About

District 1 Rainy River is located in the most westerly part of Ontario. Formed in 1975, our district includes the towns of Fort Frances, Rainy River and Atikokan and the communities in between.

Our members include those who work in and retire from education – including child care and early years, schools and school boards, post-secondary, private schools and more. We play a key role in helping members stay active and connected – with each other and the community.

District 1 is situated on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe people. We recognize that this territory is covered by Treaty 3. We also acknowledge the urban Indigenous communities in our district.

District 1 Rainy River recognizes the inequities connected to colonization and commits to working towards creating a just, inclusive and vibrant community for all.

We invite our members to reflect the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s calls to action.