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Henvey Inlet First Nation General Election 2023

Polling Notice - General Election

Henvey Inlet First Nation General Election 2023 Polling Notice General Election

Notice is hereby given to eligible voters of the Henvey Inlet First Nation Indian Band that a General Election poll will be held Thursday March 23rd, 2023, to elect one (1) Chief and seven (7) Councillors of the Band, and that such poll will be open from nine (9:00) o'clock a.m. local time until eight (8:00) o'clock p.m. local time at the Henvey Inlet First Nation Fire Hall, Henvey Inlet First Nation.

I will count the votes that same day, Thursday March 23rd , 2023, at the same location immediately after the close of the poll and declare the results of the election.

Community Christmas Party 2022

Saturday December 10, 2022 @ 5pm HIFN Fire Hall

Please come join us for Our Annual Community Christmas Party, This will be the first one we had since 2019!

CLICK HERE to view the flyers and agenda

New Committee Member needed for Lands Advisory Committee

Henvey's Lands Advisory Committee has a spot open for a new committee member.

If you are interested in applying, please contact Amanda Barbe, Assistant Lands Manager (705 )857-5211

CLICK HERE to view flyer

Windfarm Legacy Trust Logo Contest!

Help us create an extraordinary logo for HIFN Windfarm Legacy Trust. This logo will be the face of the Trust. Any registered Member of HIFN can apply. We strongly encourage our youth to apply, lets see your creativity! Please submit your logo to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or you can mail to address provided. Deadline for Contest is December 5, 2021. Please CLICK HERE to view flyer for more info on how and when to submit your submission.

Chief's Special Newsletter Proposed Land Law on Cannabis Use, Sale and Production within our lands

When cannabis was legalized in the fall of 2018, Band Council responded to community concerns by issuing a moratorium on the sale and production of cannabis within our reserves until the members had an opportunity to become better informed and to express their views through a community vote.

New Membership Code Working Group

Membership Code Committee Henvey Inlet First Nation

Our Membership Code was adopted in 1987 and has never been updated. It is urgently in need of review and restatement to keep up with recent developments within our lands, changes in the laws which determine who is entitled to Indian Act status, and to better reflect our culture and beliefs.

Memorandum - Extension

To: Members of Henvey Inlet First Nation
From: Millie Pawis, Director of Finance/ Administration
Date: May 14, 2021
Re: EXTENSION - 2021/22 Post Secondary Application Deadline

Please be advised that the deadline to submit an application for Post Secondary Assistance has been extended to June 18, 2021 at noon.

Statement of the Votes Henvey Inlet First Nation March 18, 2021

Elected CandidatesHenvey Inlet First Nation Statement of Votes March 18 2021

To the Office of Chief:

McQuabbie, M. Wayne

To the Office of Councillor: 

Name: Brennan, Patrick
Name: Fox, Lionel
Name: Cantin, Brenda
Name: Ashawasagai, Carl
Name: McKenzie, Doreen
Name: Kagagins, Maureen

This count was diligently conducted in accordance with the Indian Band Election Regulations.

Number of valid ballots cast for councillor: 386

Number of rejected ballots for councillor: 7

Click Here to Read The PDF Results

Posted Nominee NoticeHenvey Inlet First Nation General Election 2021

Notice to Electorate - Nominees on Ballot, Revised

For the Henvey Inlet First Nation Election to be held on March 18th, 2021.

The Polling Station for the Election will be located at the Henvey Inlet Fire Hall. Voting will be held for One Chief and Six Councillor positions. Mail-out ballots to all members will be sent out on the morning of February 11th, 2021.

 2021 HIFN Chief Candidate Brochures

Wayne
McQuabbie
Neil
Herbert
Ken
Noble
Wayne McQuabbie Neil Herbert Ken Noble

Notice to Electorate - Nominees on Ballot, Revised

For the Henvey Inlet First Nation Election to be held on March 18th, 2021.

The following names will appear on the ballot for Chief:

HERBERT, NEIL
MCQUABBIE, M. WAYNE
NOBLE, KEN

The following names will appear on the ballot for Councillor:

Announcements

Receptionist/Administrative Assistant

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo - The Henvey Inlet First Nation Child and Family Wellbeing Project

Receptionist / Administrative Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to join our Administration. The Receptionist/Administrative Assistant reports to the Administration Manager and is responsible for providing administrative and secretarial support to Henvey Inlet First Nation’s Band Administration Office. This position requires excellent customer service, communication and organizational skills.

