Air Service to Nibinamik First Nation

About Nibinamik First Nation

Located in Northwestern Ontario, Nibinamik First Nation—also known as Summer Beaver—is a remote, fly-in community situated along the Asheweig River system, approximately 500 kilometres north of Sioux Lookout and about 650 kilometres northwest of Thunder Bay.

With a population of roughly 400 residents, Nibinamik is part of the Matawa First Nations Council, representing several Oji-Cree communities across Northwestern Ontario. The name “Nibinamik” translates to “summer water,” reflecting the community's close relationship with the surrounding lakes and river systems.

Like many northern communities, year-round access depends heavily on reliable air service, with seasonal winter road access supplementing connectivity during colder months.

For more information about the community, please visit their website: https://summerbeaver.com/

North Star Air in Nibinamik

North Star Air provides dependable cargo and charter air service to Nibinamik, connecting the community to Sioux Lookout, Thunder Bay, Pickle Lake and other key destinations across Northern Ontario. 

In Nibinamik, air service is more than transportation—it is a critical lifeline for essential goods, economic activity, and community connectivity. As a trusted partner in the North, we tailor our service to meet the unique needs of the community. 

Cargo Service to Nibinamik

Reliable cargo service is critical for remote communities. We move essential goods safely and efficiently.

  • Food, retail, and general freight
  • Time-sensitive and priority shipments
  • Support for local businesses and community needs
  • Nibinamik is serviced with dedicated cargo service from Pickle Lake

Charter Services

We offer flexible charter solutions for:

  • Mining and exploration projects
  • Community travel and events
  • Emergency and priority transportation

Frequently Asked Questions

You can book online, by phone, or through your travel coordinator.

Contact our cargo team in Thunder Bay for rates, scheduling, and handling requirements.

We handle general freight, perishables, and priority shipments. We encourage large volume shipments and larger loads to be transported via dedicated cargo service from Pickle Lake. We also provide bulk diesel, gas and Jet-A fuel transport to Nibinamik. Contact us for special cargo requirements.

Yes. We provide charter services for commercial, community, and emergency needs.