Statement of the Votes Henvey Inlet First Nation March 23, 2023
Elected Candidates
To the Office of Chief:
McQuabbie, M. Wayne
Number of valid ballots cast for chief: 392
Number of rejected ballots for chief: 2
Community News and Press Releases
Elected Candidates
2023 HIFN Chief and Candidate Brochures
| Peter Brennan |
Wayne McQuabbie |
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2023 HIFN Councillor Candidate Brochures
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
Henvey Inlet First Nation Pow Wow Flyer
Henvey's 20th Annual Traditional Pow Wow is June 10 & 11, 2023. The Theme for this year's Pow Wow is "A Mother's Love is at The Heart of Our Nation"
Contact information on flyer!
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
Final List of Nominees for the General Election March 23rd 2023
Henvey Inlet First Nation General Election 2023
Notice to Electorate
Nominees on Ballot
For the Henvey Inlet First Nation Election to be held on March 23rd, 2023, the following names will appear on the ballot for Chief:
BRENNAN, PETER
MCQUABBIE, M. WAYNE
For the Henvey Inlet First Nation Election to be held on March 23rd, 2023, the following names will appear on the ballot for Councillor:
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
Henvey Inlet First Nation General Election Candidate List 2023
*Attention Nominees:*
If you have been nominated for either Chief or Councillor, Nominee Packages for all On-Reserve Members can be picked up at the Administration Office. All Off-Reserve members will have a package mailed to you via express post on Friday February 10, 2023 to the last know address provided by the First Nation. Nominees may also contact the Electoral Officer at
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.
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.
New Membership Code Working Group
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.
Henvey Inlet First Nation Photo Gallery
Announcements
New Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Child and Family Wellbeing website
in Community News and Press Releases
New Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Child and Family Wellbeing Website
We are pleased to announce the launch of the new Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Child and Family Wellbeing website.
This dedicated space will share information about the organization, the Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Law, the Law’s development, and our ongoing progress.
The website will also be the central place to learn about upcoming community engagement events related to the Law, find resources, and learn more about child and family wellbeing in our community.
February 2026 Newsletter
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February 2026 Newsletter
Here's your copy of February's newsletter: February 2026
- Band Council Meeting- February 23
- Employment Opportunities
- Diabetic Foot Care- February 4
- Ontario Works Updates
- Education Updates
- Henvey OATC Clinic Temporary Closure
- 2026 Calendars ready to be picked up at Health Centre
- Post Secondary School Deadline for application
- Ice Fishing Day- February 7
- Men's Circle - February 5, 12, 19 & 26
- Fire Arms Safety Course- February 20, 21, 22
- Women's Circle- February 4, 11, 18 & 25
- Band Rep On Call Schedule
- Ojibwe Language Class- February 2, 9, 17 & 23
- Traditional Indigenous Parenting- February 18 & 19
- Safe Food Handlers Course- February 18
and more!
Please download and read the newsletter for more information.
January 2026 Newsletter
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January 2026 Newsletter
There was no January 2026 Newsletter!
Sorry for the Inconvenience!
2026 Self-Determined Household Support Program Now Live
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2026 Self-Determined Household Support Program Now Live!
Are you or your family interested in food self-determination?
It doesn’t matter where you are on your journey, whether you’ve been harvesting, growing, hunting, fishing, or preserving for some time, or you’re just starting out.
Are you First Nations living in Northern Ontario?
Do you have a food-based project that strengthens food self-determination for yourself or your household?
Gaagige Zaagibigaa (GZ) will be launching our 2026 grant cycle through the Self-Determined Household Support Program (SDHSP) February 2nd, 2026!
Starting this year, GZ will offer one annual grant cycle as we increase our support to households:
$2,000 for urban households
$4,000 for remote households
Education Manager
in Job Postings
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
*UPDATED*
EDUCATION MANAGER
Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Education Manager to join our Administration. The Education Manager reports to the Director of Finance/Administration and is responsible for monitoring student attendance and grades in order to identify academic problems and recommend solutions. The Education Manager is the primary contact for HIFN members seeking information on available educational support and is responsible to provide academic and career counselling services to HIFN students and families pursuing their educational paths. The Education Manager will also act as HIFN’s education liaision with external institutions and agencies seeking First Nations consultation on education policy. This position requires exceptional client relation and interpersonal communication skills.
