Henvey Inlet First Nation Dodems
Henvey Inlet First Nation Dodems

Henvey Inlet First Nation Community

Introduction

Henvey Inlet and French River No.13 have a very interesting past, but very little of it is presented here. In fact, most of our story is unknown to mainstream Canada, and sadly, to most of our Members. It has yet to be written.

We set up a new Emerging History Page to post what we know and to seek the help of Band Members and others who possess either oral or printed history to help us tell our own story.  Please go to the new page for an update on this important project.

Community Profile

The Henvey Inlet, French and Pickerel Rivers were all used in the past for fishing, hunting, trade, and logging.  Of course the first settlers of this area were Ojibway.  Before the Robinson-Huron treaties the Ojibway lived in a various locations around this diverse and beautiful land, from the Atlantic Ocean to the Prairies.

Henvey Inlet First Nation is comprised of three separate reserve properties.  Henvey Inlet Reserve No. 2 is located on the North East shore of Georgian Bay approximately 90km of Sudbury on the west side if highway 69 and 71km North of Parry Sound, at approximately 40 degrees 50’ North latitude and 80 degrees 40’ west longitude.

French River reserve No.13 which is 11km north of the Henvey Inlet #2 reserve, is east of highway 69 on Pickerel River, approximately 45 degrees 58’ North latitude and 80 degrees 30’ West longitude.

Cantin Island is part of the French River Reserve No.13 and is located North of the mainland portion and separated by Pickerel River and is bordered by the French River on the North Side. Cantin Island Reserve No.13 is presently being used for seasonal camping and recreational cottages only.

The main village is on the French River Reserve No. 13, along Pickerel River Road.  At the present time there are 50 houses, most have been built within the last 10-15 years.  A 4000 square foot Public Works garage and a 1200 square foot commercial building were built around the same time (1993).

Currently the Band Office is located in our commercial building the old Band Office is leased by our Tribal Association. The Public Works building is used by Henvey Inlet Fire and Rescue along with their First Response team, the building is also used for community events.  

More housing is in the planning stages for along the Pickerel River Rd and in the subdivision should population continue to increase. There is a small population at the Henvey Inlet Reserve No. 2, however there is no other development other than the 12 members homes at this time.

There is a population of about 150 members on reserve and 450 off reserve. There are also a few people that live just outside the reserve boundaries on the North side of the French River No.13 at the Pickerel River landing along with tourists in mostly the summer months.

Announcements

Latest Information From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund Oct 4 2025 (2)

New Information From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

Update #3 About The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund Legal Fees Case Is Available

There is additional information available regarding the Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund Legal Fees Case.

Please log in to the registered Member's Portal section of the website to view this release.

You can access the portal login page by CLICKING HERE.

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Lands Assistant- REPOST

 

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

Lands Assistant- REPOST

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.

Read more

New Information From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund Oct 1 2025

New Information From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

More Information From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

There is additional information available regarding the Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund. 

Please log in to the registered Member's Portal section of the website to view this release.

You can access the portal login page by CLICKING HERE.

Read more

New Information From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

New Information From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

New Information From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

There is new information available regarding the Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund. 

Please log in to the registered Member's Portal section of the website to view this information.

You can get there by CLICKING HERE.

Read more

October 2025

October 2025 Newsletter

Here's your copy of October's newsletter: October 2025october 2025

  • Offices will be closed on October 13 for Thanksgiving
  • Diabetic Foot Care- October 1 & November 5
  • Flu/Covid Clinic- October 20 & 24
  • Education News
  • Day Care Newsletter
  • Ontario Works Schedule
  • Home Maintenance Workshop- October 20
  • Celestial Circle- October 16
  • Halloween Dance- October 25
  • Youth Engagement/Minute to Win It- October 20
  • Free Adult Haircuts- November 3
  • Free Community Money Bingo 18+ - November 8
  • Community Engagement Session- Anishinaabemowin Revitalization Strategy- October 7
  • Cedar Baths- October 14, 15 &16
  • Men's Circle- October 9 & 23

