Henvey Inlet First Nation Dodems
Henvey Inlet First Nation Dodems

Instructions:

The Land Code Committee has been meeting since September 2006 to develop a draft set of Land Codes for review by Chief and Council, the Community and an independent Verifier.  A community consultation process will then occur.  If all of the noted stakeholders are satisfied with the content of the Draft Land Code the community will vote on whether to adopt a community driven Land Code Process or remain under the management of Indian and Northern Affairs Canada.  

The meeting minutes are stored on the right.  You can read the minutes and/or Print or Save a copy for your records.  Look for the “Printer Friendly”  link on the top right hand side of each page.

Check out the mug shots of the Land Code Committee Members.

More information about this process and the background on the First Nation Lands Management Act can also be found on this site.

Introduction to the Developmental Phase from 2006 – 2009

Framework Agreement on First Nations Land Management

The Henvey Inlet First Nation (HIFN) Land Code Committee started the process of implementing a Land Code for the community as one of the steps in transferring land management authority from Indian and Northern Affairs to the Band under the Framework Agreement as ratified by the First Nations Land Management Act (FNLMA).  The process formally began in 2006 when Henvey and the First Nations Land Management Resource Centre signed a Community Action Plan agreement on April 1st, 2006.

The Framework Agreement provides guidelines First Nations are required to follow to complete the land code process such as outlined below:

Drafting a Land Code:

  • Identifying the First Nations Land to be managed by HIFN.

  • Sets out general rules and procedures for the use and occupation of lands.

  • Provides the procedures for making and publishing new First Nation Land Laws.

  • Provides financial accountability for revenues from the land (excluding oil and gas revenues, which stay under federal law).

  • Provides a community process to develop rules and procedures for Matrimonial and Real Property Laws and Estate Laws, and other Lands related matters.

  • Identifies a dispute resolution process.

  • Allows the delegation of land management responsibilities.

Environmental Assessment:

  • To ensure all HIFN Lands are clean of contaminants before transfer.

  • If contaminants are found in this first phase of the Environmental Assessment, it is the Minister’s responsibility to have the sites cleaned up.

Individual Agreement:

 An Individual Agreement between Henvey Inlet First Nation and the Minister will be negotiated to deal with the following matters;

  • The reserve lands to be managed by HIFN, reserve lands which are described in the legal land descriptions to be completed by Natural Resources Canada.

  • The specifics of the transfer of the administration from Canada to HIFN.

  • The developmental and operational funding to be provided by Canada to HIFN for land management.

Community Ratification Process

  • HIFN members 18 years and older vote to ratify the Land Code and Individual Agreement before HIFN can assume control over its lands.  The community ratification process has a provision for the role of a Verifier to   oversee the voting process.

Verification

  • An independent person (Verifier) has been selected by HIFN and Canada to confirm the Community Ratification Process and Land Code are consistent with the Framework Agreement.

  • The verifier monitors the community ratification process to ensure regulations are followed.

Transfer of Land Management:

  • If HIFN does ratify the Land Code and Individual Agreement, management control over FN land and resources is transferred from Indian Act control to HIFN.  The transfer of management authorities does not alter the title of Reserve lands.  It remains registered in the Band’s name in the Land Registry nor does it cause or cure land title issues that must be settled via the Land Claims process.

Where is HIFN in this process?

Since September 2006, the Land Code committee went through three readings of a Draft Land Code. The committee of seven (previously 9) HIFN members drafted and edited the Land Code to suit HIFN.  The final draft Land Code was ready for Band Members to examine in 2009. Community consultation was ongoing throughout the process.      

HIFN also completed an Environmental Assessment.  The documents are available for viewing at the Land Code Office. The first phase identified the location of environmental contaminants such as derelict vehicles or environmental toxins from a dump site. The second phase will correct or remove identified contaminants or environmental hazards.

Contact:  Land Code Office:  (705) 857-1727 / 1729 or Toll free:  1 (877) 257 – 1727

Framework Agreement on First Nations Land Management

Under Construction!!
CLICK HERE for the “Introduction to the Development Phase 2006-2009“)

The Operational Phase under the First Nations Land Management Act began in January 2010.
Watch for new postings to include Members of the Lands Advisory Committee, Meeting Minutes and new information as it emerges.

Here are the headlines from July 9, 2003 – Turtle Island Native Network
TAKING CONTROL OF RESERVE LANDS !
Choices for First Nations Regarding Land Management Issues

Indian Act vs. First Nations Land Management Act
A step toward self-government.
No more Indian Act control over management of lands.