Community Health Nurse
in Job Postings
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
"UPDATED"
COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE
Henvey Inlet First Nation is currently seeking a full-time Community Health Nurse to join our Administration for a 12-month contract with possibility of extension. The Community Health Nurse reports to the Health Director and is responsible for providing comprehensive assessments, education, counselling and care to community clients in a homecare/office setting. The CHN consults and collaborates with individuals, families, community, partners with other health professionals, organizations, and governments to meet identified needs. The goal of the CHN is to promote and preserve the health of the community through a focus on health promotion, health maintenance, and health education. In addition, the CHN ensures the mandatory programs of Communicable Disease and Immunization are delivered.
Maintenance Assistant
in Job Postings
Maintenance Assistant
Henvey Inlet First Nation is currently seeking a full-time Maintenance Assistant to join our Administration. The Maintenance Assistant reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and is responsible for the maintenance of all current and future band-owned buildings and grounds including HIFN Administration Office, Commercial Rental Offices, Health Centre, Daycare, Playground Areas, 4-Plex, Ball Field, Pow Wow Grounds, Helipad, 8-Plex, Learning Centre, Lands Office, Fire Hall and Pickerel River Trailer Park. This position requires high degree of self-motivation and a strong work ethic.
Henvey Inlet First Nation Community Engagement Meeting HIFN Restated Membership Code Meeting January 13, 2026
in Community Meetings
HENVEY INLET FIRST NATION
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT MEETING
HIFN RESTATED MEMBERSHIP CODE
Updated: Cancelled
Henvey Inlet is seeking the engagement of members for the review and amendment of the HIFN 1987 Membership Code. We are hosting our first in-community sessions and hope to see you all there!
December 2025 Newsletter
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December 2025 Newsletter
Here's your copy of December's newsletter: December 2025
- Henvey Inlet First Nation Community Christmas Party- December 13
- Offices Closed for Christmas Holidays December 17, 2025 to January 5, 2026
- Employment Opportunities
- Diabetic Foot Care- December 3
- Ontario Works Updates
- Membership Code Community Engagement Meeting
- 2026 Calendars ready to be picked up at Health Centre
- Post Secondary School Deadline for application
- Community Hunt- December 6
- Men's Circle - December 11
- Hand Poke Tattoos by Gillian Prince- December 13 & 14
- Band Rep On Call Schedule
- Bun Venture- December 10
- Christmas Bingo- December 15
- Nutrition Bingo- January 8
- Photo Contest- January 9 Deadline
- 7 Grandfather Teachings Nomination Call Out
and more!
Please download and read the newsletter for more information.
Employment Opportunity Early Childhood Education Worker Re-Posted
in Job Postings
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION WORKER
*RE-POSTED*
POSITION SUMMARY
Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a qualified full-time Early Childhood Education Worker to join our Administration. The ECE Worker reports to the Daycare Supervisor and is responsible for providing supervision and direct childcare to children attending the HIFN Daycare, in compliance with all regulatory standards required by federal, provincial and First Nations legislation, policies and procedures. Under the leadership of the Daycare Supervisor, the ECE worker will help to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and experiences for the children using a variety of teaching techniques in alignment with HIFN Daycare Philosophy. This position requires excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to adapt and respond to all childcare needs.
Employment Opportunity Community Wellness Worker Re-Post
in Job Postings
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
*UPDATED* COMMUNITY WELLNESS WORKER
*RE-POST*
POSITION SUMMARY
Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Community Wellness Worker to join our Administration. The Community Wellness Worker reports to the Health Director and is responsible for providing culturally appropriate programs and services to address and respond to existing and emerging family violence, health, healing and wellness issues, including intergenerational trauma. The Community Wellness Worker will work directly with clients to achieve and enjoy healthy and balanced lives through the promotion of positive change in values, attitudes and behaviours. This position requires exceptional interpersonal communication and advocacy skills and strong knowledge of First Nations culture, language and traditional ceremonies and practices.
