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Stories About Anishinabek Migration

Preliminary Stories about Migration

Since time immemorial, the Great Lakes region have been home to Indigenous Peoples, including the Anishinabek, and Haudenosaunee , often classified as Iroquois. They were known to occupy as far north as the southern shore of Georgian Bay, and on the north and south shores of Lakes Erie and Ontario, and eastward towards the modern city of Montreal. And to the North, East, South, and West, were the Anishinabek.

However, according to Darlene Johnston’s report, “While the last four hundred years have been dramatic and challenging, the Anishinaabeg [sic] have continued to survive in the Great Lakes region by drawing upon thousands of years of accumulated knowledge and tradition.”

Based on her research, Johnston validates the ancient beginnings of Anishinabek history dashing the myth that our history began only when the Europeans arrived.  Our Creation originates in the same lands we continue to occupy.  The centre of the creation story originates Michilimakinac Island between Lakes Huron and Michigan.

The Anishinabek who occupied a larger territory than just the Great Lakes. They weren’t always known by their own name, and went by many different names ascribed by European settlers. She dispels the myth that small scattered Bands or Tribes replaced each other giving the impression of inconsistent occupancy over recorded history. Over the past four hundred years, Darlene Johnston says in her report “our ancestors have been given a confusing array of names by newcomers.” (Algonquin, Ojibway, Chippewa to name a few, ).

Confusion over Names for the Same People

Another name for the peoples belonging to the vast category of First Nations included the term ‘Algic’ which describes a widespread groups of people with similar language and customs with significant populations.  That’s according to William W. Warren, History of the Ojibway People, © 1984, a forerunner of methodical and verifiable techniques for the collection of oral history written in 1852. This book is still referenced by scholars as it set the first standards for documenting consistent themes expressed in various ways by different story tellers. In his book, Warren writes, “....nearly every tribe originally first discovered by the Europeans residing on the shores of the Atlantic, from the Gulf of St. Lawrence, south to the mouth of the James River in Virginia, and the different tribes occupying the vast area lying west and northwest of this eastern boundary to the banks of the Mississippi, from the mouth of the Ohio to Hudson Bay, belong to the Algic family.”  Warren goes on to say, “ The Ojibways form one of the principal branches of the Algic stock, and they are a well-marked type, and present the most numerous section or tribe of this grand division of the aboriginal inhabitants of North America.”

Anishinabek territories began to dwindle in size as more newcomers arrived, populations declined dramatically due to the introduction of old world diseases and settlers and colonists encroached upon our lands.

The Beginning of the Story about The Robinson Huron Treaties

They were signed between newcomers and the Anishinabek. Ancestors of Henvey Inlet First Nation and Lower French River Reserve in 1850.  The same peoples who resided here since pre-confederation trace their roots in this territory back further than recorded history.

Our research will demonstrate the we were not opportunistic immigrants from other areas who occupied land in the generation or two preceding the treaties as if often portrayed by colonist Governments of the day. Treaty notes and Government diaries of the era blatantly express this type of opinion.

Our historical research will reinforce the long term use and occupancy of the lands by the peoples depicted in the creation story.  This is where we emerged from in our creation myths.

Announcements

November 2024

November 2024 Newsletter

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  • Offices Closed on Monday November 11 for Remembrance Day
  • Remembrance Day Service November 11
  • Band Council Meeting- December 10
  • Addictions Awareness Presentation & Info Session- November 21
  • Home Maintenance Workshop- November 7
  • Kids Day Hunt- November 15
  • Christmas Photos- November 2 & 15
  • Child & Family Well Being Project Open House- November 12 & December 3
  • Traditional Indigenous Parenting- November 8 and 9

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Maintenance Assistant

Maintenance Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

Henvey Inlet First Nation is currently seeking a temporary, full-time Maintenance Assistant to join our Administration for a 4-month seasonal contract. 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, and Fire Hall. This position requires high degree of self-motivation and a strong work ethic.