Henvey Inlet’s Land Code passed in the December 7, 2009 vote.

Here are the results:
Yes = 186
No = 24

Announcements

Henvey Inlet FN - FoodCycler Pilot Program

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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!

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Nurse Practitioner

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Nurse Practitioner

The Nurse Practitioner reports to the Health Director and is responsible for providing primary health care services in the areas of health promotion, prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and support. The Nurse Practitioner assesses and diagnoses clients’ health for acute illnesses and supports clients to manage chronic illness. The Nurse Practitioner is also responsible for consulting with doctors, medical practitioners and community health specialists as required in order to provide safe and timely patient care in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario’s Standards of Practice Registered Nurses in the Extended Class. This position requires exceptional interpersonal communication and advocacy skills and strong attention to detail.

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Human Resources and Payroll Administrator

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Human Resources & Payroll Administrator

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Human Resources & Payroll Administrator to join our Administration. The Human Resources & Payroll Administrator reports to the Human Resources Manager and is responsible for providing administrative and technical support for the Human Resources department in areas such as recruiting, training, health & safety, benefits and payroll administration.

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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

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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

January 2024

January 2025 Newsletter

Here's your copy of January's newsletter: January 2025JAN2025month

  • Band Council Meeting- February 3
  • Diabetic Foot Care- February 5
  • Employment Opportunities
  • Education News
  • Day Care Newsletter
  • Looking for Photos of past Chief & Council
  • Men's Circle- January 14 & 28
  • Band Rep Schedule
  • Comfort Food Cooking- January 30
  • Colin Mousseau, Traditional Healer- February 22, 23 & 24
  • 2025 Calendars still available

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

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Henvey Inlet First Nation Ratification Law January 28 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation Ratification Law January 28 2025

HENVEY INLET FIRST NATION BAND COUNCIL RATIFICATION LAW

Date of open meeting of Council Tuesday, 28 January 2025 Location:

O&M Office 2 French River Reserve 13

Enacting Resolution Henvey Inlet First Nation Ratification Law

BACKGROUND

A. HIFN wishes to establish a custom-based process for the ratification by eligible voters of matters of importance to Henvey

Inlet First Nation in cases where no ratification process is prescribed by any other law.

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Announcements

Henvey Inlet FN - FoodCycler Pilot Program

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

Nurse Practitioner

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

Nurse Practitioner

The Nurse Practitioner reports to the Health Director and is responsible for providing primary health care services in the areas of health promotion, prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and support. The Nurse Practitioner assesses and diagnoses clients’ health for acute illnesses and supports clients to manage chronic illness. The Nurse Practitioner is also responsible for consulting with doctors, medical practitioners and community health specialists as required in order to provide safe and timely patient care in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario’s Standards of Practice Registered Nurses in the Extended Class. This position requires exceptional interpersonal communication and advocacy skills and strong attention to detail.

Read more

Human Resources and Payroll Administrator

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

Human Resources & Payroll Administrator

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Human Resources & Payroll Administrator to join our Administration. The Human Resources & Payroll Administrator reports to the Human Resources Manager and is responsible for providing administrative and technical support for the Human Resources department in areas such as recruiting, training, health & safety, benefits and payroll administration.

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

January 2024

January 2025 Newsletter

Here's your copy of January's newsletter: January 2025JAN2025month

  • Band Council Meeting- February 3
  • Diabetic Foot Care- February 5
  • Employment Opportunities
  • Education News
  • Day Care Newsletter
  • Looking for Photos of past Chief & Council
  • Men's Circle- January 14 & 28
  • Band Rep Schedule
  • Comfort Food Cooking- January 30
  • Colin Mousseau, Traditional Healer- February 22, 23 & 24
  • 2025 Calendars still available

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

Read more

Henvey Inlet First Nation Ratification Law January 28 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation Ratification Law January 28 2025

HENVEY INLET FIRST NATION BAND COUNCIL RATIFICATION LAW

Date of open meeting of Council Tuesday, 28 January 2025 Location:

O&M Office 2 French River Reserve 13

Enacting Resolution Henvey Inlet First Nation Ratification Law

BACKGROUND

A. HIFN wishes to establish a custom-based process for the ratification by eligible voters of matters of importance to Henvey

Inlet First Nation in cases where no ratification process is prescribed by any other law.

Read more

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