Dietary intakes of 178 native Canadian (Indians and Metis) in three age groups (13-24, 25-29, and 50-86 years) living near Wood Buffalo National Park in northern Canada were examined over two seasons (fall and spring). Mean nutrient intakes (not including vitamin supplements) met Canadian recommended levels except for calcium by all groups, vitamin A and folate by middle and older adults, and iron by middle adult females. The probability of inadequate intake was greatest for calcium, vitamin A and folate, followed by vitamin D, vitamin C for men and iron for women. Fat provided 35-38% energy. Dietary fiber intakes were low. More frequent use of country foods (wild game, birds, fish and berries) was associated with higher intakes per 1000 kcal of protein, iron, phosphorus, riboflavin and niacin and lower intakes of fat and calcium. The results support the desirability of increased consumption of traditional and store foods which provide calcium, vitamin A and folate and the wisdom of encouraging the use of country foods by this population.