—it's a place to thrive.

 

Manitoulin Health Centre - Little Current
11 Meredith Street East 
Little Current, ON P0P 1K0

T: 705-368-2300

 

Northeastern Manitoulin Family Health Team
15 Meredith Street East
Little Current, ON P0P 1K0

T: 705-368-2450

 

Aundeck Omni Kaning Health Centre
48 Hillside Street 
AOK, ON, P0P 2K0

T: 705-368-0083

 

Whitefish River Health Centre
17 Rainbow Ridge Road, Unit B
Birch Island, ON, P0P 1A0

T: 705-285-4354


Wikwemikong Heath Centre
16A Complex Drive
Wikwemikong, ON, P0P 2J0

T: 705-859-3164

 

Join Our Community

Manitoulin Health Centre and Northeastern Manitoulin Family Health Team location in Little Current::

Aundeck Omni Kaning Health Centre Location:

Whitefish River Health Centre Location:

Whitefish River Health Centre Location:

Nestled in Northern Ontario, Little Current and the surrounding communities of Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands offer a rare blend of professional opportunity, natural beauty, and vibrant community life. As the gateway to the world’s largest freshwater island, the region features stunning waterfront views, a charming downtown, and endless outdoor activities. For healthcare professionals, it’s a chance to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit community while enjoying a balanced lifestyle. With excellent schools, cultural richness, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, Little Current is more than a place to work—it's a place to thrive.

 

Call us and speak to Sally Greenwood

Tel: 705-368-2450

Email: sgreenwood@nemfht.ca

 

Parking

 

There is no cost to park at either the Mindemoya or Little Current sites of Manitoulin Health Centre.

 

Manitoulin Health Centre welcomes visitors from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily

 

  • In consideration of other resting patients and care requirements, visitors are limited to two visitors per patients at one time.
  • Children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult and be supervised at all times.
  • Visiting patients in the Emergency Department (ED) is determined by the ED staff.
  • Please check with the nursing staff to discuss visiting options for special care areas such as Labour and Delivery and the Hospice Suite.
  • If patients require additional rest or are undergoing a procedure, visiting may be restricted.
  • If you see signage outside a patient’s room indicating that precautions must be taken, please speak to a nurse before entering the room. This is to protect both you and the patient.

 

These visiting guidelines are intended to provide our patients with privacy and the time that they need to rest and to heal, and to help us reduce the risk of infection.

 

The main entrance at both sites will be locked between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.

 

Visitor restrictions will continue to be implemented in specific circumstances such as an outbreak or emergency situations.

 

Barrier free washrooms are available for your use in the main corridors at each site.

 

It is important to clean your hands before and after visiting. Please use the hand sanitizer solution provided in hallways, patient rooms and main entrances.

 

MHC is a scent aware facility. Please limit the use of scents prior to visiting as some staff, patients, and visitors are sensitive to scents.

 

We look forward to your visit!