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Summer Students

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo - The Henvey Inlet First Nation Child and Family Wellbeing Project

Summer Students

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be a registered member of Henvey Inlet First Nation. Other registered First Nation student members will only be considered for student vacancies left unfilled by Henvey Inlet First Nation student members
  • Students in Grade 9 or higher must have a valid Social Insurance Number (Grade 8 students going into Grade 9 do not require a SIN)
  • Must have attended classes no less than 75% of the time for the 2024-25 school year; absence rate must be 25% or less for the 2024-25 school year
  • Must be enrolled in and returning to school in September 2025
  • Must be available for the full contract term from July 7th to August 15, 2025

Read more

Events Coordinator

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo - The Henvey Inlet First Nation Child and Family Wellbeing Project

Events Coordinator

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Events Coordinator to join our Administration. The Events Coordinator reports to the Administration Manager and is responsible for overseeing the planning, design, budget, production, promotion and overall coordination of Henvey Inlet First Nation community events. The Events Coordinator will recruit volunteers, purchase supplies, set-up and decorate venues, create promotional materials and arrange catering when required. This position requires exceptional time-management and organizational skills and superior attention to detail.

Read more

Summer Student Coordinator

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo - The Henvey Inlet First Nation Child and Family Wellbeing Project

Summer Student Coordinator

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a Summer Student Coordinator to join our Administration for a short-term seasonal contract from June 2025 to August 2025. The Summer Student Coordinator reports to the Director of Finance/Administration and is responsible for supervising the summer students as they fulfill their work plan objectives. This position requires exceptional communication skills and a positive, motivational attitude.

Read more

Henvey Inlet First Nation General Members Meeting May 27th 6 PM, 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation General Members Meeting May 27th 6 PM, 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation

General Members Meeting

May 27th 6 PM, 2025

Attend in-person, by computer or by telephone

Read more

Attention Henvey Inlet First Nation Membership PCD Payment

Henvey Inlet First Nation Membership Notice

Attention Henvey Inlet First Nation Membership

If you were a confirmed registered member of Henvey Inlet First Nation before September 09, 2023 and have not received your PCD Payment please submit the following;

  • Copy of the front and back of status card (Clear Photo)
  • Direct Deposit / Void cheque
  • Current mailing address
  • Contact number
  • Email address

Read more

Henvey Inlet First Nation Treaty Annuity Payment Wednesday, May 28, 2025• 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Henvey Inlet First Nation - Treaty Annunity Payment Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Treaty Annuity Payment

When: Thursday, May 29, 2025• 11:00am- 2:00pm

Where: O&M Office 2

Reminder

  • Bring your status card or other ID for yourself
  • Must have ID for your children or spouse
  • No third-party pick-ups
  • Third-party notes are not accepted

Read more

We Are Still Taking Submissions - Henvey Inlet First Nation Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Initiative

Henvey Inlet First Nation - We Are Still Taking Submissions - Henvey Inlet First Nation Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Initiative

We Are Still Taking Submissions - Henvey Inlet First Nation Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Initiative

We are still taking submissions for the Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak community survey! Fill out the survey to be entered to win! Over $2000 worth of prizes to be won across age groups!

Read more

May 2025

May 2025 Newsletter

Here's your copy of May's newsletter: May 2025may2023monthpic

  • Band Council Meeting- Tuesday May 27, 2025
  • Offices Closed Monday May 19, 2025
  • Employment Opportunities
  • Spring Community Clean-up
  • Trailer Park Opening
  • Safe Food Handlers Course
  • Ontario Works notices
  • Food Bank Notice
  • Henvey Inlet First Nation Pow Wow
  • Day Care News
  • Education News
  • Foot Care
  • Diabetic Eye Testing

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

Read more

April 2025

April 2025 Newsletter

Here's your copy of April's newsletter: April 2025April 2025

  • Offices will be Closed on Friday April 18, 2025 & Monday April 21, 2025 for Good Friday and Easter Monday
  • Job Opportunities
  • Band Council Meeting
  • Librarian Update
  • "Fun House" Horror movie screening made by HIFN Youth
  • Day Care Newsletter
  • Band Rep Schedule
  • Earth Day Event
  • Ontario Works Schedule
  • Spring Community Clean-up
  • Foot Care
  • HIFN Child Wellbeing Community Event

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

Read more

Statement of the Votes March 24, 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation Statement of the Votes 2025

Statement of the Votes -REVISED

231 Henvey Inlet First Nation March 24, 2025

Elected Candidates

To the Office of Chief:

Name: McQuabbie, M. Wayne

To the Office of Councillor:

Name: Contin, Brenda

Name: Brennan, Pat

Name: Newton, Deborah

Name: Moses, Stanley K

Name: Solomon-Dubois, Genevieve

Name: Ashawasagai, Carl

Name: McQuabbie, Bradley

Read more

Announcements

Receptionist/Administrative Assistant

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo - The Henvey Inlet First Nation Child and Family Wellbeing Project

Receptionist / Administrative Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to join our Administration. The Receptionist/Administrative Assistant reports to the Administration Manager and is responsible for providing administrative and secretarial support to Henvey Inlet First Nation’s Band Administration Office. This position requires excellent customer service, communication and organizational skills.

