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Mission, Program, Vision Statements

The Mission of HIFN Daycare is to JOIN families, children with the ESSENTIAL services that will enhance their quality of life and INFUSE a desire for lifelong learning and for young children (31 months-13 years old) a SERENE beginning.

The early learning experience children require must be high quality, wholistic and culturally relevant. Participants are equipped with an individualized support service plan fostering child, youth, family and community development, and is related to family healing and wellness goals.

HIFN Daycare is a committed supporter for children and youth in the mainstream early learning and youth system.

Program Statement

The HIFN Daycare Program Statement ENCOMPASSES the Ojibwa culture, Ontario's research and legislation. The Ojibwa culture is rooted in is a wholistic way of life that EMBRACES a relationship with all living things, animals, two legged, four legged, winged ones, swimmers, etc. Individuals living and walking "The Red Road/Good Life" experience and display joy, celebration and the ability to give thanks.

"Every little thing is sent for something, and in that thing there should be happiness and the power to make happy,
like the grasses showing tender faces to each other this we should do." 

~Black Elk

HIFN Daycare provides social support and educational services to Aboriginal children, youth and their families living in OUR First Nation COMMUNITY, promote success within the mainstream school community and within all aspects of their lives.

The indigenous pedagogical plan is primarily based on the Ojibwa culture and language while respecting and supporting all participating children's languages and cultures. HIFN Daycare believes that it takes a Nation to raise a child and that the Nation is responsible to the child and for supporting the role of the family in ensuring wellness.

Vision

Philosophy Statement

  • Positive experience in early childhood set the foundation for lifelong learning, caring & respectful relationships which are the foundation for optimal learning, development, health & well-being,

  • Each child will be treated as an individual & competent contributors with their own interests & point of view.Each child has a sense of belonging when they are connected to others & contributes to their world.

  • Enabling children to develop a sense of belonging as a part of a group is also a key contributor to their spirit, cultural awareness, individuality, & presence are valued.

  • Positive interaction which supports the development of social & cognitive competence & communication skills: which strengthen children's capacity to learn in the short & long term.

  • Every child has the right to be loved, feel secure, cared for, wanted and needed.

  • Above all as educators when we build relationships & work in partnership with families, understand the family's perceptions of their child, & help families know their child from an educator's point of view, everyone gains a deeper understanding.

  • Parents shall be encouraged & invited to take an active part in the Centre's program.

CLICK HERE for the PDF of the Mission, Program, Vision Statement.

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.

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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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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

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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.

Read more

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

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo Mobile

Henvey Inlet First Nation

RATIFIACATION VOTE RESULTS- October 27, 2024

Read more

New Information Posted From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund Logo

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

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

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.

Read more

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