Henvey Inlet First Nation Dodems
Henvey Inlet First Nation Dodems

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 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 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

Receptionist/Administrative Assistant

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Receptionist / Administrative Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to join our Administration. The Receptionist/Administrative Assistant reports to the Administration Manager and is responsible for providing administrative and secretarial support to Henvey Inlet First Nation’s Band Administration Office. This position requires excellent customer service, communication and organizational skills.

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Summer Students

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

Summer Students

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be a registered member of Henvey Inlet First Nation. Other registered First Nation student members will only be considered for student vacancies left unfilled by Henvey Inlet First Nation student members
  • Students in Grade 9 or higher must have a valid Social Insurance Number (Grade 8 students going into Grade 9 do not require a SIN)
  • Must have attended classes no less than 75% of the time for the 2024-25 school year; absence rate must be 25% or less for the 2024-25 school year
  • Must be enrolled in and returning to school in September 2025
  • Must be available for the full contract term from July 7th to August 15, 2025

Read more

Events Coordinator

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Events Coordinator

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Events Coordinator to join our Administration. The Events Coordinator reports to the Administration Manager and is responsible for overseeing the planning, design, budget, production, promotion and overall coordination of Henvey Inlet First Nation community events. The Events Coordinator will recruit volunteers, purchase supplies, set-up and decorate venues, create promotional materials and arrange catering when required. This position requires exceptional time-management and organizational skills and superior attention to detail.

Read more

Summer Student Coordinator

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

Summer Student Coordinator

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a Summer Student Coordinator to join our Administration for a short-term seasonal contract from June 2025 to August 2025. The Summer Student Coordinator reports to the Director of Finance/Administration and is responsible for supervising the summer students as they fulfill their work plan objectives. This position requires exceptional communication skills and a positive, motivational attitude.

Read more

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: Thursday, May 29, 2025• 11:00am- 2:00pm

Where: O&M Office 2

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

Announcements

Receptionist/Administrative Assistant

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

Receptionist / Administrative Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to join our Administration. The Receptionist/Administrative Assistant reports to the Administration Manager and is responsible for providing administrative and secretarial support to Henvey Inlet First Nation’s Band Administration Office. This position requires excellent customer service, communication and organizational skills.

Read more

Summer Students

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

Summer Students

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be a registered member of Henvey Inlet First Nation. Other registered First Nation student members will only be considered for student vacancies left unfilled by Henvey Inlet First Nation student members
  • Students in Grade 9 or higher must have a valid Social Insurance Number (Grade 8 students going into Grade 9 do not require a SIN)
  • Must have attended classes no less than 75% of the time for the 2024-25 school year; absence rate must be 25% or less for the 2024-25 school year
  • Must be enrolled in and returning to school in September 2025
  • Must be available for the full contract term from July 7th to August 15, 2025

Read more

Events Coordinator

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

Events Coordinator

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Events Coordinator to join our Administration. The Events Coordinator reports to the Administration Manager and is responsible for overseeing the planning, design, budget, production, promotion and overall coordination of Henvey Inlet First Nation community events. The Events Coordinator will recruit volunteers, purchase supplies, set-up and decorate venues, create promotional materials and arrange catering when required. This position requires exceptional time-management and organizational skills and superior attention to detail.

Read more

Summer Student Coordinator

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

Summer Student Coordinator

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a Summer Student Coordinator to join our Administration for a short-term seasonal contract from June 2025 to August 2025. The Summer Student Coordinator reports to the Director of Finance/Administration and is responsible for supervising the summer students as they fulfill their work plan objectives. This position requires exceptional communication skills and a positive, motivational attitude.

Read more

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: Thursday, May 29, 2025• 11:00am- 2:00pm

Where: O&M Office 2

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

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