Henvey Inlet First Nation Dodems
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Emerging History

The History Project

A brief history of the area reveals that the early explorers showing up in the early 1600′s searching for a shorter route to the West didn’t know that they encountered very distinctive people along the waterways from Montreal leading to Lake Huron and beyond. Nor did they realize they were utilizing ancient trade routes long since established by the Anishinabek. The Beaver Clan People are identified as occupying the Lake Huron and French River System, in the Anishinabek Creation Story.

The Amikwa (Beaver People) are one of the Clans first recognized by Europeans in the 1600′s, by Champlain.

The Amikwa are Anishinabek, belonging to the Algonquin linguistic group whose numbers and territories were greater than other groups encountered at that time, in what later became Canada.  They are still here today!

We have produced a historical information gaps report with assistance from the Province’s “New Relationship Fund”. Due to the volume high of information discovered, we extended this project with Band funding to produce a more comprehensive report.

Watch for new suggestions to appear under the “Help Us Find Our Own Story” button as reports are posted.

We are seeking additional funds to continue this project to publish our own story.  We expect this will take from 1-2 years.

If you have any information that could assist us in our quest, please contact Chief Wayne McQuabbie or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. We added a page that will also provide suggestions on the help that is required and how you can contribute to this project. Help us find our own Story.

References for the data presented on the Creation Story and Migration:

1. Connecting People to Place: Great Lakes Aboriginal History in Cultural Context

Prepared For the Ipperwash Commission of Inquiry, by Darlene Johnston, B.A., L.L.B., LL.M. Professor of Law, University of Toronto

2. History of the Ojibway People © 1984. William W. Warren. P. 30, 31, 124

Announcements

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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Gas Bar Attendant

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Gas Bar Attendant

Henvey Inlet First Nation is a casual Gas Bar Attendant to join our Administration. The Gas Bar Attendant reports to the Gas Bar Manager and is responsible for the sale of fuel and other automotive products and in-store merchandise, including tobacco products. The Gas Bar Attendant is also responsible for processing all point-of-sale transactions via cash, credit or debit card using an electronic scanner and cash register. This position requires a high level of personal integrity and superior customer service skills.

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Delivery Driver/Chauffeur

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

Delivery Driver/Chauffeur

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Delivery Driver/Chauffeur to join our Administration. The Delivery Driver/Chauffeur reports to the Health Director and is responsible for purchasing, picking up, and delivering program supplies and packages to all Henvey Inlet First Nation departments. The Delivery Driver/Chauffeur will also assist in the transport of passengers to and from Henvey Inlet First Nation on a predetermined schedule. This position  requires excellent customer service and time-management skills.

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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

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.

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Nominees on Ballot Brochures

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PCD's and Tax Announcement

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Notice to Electorate Nominees on Ballot 

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Notice to Electorate

Nominees on Ballot 

For the Henvey Inlet First Nation Election to be held on March 24th, 2025, 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 24th, 2025, the following names will appear on the ballot for Councillor:

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Henvey Inlet First Nation Band Council Meeting February 3rd 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation General Membership Meeting February 3rd 2025

HENVEY INLET FIRST NATION

Band Council / General Membership Meeting

Feb 3rd, 2025 6PM

Attend in-person, by computer or by telephone

Read more

February 2025

February 2025 Newsletter

Here's your copy of January's newsletter: February 2025FEB2025month

  • Band Council Meeting- February 3
  • Offices Closed on Monday February 17 for Family Day
  • Nomination Meeting- February 10
  • Election Date- March 24
  • Wind Farm Quarterly Payment Schedule
  • Job Postings
  • Sit Down Lunch w. Louise- February 12 & 26
  • Ontario Works Schedule for February
  • HIFN Day Care Newsletter
  • Valentines Luncheon- February 5
  • Band Rep Schedule
  • Elders Gathering- February 27
  • Will & Estates Workshop- March date to be announced
  • Colin Mousseau, Traditional Healer- February 22, 23 & 24

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

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Announcements

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

Gas Bar Attendant

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

Gas Bar Attendant

Henvey Inlet First Nation is a casual Gas Bar Attendant to join our Administration. The Gas Bar Attendant reports to the Gas Bar Manager and is responsible for the sale of fuel and other automotive products and in-store merchandise, including tobacco products. The Gas Bar Attendant is also responsible for processing all point-of-sale transactions via cash, credit or debit card using an electronic scanner and cash register. This position requires a high level of personal integrity and superior customer service skills.

Read more

Delivery Driver/Chauffeur

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

Delivery Driver/Chauffeur

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Delivery Driver/Chauffeur to join our Administration. The Delivery Driver/Chauffeur reports to the Health Director and is responsible for purchasing, picking up, and delivering program supplies and packages to all Henvey Inlet First Nation departments. The Delivery Driver/Chauffeur will also assist in the transport of passengers to and from Henvey Inlet First Nation on a predetermined schedule. This position  requires excellent customer service and time-management skills.

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

Ballot_Brochures_Announcement_for_website.png

Read more

PCD's and Tax Announcement

PCDs_and_Tax_Notice_from_Chief_Wayne.jpg

Read more

Notice to Electorate Nominees on Ballot 

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo Mobile

Notice to Electorate

Nominees on Ballot 

For the Henvey Inlet First Nation Election to be held on March 24th, 2025, 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 24th, 2025, the following names will appear on the ballot for Councillor:

Read more

Henvey Inlet First Nation Band Council Meeting February 3rd 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation General Membership Meeting February 3rd 2025

HENVEY INLET FIRST NATION

Band Council / General Membership Meeting

Feb 3rd, 2025 6PM

Attend in-person, by computer or by telephone

Read more

February 2025

February 2025 Newsletter

Here's your copy of January's newsletter: February 2025FEB2025month

  • Band Council Meeting- February 3
  • Offices Closed on Monday February 17 for Family Day
  • Nomination Meeting- February 10
  • Election Date- March 24
  • Wind Farm Quarterly Payment Schedule
  • Job Postings
  • Sit Down Lunch w. Louise- February 12 & 26
  • Ontario Works Schedule for February
  • HIFN Day Care Newsletter
  • Valentines Luncheon- February 5
  • Band Rep Schedule
  • Elders Gathering- February 27
  • Will & Estates Workshop- March date to be announced
  • Colin Mousseau, Traditional Healer- February 22, 23 & 24

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

Read more

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