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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

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

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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

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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

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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.

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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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