HIFN Signs Onto First Nations Market Housing Fund
Chief Wayne McQuabbie says, "the demand for housing is great in our community and now, on and off-reserve members have another option for housing."
Community News and Press Releases
Good Food Boxes
Anishinabek News, Aug. 16/13
A food buying club has been started up at the North Bay Indian Friendship Centre. Executive Director Nancy Potvin was instrumental in getting this program running.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promises to reset relationship
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promises to reset relationship with First Nations, Metis and Inuit
December 08, 2015
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has addressed the Assembly of First Nations in Gatineau, QC today. He promised to renew the relationship with First Nations.
The prime minister said his government would immediately move on the five promises the Liberals made during the recent election campaign:
First Nations women in Ontario at high risk, Chiefs say
News Release - Chiefs of Ontario, Tuesday, August 13, 2013
Chiefs of Ontario highlight third death of First Nation woman in city of Toronto as calls for inquiry into missing and murdered Aboriginal women as dismissed by federal Tories
TORONTO, ON (August 13, 2013) - As calls for a national Inquiry into missing and murdered Aboriginal women are dismissed by the federal Tories in Canada, the list of suspicious deaths of First Nations women in Ontario mounts.
Baseball field gets facelift
September 30, 2015, Jennifer Ashawasegai, Communications Coordinator
Henvey Inlet First Nation - The baseball field in the community is getting a facelift – that’s thanks to a Trillium Foundation grant of $60,000.
HIFN had applied for the grant last year, which they were successful in receiving. However, leadership deferred the grant to be spent this year.
Draft Environmental Assessment in good shape
By Jennifer Ashawasegai, Communications Coordinator
Dec. 23/16 - Third party experts by Henvey Inlet First Nation gave the nod to the environmental assessment (EA) conducted by Aecom. However, they did give numerous recommendations, most of which, have been reflected in the presentation on December 15th to community members in Henvey Inlet First Nation.
Henvey Inlet First Nation Photo Gallery
Announcements
Lands Assistant
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Lands Assistant
Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Lands Assistant to join our Administration. The Lands Assistant reports to the Lands Manager and is responsible for providing administrative and clerical support for land management, lease management, and all other services of the Henvey Inlet First Nation Lands Department. This position requires exceptional organization and interpersonal communication skills.
Henvey Inlet First Nation Annual General Membership Meeting September 11th 2025
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Annual General Membership Meeting
September 11th 2025
Location: New EMS Building, 18 Sand Pit Road, bay number 1
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Henvey Inlet First Nation Annual General Meeting September 10th 2025
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Annual General Meeting
September 10th 2025
Location: New EMS Building, 18 Sand Pit Road, bay number 1.
Time: 9:00 am - 3:30pm
Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Community Survey Prize Winners
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Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Community Survey Prize Winners
Miigwetch to everyone who took the time to share their voice in the Community Survey to support the development of Henvey Inlet First Nation’s Child and Family Wellbeing Law. Your input ensures that the Law reflects our values, traditions, and vision for the care of our children and families.
September 2025
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September 2025 Newsletter
Here's your copy of September's newsletter: September 2025
- Offices will be closed on September 1
- Employment Opportunities
- Diabetic Foot Care- September 3
- Men's Circle- September 4 & 18
- Ontario Works notices
- Food Bank Notice
- Annual General Meeting- September 10
- Annual Trust Membership Meeting- Sept. 11
- Wills Meeting- September 17
- Home Maintenance Workshop- September 24
- Learn to Harvest/Process Fish- Sept. 2 to 5
- Indigenous Services Canada Notice
- Murder Mystery Lunch- September 18
- National Day of Truth and Reconciliation- September 30
and more!
Please download and read the newsletter for more information.
NNDSB Contingency Plan moves PSHS to Remote Learning
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NNDSB Contingency Plan moves PSHS to Remote Learning
Message to First Nation Communities
Although significant efforts have been made by staff, Parry Sound High School (PSHS) is not currently ready to accommodate staff and students.
Survey Link For Remote Learning
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Survey Link For Remote Learning
Parents/Guardians,
You will have already received an email from the Near North District School Board today advising parents about the preparation of a backup plan for remote learning for Grade 9-12 students of Parry Sound High School.
Subject Back-to-School Update Timetables Schedule Changes September 2 Start
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Subject: Back-to-School Update – Timetables, Schedule Changes & September 2 Start
Dear Parents and Guardians,
As we count down to the start of the school year on September 2, I’d like to share a few important updates to help you, and your child feel prepared and informed.
📋 Student Timetables – Still in Progress
REPOST- Contract Opportunity- School Bus Monitor
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REPOST- Contract Opportunity- School Bus Monitor
CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS
Henvey Inlet First Nation Education Department is currently seeking a part-time contractor to provide School Bus Monitor services for the 2025-26 academic year. School Bus Monitors of Henvey Inlet First Nation are required to uphold the core values of safety, service and respect at all times. The primary responsibility of the Bus Monitor is to ensure the students’ behaviours and actions are not a distraction to the Bus Driver, by enforcing the rules of the bus as defined by Henvey Inlet First Nation. The School Bus Monitor will also be required to record student attendance on a daily basis. This person requires excellent interpersonal communication skills and a positive attitude.
