Election 2011
Candidates for Chief and Council
(All Candidates were invited to submit additional information to the Band Office for posting to the web site.)
Chief
Bruce Ashawasegai
Wayne McQuabbie
Community News and Press Releases
Phase 2 - Regional Session Ratification Information
June 14, 2016 - HOLIDAY INN 1696 Regent Street, Sudbury ON Georgian B Room
Presentation: 5:00P.M.—8:00P.M.
HIFN Signs Onto First Nations Market Housing Fund
Chief Wayne McQuabbie says, "the demand for housing is great in our community and now, on and off-reserve members have another option for housing."
Province Approves Wind Farm Project
Reuters · Feb. 24, 2011
OTTAWA— The Canadian province of Ontario, fast becoming a clean energy powerhouse, said on Thursday it has approved 40 new large-scale renewable power projects that will create 7,000 jobs and attract $3-billion in private sector investment.
Good Food Boxes
Anishinabek News, Aug. 16/13
A food buying club has been started up at the North Bay Indian Friendship Centre. Executive Director Nancy Potvin was instrumental in getting this program running.
Pickerel River Road gets face-lift
Motorists will enjoy the freshly hard-topped road and driveways in Pickerel. The project took about five weeks to complete and will see savings on road maintenance, and most likely be easier on people’s vehicles.
First Nations women in Ontario at high risk, Chiefs say
News Release - Chiefs of Ontario, Tuesday, August 13, 2013
Chiefs of Ontario highlight third death of First Nation woman in city of Toronto as calls for inquiry into missing and murdered Aboriginal women as dismissed by federal Tories
TORONTO, ON (August 13, 2013) - As calls for a national Inquiry into missing and murdered Aboriginal women are dismissed by the federal Tories in Canada, the list of suspicious deaths of First Nations women in Ontario mounts.
Magnetawan, Henvey Inlet and Shawanaga team up
By Joey Krackle, Anishinabek News, Posted on January 27, 2016
Magnetawan, Henvey Inlet and Shawanaga team up to form construction company
Draft Environmental Assessment in good shape
By Jennifer Ashawasegai, Communications Coordinator
Dec. 23/16 - Third party experts by Henvey Inlet First Nation gave the nod to the environmental assessment (EA) conducted by Aecom. However, they did give numerous recommendations, most of which, have been reflected in the presentation on December 15th to community members in Henvey Inlet First Nation.
Hevey Inlet First Nation Visits Nodin Kitigan
Nodin Kitigan Visit
Jennifer Ashawasegai, Communications Coordinator, October 01, 2015
Batchewana First Nationterritory - Members of Henvey Inlet First Nation got a sneak peek of the Nodin Kitigan project a day ahead of its grand opening. The trip took place September 28th, 2015. It was organized due to the curiosity of how wind turbines will look and sound in a landscape similar to HIFN #2.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promises to reset relationship
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promises to reset relationship with First Nations, Metis and Inuit
December 08, 2015
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has addressed the Assembly of First Nations in Gatineau, QC today. He promised to renew the relationship with First Nations.
The prime minister said his government would immediately move on the five promises the Liberals made during the recent election campaign:
Henvey Inlet First Nation Photo Gallery
Announcements
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
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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
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
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
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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
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
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.
Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund Notice of New Information
in Community News and Press Releases
Notice of New Information
New information is available in the Members' Portal from the Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund regarding recent court decisions.
Registered members can access that information by going to the Members Portal link in the main menu or by CLICKING HERE.
Announcements
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
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
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
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
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.
Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund Notice of New Information
in Community News and Press Releases
Notice of New Information
New information is available in the Members' Portal from the Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund regarding recent court decisions.
Registered members can access that information by going to the Members Portal link in the main menu or by CLICKING HERE.