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Henvey Inlet First Nation RATIFIACATION VOTE RESULTS October 27 2024

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RATIFIACATION VOTE RESULTS- October 27, 2024

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New Information Posted From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

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New Information Posted From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

Attention Henvey Inlet First Nation Band Members!

New information from the Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund is available on the Member's Portal of the website. 

Click "Member's Portal" in the top menu, or Click Here to go to the Member's Portal Login page.

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New Information Added to the Member's Portal

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This announcement is to let members know that new information has been added to the Members' Portal—Robinson Huron Treaty Infomation section of the website. 

Also, once you are logged in, there is a new submenu available to help members navigate the website more easily. 

Click "Member's Portal" in the top menu or you may Click Here to go to the Member's Portal Login page. 

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HENVEY INLET FIRST NATION General Members Meeting Oct 15 2024 6PM

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HENVEY INLET FIRST NATION

General Members Meeting

Oct 15 2024 6PM

Attend in-person, by computer or by telephone

1. In person: At the O&M Building

2. By computer: Click this live link (Control + Click) to launch Zoom:

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Janitor *Re-Post*

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Janitor

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a temporary, full-time Janitor to join our Administration for a short term 10-week contract. The Janitor reports to the Administration Manager and is responsible for cleaning all HIFN commercial buildings at the end of each business day. The Janitor will perform general cleaning duties including sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning and stocking restrooms, washing walls and windows, cleaning the kitchen and fridge, disinfecting all high-touch surfaces and trash removal. This position requires strong self-motivation, great attention-to-detail and excellent time-management skills.

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October 2024

October 2024 Newsletter

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  • Offices Closed on Monday October 14 for Thanksgiving
  • Diabetic Foot Care- October 2
  • Bun Venture on ZOOM- October 3
  • Job Postings
  • Band Rep Schedule
  • Fall Photos- October 5
  • Parenting Workshop/DIY Halloween Costumes- October 7 Deadline
  • Enchanted Gathering- October 10
  • Band Council Meeting- October 15
  • Education News
  • Men's Circle/Kind Man Program- October 1, 15 and 29
  • Diabetic Bingo- October 21
  • Flu Clinic- October 24
  • Halloween Dance- October 26
  • Ratification Vote- October 27
  • Traditional Indigenous Parenting- November 8 and 9

and more!

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Community Wellness Worker

Community Wellness Worker

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.

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The Henvey Inlet First Nation Child and Family Wellbeing Project

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The Henvey Inlet First Nation Child and Family Wellbeing Project

The Henvey Inlet First Nation (HIFN) Child and Family Wellbeing Project, supported by Indigenous Services Canada, seeks to reclaim jurisdiction over the care and protection of HIFN’s children and families.

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HIFN Membership Code Working Group Community Meetings

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COMMUNITY MEETINGS

** Location Update

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September 2024

September 2024 Newsletter

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  • Offices Closed on Monday September 2, 2024
  • Day Care Newsletter
  • Diabetic Foot Care- September 4
  • Job Postings
  • Band Rep Schedule
  • HIFN Kids Annual Fishing Derby- September 7
  • Breakfast w. Louise- September 11 & 18
  • Diabetic Bingo- September 23
  • Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Clinic- September 18
  • Non Thermal Laser Therapy- September 12, 19 & 26
  • Catering Postings
  • National Day for Truth & Reconciliation Event- September 30th
  • Offices will be closed Monday September 30th

and more!

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Announcements

November 2024

November 2024 Newsletter

Here's your copy of November's newsletter: November 2024monthNOV2024

  • Offices Closed on Monday November 11 for Remembrance Day
  • Remembrance Day Service November 11
  • Band Council Meeting- December 10
  • Addictions Awareness Presentation & Info Session- November 21
  • Home Maintenance Workshop- November 7
  • Kids Day Hunt- November 15
  • Christmas Photos- November 2 & 15
  • Child & Family Well Being Project Open House- November 12 & December 3
  • Traditional Indigenous Parenting- November 8 and 9

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

Read more

Maintenance Assistant

Maintenance Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

Henvey Inlet First Nation is currently seeking a temporary, full-time Maintenance Assistant to join our Administration for a 4-month seasonal contract. 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, and Fire Hall. This position requires high degree of self-motivation and a strong work ethic.