Employment Opportunity Nurse Practitioner Re-Post
in Job Postings
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
*UPDATED* NURSE PRACTITIONER
*RE-POST*
POSITION SUMMARY
Henvey Inlet First Nation is currently seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner to join our Administration. The Nurse Practitioner reports to the Health Director and is responsible for providing primary health care services in the areas of health promotion, prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and support. The Nurse Practitioner assesses and diagnoses clients’ health for acute illnesses and supports clients to manage chronic illness. The Nurse Practitioner is also responsible for consulting with doctors, medical practitioners and community health specialists as required in order to provide safe and timely patient care in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario’s Standards of Practice Registered Nurses in the Extended Class. This position requires exceptional interpersonal communication and advocacy skills and strong attention to detail.
Announcements
New Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Child and Family Wellbeing website
in Community News and Press Releases
New Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Child and Family Wellbeing Website
We are pleased to announce the launch of the new Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Child and Family Wellbeing website.
This dedicated space will share information about the organization, the Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Law, the Law’s development, and our ongoing progress.
The website will also be the central place to learn about upcoming community engagement events related to the Law, find resources, and learn more about child and family wellbeing in our community.
February 2026 Newsletter
in Newsletters
February 2026 Newsletter
Here's your copy of February's newsletter: February 2026
- Band Council Meeting- February 23
- Employment Opportunities
- Diabetic Foot Care- February 4
- Ontario Works Updates
- Education Updates
- Henvey OATC Clinic Temporary Closure
- 2026 Calendars ready to be picked up at Health Centre
- Post Secondary School Deadline for application
- Ice Fishing Day- February 7
- Men's Circle - February 5, 12, 19 & 26
- Fire Arms Safety Course- February 20, 21, 22
- Women's Circle- February 4, 11, 18 & 25
- Band Rep On Call Schedule
- Ojibwe Language Class- February 2, 9, 17 & 23
- Traditional Indigenous Parenting- February 18 & 19
- Safe Food Handlers Course- February 18
and more!
Please download and read the newsletter for more information.
January 2026 Newsletter
in Newsletters
January 2026 Newsletter
There was no January 2026 Newsletter!
Sorry for the Inconvenience!
2026 Self-Determined Household Support Program Now Live
in Announcements
2026 Self-Determined Household Support Program Now Live!
Are you or your family interested in food self-determination?
It doesn’t matter where you are on your journey, whether you’ve been harvesting, growing, hunting, fishing, or preserving for some time, or you’re just starting out.
Are you First Nations living in Northern Ontario?
Do you have a food-based project that strengthens food self-determination for yourself or your household?
Gaagige Zaagibigaa (GZ) will be launching our 2026 grant cycle through the Self-Determined Household Support Program (SDHSP) February 2nd, 2026!
Starting this year, GZ will offer one annual grant cycle as we increase our support to households:
$2,000 for urban households
$4,000 for remote households
Education Manager
in Job Postings
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
*UPDATED*
EDUCATION MANAGER
Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Education Manager to join our Administration. The Education Manager reports to the Director of Finance/Administration and is responsible for monitoring student attendance and grades in order to identify academic problems and recommend solutions. The Education Manager is the primary contact for HIFN members seeking information on available educational support and is responsible to provide academic and career counselling services to HIFN students and families pursuing their educational paths. The Education Manager will also act as HIFN’s education liaision with external institutions and agencies seeking First Nations consultation on education policy. This position requires exceptional client relation and interpersonal communication skills.
Community Health Nurse
in Job Postings
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
"UPDATED"
COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE
Henvey Inlet First Nation is currently seeking a full-time Community Health Nurse to join our Administration for a 12-month contract with possibility of extension. The Community Health Nurse reports to the Health Director and is responsible for providing comprehensive assessments, education, counselling and care to community clients in a homecare/office setting. The CHN consults and collaborates with individuals, families, community, partners with other health professionals, organizations, and governments to meet identified needs. The goal of the CHN is to promote and preserve the health of the community through a focus on health promotion, health maintenance, and health education. In addition, the CHN ensures the mandatory programs of Communicable Disease and Immunization are delivered.
