EXPERIENTIAL. INNOVATIVE.
LAND-BASED.

Seventh Fire Junior High and Secondary School are both located in the city of Thunder Bay and were established by Lac Des Mille Lacs First Nation. Our schools honour reconciliation by creating learning spaces that empower our multicultural student body. We are committed to cultivating a healthy sense of well-being, nurturing academic growth, and fostering a deeper understanding of different worldviews, perspectives, and practices. Through innovative programming and Land-based learning, we strive to inspire curiosity, empathy, and respect among our students, preparing them to thrive in a diverse and interconnected world.

Soccer Skills Academy

The Seventh Fire Soccer Skills Academy offers alternative learning focusing on academic excellence, health, and soccer. It enhances physical and mental skills, teamwork, confidence, and communication. On-field training includes individual skill development and small games. Strength and conditioning focus on efficiency, agility, injury prevention, and overall strength.

Information session on Tuesday, July 23rd, 2024 at 7pm at the Seventh Fire Junior High (1250 Balmoral Street).

Hands-on Programs

At our school, we recognize the importance of balancing personal and academic success. Our programs cultivate confidence, critical thinking, community connectedness, well-being, and resilience by offering an educational experience that extends beyond the traditional classroom.

All our programs incorporate Land-based learning, including overnight hiking and canoeing trips. Additionally, students are introduced to various meditation and mindfulness techniques to support their overall well-being. By doing so, we provide education and insight into self-awareness and reflection as valuable tools for managing emotions, reducing stress, and promoting overall mental health. By fostering self-awareness, mindfulness, and self-compassion, these practices empower students to navigate the challenges of adolescence with greater resilience and equanimity.

This real world experiential approach to learning will help improve mental, physical, and spiritual wellness.

Our educational philosophy centers on fostering strong teacher-student relationships, ensuring our students receive the support and instruction they need to thrive. By providing access to innovative programs and educational delivery models, we empower our students to succeed.

  • Funded

  • OSSD

Our Academics

Meet Our Staff

Our staff has a diverse range of expertise and a shared commitment to fostering academic excellence, playing a pivotal role in shaping the future leaders of tomorrow. We pride ourselves on the caliber and dedication of our educators. They are not just instructors; they're mentors, guides, and inspirations for our students.

Follow Our Journey at SFSS

Now that the good weather is (almost) here, we can finally start our canoe program! Students from grade 7-12 are now training for their upcoming (epic) overnight canoe trips where they will be certified through Paddle Canada. Let the games begin!
Canoe skills at Boulavard Lake began this week. Don’t forget to dress for the weather!
We are very proud of Kingston Golding and Caleb Labelle for representing Team Ontario for the National Aboriginal Hockey Championship (NAHC) 🏒 Good Luck to both of you in the Semi-Finals today!
The 2023 badminton season wrapped up with a school-wide tournament organized by our grade 12 Leadership class. A snowstorm on the day of the event required some quick thinking to keep things running smoothly but the 1st Annual Gabler Cup became an In
GRAD FUNDRAISER!! Join us for a paint night with Nor’Wester Designs, Thursday May 18 at the DaVinci Sports Bar! Tickets $65 each (must be 19 years of age to attend)

Ready to take the next step?

Registration now open for the 2024-2025 school year.