Read more

Henvey Inlet First Nation RATIFIACATION VOTE RESULTS October 27 2024

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Henvey Inlet First Nation

RATIFIACATION VOTE RESULTS- October 27, 2024

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New Information Posted From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

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New Information Posted From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

Attention Henvey Inlet First Nation Band Members!

New information from the Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund is available on the Member's Portal of the website. 

Click "Member's Portal" in the top menu, or Click Here to go to the Member's Portal Login page.

Read more

New Information Added to the Member's Portal

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo Mobile

This announcement is to let members know that new information has been added to the Members' Portal—Robinson Huron Treaty Infomation section of the website. 

Also, once you are logged in, there is a new submenu available to help members navigate the website more easily. 

Click "Member's Portal" in the top menu or you may Click Here to go to the Member's Portal Login page. 

Read more

HENVEY INLET FIRST NATION General Members Meeting Oct 15 2024 6PM

Henvey Inlet First Nation Dark Logo - General Members Meeting Oct 15 2024 6PM Announcement

HENVEY INLET FIRST NATION

General Members Meeting

Oct 15 2024 6PM

Attend in-person, by computer or by telephone

1. In person: At the O&M Building

2. By computer: Click this live link (Control + Click) to launch Zoom:

Read more

Janitor *Re-Post*

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo - Janitor position

Janitor

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a temporary, full-time Janitor to join our Administration for a short term 10-week contract. The Janitor reports to the Administration Manager and is responsible for cleaning all HIFN commercial buildings at the end of each business day. The Janitor will perform general cleaning duties including sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning and stocking restrooms, washing walls and windows, cleaning the kitchen and fridge, disinfecting all high-touch surfaces and trash removal. This position requires strong self-motivation, great attention-to-detail and excellent time-management skills.

Read more

October 2024

October 2024 Newsletter

Here's your copy of October's newsletter: October 2024october2024

  • Offices Closed on Monday October 14 for Thanksgiving
  • Diabetic Foot Care- October 2
  • Bun Venture on ZOOM- October 3
  • Job Postings
  • Band Rep Schedule
  • Fall Photos- October 5
  • Parenting Workshop/DIY Halloween Costumes- October 7 Deadline
  • Enchanted Gathering- October 10
  • Band Council Meeting- October 15
  • Education News
  • Men's Circle/Kind Man Program- October 1, 15 and 29
  • Diabetic Bingo- October 21
  • Flu Clinic- October 24
  • Halloween Dance- October 26
  • Ratification Vote- October 27
  • Traditional Indigenous Parenting- November 8 and 9

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

Read more

Community Wellness Worker

Community Wellness Worker

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.

Read more

The Henvey Inlet First Nation Child and Family Wellbeing Project

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The Henvey Inlet First Nation Child and Family Wellbeing Project

The Henvey Inlet First Nation (HIFN) Child and Family Wellbeing Project, supported by Indigenous Services Canada, seeks to reclaim jurisdiction over the care and protection of HIFN’s children and families.

Read more

HIFN Membership Code Working Group Community Meetings

FNB Trust logoHIFN MEMBERSHIP CODE WORKING GROUP

COMMUNITY MEETINGS

** Location Update

Read more

September 2024

September 2024 Newsletter

Here's your copy of September's newsletter: September 2024SEPT2024pic

  • Offices Closed on Monday September 2, 2024
  • Day Care Newsletter
  • Diabetic Foot Care- September 4
  • Job Postings
  • Band Rep Schedule
  • HIFN Kids Annual Fishing Derby- September 7
  • Breakfast w. Louise- September 11 & 18
  • Diabetic Bingo- September 23
  • Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Clinic- September 18
  • Non Thermal Laser Therapy- September 12, 19 & 26
  • Catering Postings
  • National Day for Truth & Reconciliation Event- September 30th
  • Offices will be closed Monday September 30th

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

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