Read more

Summer Students

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo - The Henvey Inlet First Nation Child and Family Wellbeing Project

Summer Students

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be a registered member of Henvey Inlet First Nation. Other registered First Nation student members will only be considered for student vacancies left unfilled by Henvey Inlet First Nation student members
  • Students in Grade 9 or higher must have a valid Social Insurance Number (Grade 8 students going into Grade 9 do not require a SIN)
  • Must have attended classes no less than 75% of the time for the 2024-25 school year; absence rate must be 25% or less for the 2024-25 school year
  • Must be enrolled in and returning to school in September 2025
  • Must be available for the full contract term from July 7th to August 15, 2025

Read more

Events Coordinator

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo - The Henvey Inlet First Nation Child and Family Wellbeing Project

Events Coordinator

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Events Coordinator to join our Administration. The Events Coordinator reports to the Administration Manager and is responsible for overseeing the planning, design, budget, production, promotion and overall coordination of Henvey Inlet First Nation community events. The Events Coordinator will recruit volunteers, purchase supplies, set-up and decorate venues, create promotional materials and arrange catering when required. This position requires exceptional time-management and organizational skills and superior attention to detail.

Read more

Summer Student Coordinator

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo - The Henvey Inlet First Nation Child and Family Wellbeing Project

Summer Student Coordinator

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a Summer Student Coordinator to join our Administration for a short-term seasonal contract from June 2025 to August 2025. The Summer Student Coordinator reports to the Director of Finance/Administration and is responsible for supervising the summer students as they fulfill their work plan objectives. This position requires exceptional communication skills and a positive, motivational attitude.

Read more

Henvey Inlet First Nation General Members Meeting May 27th 6 PM, 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation General Members Meeting May 27th 6 PM, 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation

General Members Meeting

May 27th 6 PM, 2025

Attend in-person, by computer or by telephone

Read more

Attention Henvey Inlet First Nation Membership PCD Payment

Henvey Inlet First Nation Membership Notice

Attention Henvey Inlet First Nation Membership

If you were a confirmed registered member of Henvey Inlet First Nation before September 09, 2023 and have not received your PCD Payment please submit the following;

  • Copy of the front and back of status card (Clear Photo)
  • Direct Deposit / Void cheque
  • Current mailing address
  • Contact number
  • Email address

Read more

Henvey Inlet First Nation Treaty Annuity Payment Wednesday, May 28, 2025• 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Henvey Inlet First Nation - Treaty Annunity Payment Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Treaty Annuity Payment

When: Thursday, May 29, 2025• 11:00am- 2:00pm

Where: O&M Office 2

Reminder

  • Bring your status card or other ID for yourself
  • Must have ID for your children or spouse
  • No third-party pick-ups
  • Third-party notes are not accepted

Read more

We Are Still Taking Submissions - Henvey Inlet First Nation Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Initiative

Henvey Inlet First Nation - We Are Still Taking Submissions - Henvey Inlet First Nation Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Initiative

We Are Still Taking Submissions - Henvey Inlet First Nation Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Initiative

We are still taking submissions for the Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak community survey! Fill out the survey to be entered to win! Over $2000 worth of prizes to be won across age groups!

Read more

May 2025

May 2025 Newsletter

Here's your copy of May's newsletter: May 2025may2023monthpic

  • Band Council Meeting- Tuesday May 27, 2025
  • Offices Closed Monday May 19, 2025
  • Employment Opportunities
  • Spring Community Clean-up
  • Trailer Park Opening
  • Safe Food Handlers Course
  • Ontario Works notices
  • Food Bank Notice
  • Henvey Inlet First Nation Pow Wow
  • Day Care News
  • Education News
  • Foot Care
  • Diabetic Eye Testing

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

Read more

April 2025

April 2025 Newsletter

Here's your copy of April's newsletter: April 2025April 2025

  • Offices will be Closed on Friday April 18, 2025 & Monday April 21, 2025 for Good Friday and Easter Monday
  • Job Opportunities
  • Band Council Meeting
  • Librarian Update
  • "Fun House" Horror movie screening made by HIFN Youth
  • Day Care Newsletter
  • Band Rep Schedule
  • Earth Day Event
  • Ontario Works Schedule
  • Spring Community Clean-up
  • Foot Care
  • HIFN Child Wellbeing Community Event

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

Read more

Statement of the Votes March 24, 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation Statement of the Votes 2025

Statement of the Votes -REVISED

231 Henvey Inlet First Nation March 24, 2025

Elected Candidates

To the Office of Chief:

Name: McQuabbie, M. Wayne

To the Office of Councillor:

Name: Contin, Brenda

Name: Brennan, Pat

Name: Newton, Deborah

Name: Moses, Stanley K

Name: Solomon-Dubois, Genevieve

Name: Ashawasagai, Carl

Name: McQuabbie, Bradley

Read more

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