Maintenance Assistant
in Job Postings
Maintenance Assistant
Henvey Inlet First Nation is currently seeking a full-time Maintenance Assistant to join our Administration. The Maintenance Assistant reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and is responsible for the maintenance of all current and future band-owned buildings and grounds including HIFN Administration Office, Commercial Rental Offices, Health Centre, Daycare, Playground Areas, 4-Plex, Ball Field, Pow Wow Grounds, Helipad, 8-Plex, Learning Centre, Lands Office, Fire Hall and Pickerel River Trailer Park. This position requires high degree of self-motivation and a strong work ethic.
Henvey Inlet First Nation Community Engagement Meeting HIFN Restated Membership Code Meeting January 13, 2026
in Community Meetings
HENVEY INLET FIRST NATION
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT MEETING
HIFN RESTATED MEMBERSHIP CODE
Updated: Cancelled
Henvey Inlet is seeking the engagement of members for the review and amendment of the HIFN 1987 Membership Code. We are hosting our first in-community sessions and hope to see you all there!
December 2025 Newsletter
in Newsletters
December 2025 Newsletter
Here's your copy of December's newsletter: December 2025
- Henvey Inlet First Nation Community Christmas Party- December 13
- Offices Closed for Christmas Holidays December 17, 2025 to January 5, 2026
- Employment Opportunities
- Diabetic Foot Care- December 3
- Ontario Works Updates
- Membership Code Community Engagement Meeting
- 2026 Calendars ready to be picked up at Health Centre
- Post Secondary School Deadline for application
- Community Hunt- December 6
- Men's Circle - December 11
- Hand Poke Tattoos by Gillian Prince- December 13 & 14
- Band Rep On Call Schedule
- Bun Venture- December 10
- Christmas Bingo- December 15
- Nutrition Bingo- January 8
- Photo Contest- January 9 Deadline
- 7 Grandfather Teachings Nomination Call Out
and more!
Please download and read the newsletter for more information.
Employment Opportunity Early Childhood Education Worker Re-Posted
in Job Postings
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION WORKER
*RE-POSTED*
POSITION SUMMARY
Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a qualified full-time Early Childhood Education Worker to join our Administration. The ECE Worker reports to the Daycare Supervisor and is responsible for providing supervision and direct childcare to children attending the HIFN Daycare, in compliance with all regulatory standards required by federal, provincial and First Nations legislation, policies and procedures. Under the leadership of the Daycare Supervisor, the ECE worker will help to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and experiences for the children using a variety of teaching techniques in alignment with HIFN Daycare Philosophy. This position requires excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to adapt and respond to all childcare needs.
Employment Opportunity Community Wellness Worker Re-Post
in Job Postings
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
*UPDATED* COMMUNITY WELLNESS WORKER
*RE-POST*
POSITION SUMMARY
Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Community Wellness Worker to join our Administration. The Community Wellness Worker reports to the Health Director and is responsible for providing culturally appropriate programs and services to address and respond to existing and emerging family violence, health, healing and wellness issues, including intergenerational trauma. The Community Wellness Worker will work directly with clients to achieve and enjoy healthy and balanced lives through the promotion of positive change in values, attitudes and behaviours. This position requires exceptional interpersonal communication and advocacy skills and strong knowledge of First Nations culture, language and traditional ceremonies and practices.
Employment Opportunity Nurse Practitioner Re-Post
in Job Postings
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
*UPDATED* NURSE PRACTITIONER
*RE-POST*
POSITION SUMMARY
Henvey Inlet First Nation is currently seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner to join our Administration. The Nurse Practitioner reports to the Health Director and is responsible for providing primary health care services in the areas of health promotion, prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and support. The Nurse Practitioner assesses and diagnoses clients’ health for acute illnesses and supports clients to manage chronic illness. The Nurse Practitioner is also responsible for consulting with doctors, medical practitioners and community health specialists as required in order to provide safe and timely patient care in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario’s Standards of Practice Registered Nurses in the Extended Class. This position requires exceptional interpersonal communication and advocacy skills and strong attention to detail.
