Air Service to Poplar Hill First Nation
About Poplar Hill Lake First Nation
Located in Northwestern Ontario, Poplar Hill First Nation is a remote, fly-in community situated along the Berens River system, approximately 570 kilometres northwest of Thunder Bay and about 290 kilometres north of Red Lake.
With a population of roughly 400 residents, Poplar Hill is part of Keewaytinook Okimakanak (KO), a regional organization representing several remote First Nations across Northwestern Ontario. The community has a strong cultural identity rooted in the Ojibway language and traditions, with deep connections to the surrounding land and waterways.
Like many northern communities, year-round access depends heavily on reliable air service, with seasonal winter road access supplementing connectivity during colder months.
Poplar Hill has been strategic partners with North Star Air since 2015.
For more information about the community, please visit their website: http://poplarhill.firstnation.ca/
North Star Air in Poplar Hill
North Star Air provides dependable passenger, cargo, and charter air service to Poplar Hill, connecting the community to Thunder Bay, Sioux Lookout and Red Lake, and other key destinations across Northern Ontario.
In Poplar Hill, air service is more than transportation—it is a critical lifeline for people, essential goods, and economic activity. As a trusted partner in the North, we tailor our service to meet the unique needs of the community.
Passenger Travel to Poplar Hill
We offer scheduled passenger service designed to keep individuals, families, and workers connected.
- Regular service between Poplar Hill and Sioux Lookout and Thunder Bay
- Seamless connections to other Northern communities
- Friendly, experienced crews familiar with northern operations
Cargo Service to Poplar Hill
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
- Poplar Hill is serviced with dedicated cargo service from Red Lake
- Small parcels and urgent shipments can also be serviced using the scheduled passenger flights from Sioux Lookout and Thunder Bay
Charter Services
We offer flexible charter solutions for:
- Mining and exploration projects
- Community travel and events
- Emergency and priority transportation
Supporting Poplar Hill
We are proud to support Poplar Hill First Nation through dependable service and long-term partnership.
Our role goes beyond transportation:
- Ensuring consistent access to essential goods
- Supporting economic and community development
- Adapting service to meet changing community needs
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 Red Lake. We also provide bulk diesel, gas and Jet-A fuel transport to Poplar Hill. Contact us for special cargo requirements.
Yes. We provide charter services for commercial, community, and emergency needs.