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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

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

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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

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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: Wednesday, May 28, 2025• 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Where: Health Centre Trailer #3

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

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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!

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May 2025

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  • Offices Closed Monday May 19, 2025
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  • Spring Community Clean-up
  • Trailer Park Opening
  • Safe Food Handlers Course
  • Ontario Works notices
  • Food Bank Notice
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  • Diabetic Eye Testing

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April 2025

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  • 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

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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

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Henvey Inlet First Nation Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Initiative

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Henvey Inlet First Nation Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Initiative

Fill out the Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak community survey to be entered to win! Over $2000 worth of prizes to be won across age groups!

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Henvey Inlet FN - FoodCycler Pilot Program Ended

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo - Henvey Inlet FN - FoodCycler Pilot Program - Join Henvey Inlet in tackling food waste by piloting FoodCycler technology in your home!

Henvey Inlet FN - FoodCycler Pilot Program

Join Henvey Inlet in tackling food waste by piloting FoodCycler technology in your home!

To encourage at-home composting and reduce the amount of organic material going to the landfill, the community of Henvey Inlet is partnering with FoodCycle Science to host a pilot program for Henvey Inlet residents with the FoodCycler countertop composter system.

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March 2025 Newsletter

March 2025 Newsletter

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  • Job Opportunities
  • Librarian Update
  • Day Care Newsletter
  • Election Date- March 24
  • March Break Activities
  • Band Rep Schedule
  • Easter Photos
  • Foot Care
  • Men's Circle
  • Euchure Tournament
  • Green Hat Day Contest

and more!

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Announcements

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: Wednesday, May 28, 2025• 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Where: Health Centre Trailer #3

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

Henvey Inlet First Nation Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Initiative

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo Full Web

Henvey Inlet First Nation Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Initiative

Fill out the Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak community survey to be entered to win! Over $2000 worth of prizes to be won across age groups!

Read more

Henvey Inlet FN - FoodCycler Pilot Program Ended

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo - Henvey Inlet FN - FoodCycler Pilot Program - Join Henvey Inlet in tackling food waste by piloting FoodCycler technology in your home!

Henvey Inlet FN - FoodCycler Pilot Program

Join Henvey Inlet in tackling food waste by piloting FoodCycler technology in your home!

To encourage at-home composting and reduce the amount of organic material going to the landfill, the community of Henvey Inlet is partnering with FoodCycle Science to host a pilot program for Henvey Inlet residents with the FoodCycler countertop composter system.

Read more

March 2025 Newsletter

March 2025 Newsletter

Here's your copy of March's newsletter: March 2025march2025

  • Job Opportunities
  • Librarian Update
  • Day Care Newsletter
  • Election Date- March 24
  • March Break Activities
  • Band Rep Schedule
  • Easter Photos
  • Foot Care
  • Men's Circle
  • Euchure Tournament
  • Green Hat Day Contest

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

Read more

Nominees on Ballot Brochures

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