REPOST- Contract Opportunity- Meals on Wheels Coordinator
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REPOST- Contract Opportunity- Meals on Wheels Coordinator
CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS
Henvey Inlet First Nation is currently seeking a part-time contractor to provide Meals on Wheels services in the community two days per week. The Meals on Wheels Coordinator will work collaboratively with the Health Director and be responsible to prepare and deliver nutritious meals to Henvey Inlet First Nation MOW clients on specified routes. This person requires excellent customer service skills, a high level of personal integrity and strong attention to detail.
NNDSB Update on Parry Sound JK-12 School Construction
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NNDSB Update on Parry Sound JK-12
School Construction
Press release dated August 13, 2025.
Near North District School Board is sharing an important update with valued First Nation Partners regarding the construction of the new JK-12 school in Parry Sound.
Henvey Inlet First Nation Energy Project Community Benefits Video
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Henvey Inlet First Nation Energy Project Community Benefits Video
Use the media player embedded below to watch the video.
Announcements
Lands Assistant
in Job Postings
Lands Assistant
Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Lands Assistant to join our Administration. The Lands Assistant reports to the Lands Manager and is responsible for providing administrative and clerical support for land management, lease management, and all other services of the Henvey Inlet First Nation Lands Department. This position requires exceptional organization and interpersonal communication skills.
Henvey Inlet First Nation Annual General Membership Meeting September 11th 2025
in Community Meetings
Annual General Membership Meeting
September 11th 2025
Location: New EMS Building, 18 Sand Pit Road, bay number 1
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Henvey Inlet First Nation Annual General Meeting September 10th 2025
in Community Meetings
Annual General Meeting
September 10th 2025
Location: New EMS Building, 18 Sand Pit Road, bay number 1.
Time: 9:00 am - 3:30pm
Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Community Survey Prize Winners
in Community News and Press Releases
Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Community Survey Prize Winners
Miigwetch to everyone who took the time to share their voice in the Community Survey to support the development of Henvey Inlet First Nation’s Child and Family Wellbeing Law. Your input ensures that the Law reflects our values, traditions, and vision for the care of our children and families.
September 2025
in Newsletters
September 2025 Newsletter
Here's your copy of September's newsletter: September 2025
- Offices will be closed on September 1
- Employment Opportunities
- Diabetic Foot Care- September 3
- Men's Circle- September 4 & 18
- Ontario Works notices
- Food Bank Notice
- Annual General Meeting- September 10
- Annual Trust Membership Meeting- Sept. 11
- Wills Meeting- September 17
- Home Maintenance Workshop- September 24
- Learn to Harvest/Process Fish- Sept. 2 to 5
- Indigenous Services Canada Notice
- Murder Mystery Lunch- September 18
- National Day of Truth and Reconciliation- September 30
and more!
Please download and read the newsletter for more information.
NNDSB Contingency Plan moves PSHS to Remote Learning
in Community News and Press Releases
NNDSB Contingency Plan moves PSHS to Remote Learning
Message to First Nation Communities
Although significant efforts have been made by staff, Parry Sound High School (PSHS) is not currently ready to accommodate staff and students.
Survey Link For Remote Learning
in Community News and Press Releases
Survey Link For Remote Learning
Parents/Guardians,
You will have already received an email from the Near North District School Board today advising parents about the preparation of a backup plan for remote learning for Grade 9-12 students of Parry Sound High School.
Subject Back-to-School Update Timetables Schedule Changes September 2 Start
in Community News and Press Releases
Subject: Back-to-School Update – Timetables, Schedule Changes & September 2 Start
Dear Parents and Guardians,
As we count down to the start of the school year on September 2, I’d like to share a few important updates to help you, and your child feel prepared and informed.
📋 Student Timetables – Still in Progress
REPOST- Contract Opportunity- School Bus Monitor
in Job Postings
REPOST- Contract Opportunity- School Bus Monitor
CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS
Henvey Inlet First Nation Education Department is currently seeking a part-time contractor to provide School Bus Monitor services for the 2025-26 academic year. School Bus Monitors of Henvey Inlet First Nation are required to uphold the core values of safety, service and respect at all times. The primary responsibility of the Bus Monitor is to ensure the students’ behaviours and actions are not a distraction to the Bus Driver, by enforcing the rules of the bus as defined by Henvey Inlet First Nation. The School Bus Monitor will also be required to record student attendance on a daily basis. This person requires excellent interpersonal communication skills and a positive attitude.
REPOST- Contract Opportunity- Meals on Wheels Coordinator
in Job Postings
REPOST- Contract Opportunity- Meals on Wheels Coordinator
CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS
Henvey Inlet First Nation is currently seeking a part-time contractor to provide Meals on Wheels services in the community two days per week. The Meals on Wheels Coordinator will work collaboratively with the Health Director and be responsible to prepare and deliver nutritious meals to Henvey Inlet First Nation MOW clients on specified routes. This person requires excellent customer service skills, a high level of personal integrity and strong attention to detail.
NNDSB Update on Parry Sound JK-12 School Construction
in Community News and Press Releases
NNDSB Update on Parry Sound JK-12
School Construction
Press release dated August 13, 2025.
Near North District School Board is sharing an important update with valued First Nation Partners regarding the construction of the new JK-12 school in Parry Sound.
Henvey Inlet First Nation Energy Project Community Benefits Video
in Energy Champion Information and Updates
Henvey Inlet First Nation Energy Project Community Benefits Video
Use the media player embedded below to watch the video.
