Walpole Island First Nation re-enforces residency by-law – Sydenham Current

November 5, 2025

Chief and Council of Walpole Island First Nation have announced the re-enforcement of the community’s Residency By-Law, requiring non-Band members living on or seeking to reside on the First Nation to apply for residency approval.

In a notice issued October 31, Chief and Council said the renewed enforcement aims to uphold community safety, integrity, and respect for local governance.

As part of the process, all non-Band members will need to submit a residency application in accordance with the by-law, including a current criminal reference check. Applications can be picked up and returned to the Band Office during regular business hours.