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

Read more

Henvey Inlet First Nation General Members Meeting September 22nd, 2025, 6 PM

Henvey Inlet First Nation Dark Logo lg

Henvey Inlet First Nation

General Members Meeting

September 22nd, 2025, 6 PM

Attend in-person, by computer or by telephone:

Read more

RHT Language Revitilization Community Engagement Session

Henvey Inlet First Nation - Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Community Survey Prize Winners

R.H.T Language Revitalization

Community Engagement Session

Tuesday October 7, 2025

LOCATION:  O&M Building-14 Sandpit Road, Office 1

TIME: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM- Supper to be provided

Read more

Henvey Inlet First Nation Annual General Membership Meeting September 11th 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo Mobile

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

Read more

Henvey Inlet First Nation Annual General Meeting September 10th 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo Annual General Meeting  September 10th 2025 notice

Annual General Meeting

September 10th 2025

Location: New EMS Building, 18 Sand Pit Road, bay number 1.

Time: 9:00 am - 3:30pm

Read more

Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Community Survey Prize Winners

Henvey Inlet First Nation - Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Community Survey Prize Winners

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. 

Read more

September 2025

September 2025 Newsletter

Here's your copy of September's newsletter: September 2025sept2023month

  • 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.

Read more

REPOST- Contract Opportunity- School Bus Monitor

Henvey Inlet First Nation Elementary School Bus Driver

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.

Read more

Announcements

Latest Information From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund Oct 4 2025 (2)

New Information From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

Update #3 About The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund Legal Fees Case Is Available

There is additional information available regarding the Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund Legal Fees Case.

Please log in to the registered Member's Portal section of the website to view this release.

You can access the portal login page by CLICKING HERE.

Read more

Lands Assistant- REPOST

 

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

Lands Assistant- REPOST

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.

Read more

New Information From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund Oct 1 2025

New Information From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

More Information From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

There is additional information available regarding the Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund. 

Please log in to the registered Member's Portal section of the website to view this release.

You can access the portal login page by CLICKING HERE.

Read more

New Information From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

New Information From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

New Information From The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

There is new information available regarding the Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund. 

Please log in to the registered Member's Portal section of the website to view this information.

You can get there by CLICKING HERE.

Read more

October 2025

October 2025 Newsletter

Here's your copy of October's newsletter: October 2025october 2025

  • Offices will be closed on October 13 for Thanksgiving
  • Diabetic Foot Care- October 1 & November 5
  • Flu/Covid Clinic- October 20 & 24
  • Education News
  • Day Care Newsletter
  • Ontario Works Schedule
  • Home Maintenance Workshop- October 20
  • Celestial Circle- October 16
  • Halloween Dance- October 25
  • Youth Engagement/Minute to Win It- October 20
  • Free Adult Haircuts- November 3
  • Free Community Money Bingo 18+ - November 8
  • Community Engagement Session- Anishinaabemowin Revitalization Strategy- October 7
  • Cedar Baths- October 14, 15 &16
  • Men's Circle- October 9 & 23

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

Read more

Henvey Inlet First Nation General Members Meeting September 22nd, 2025, 6 PM

Henvey Inlet First Nation Dark Logo lg

Henvey Inlet First Nation

General Members Meeting

September 22nd, 2025, 6 PM

Attend in-person, by computer or by telephone:

Read more

RHT Language Revitilization Community Engagement Session

Henvey Inlet First Nation - Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Community Survey Prize Winners

R.H.T Language Revitalization

Community Engagement Session

Tuesday October 7, 2025

LOCATION:  O&M Building-14 Sandpit Road, Office 1

TIME: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM- Supper to be provided

Read more

Henvey Inlet First Nation Annual General Membership Meeting September 11th 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo Mobile

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

Read more

Henvey Inlet First Nation Annual General Meeting September 10th 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo Annual General Meeting  September 10th 2025 notice

Annual General Meeting

September 10th 2025

Location: New EMS Building, 18 Sand Pit Road, bay number 1.

Time: 9:00 am - 3:30pm

Read more

Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Community Survey Prize Winners

Henvey Inlet First Nation - Anishinaabek Wiidosendiwak Community Survey Prize Winners

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. 

Read more

September 2025

September 2025 Newsletter

Here's your copy of September's newsletter: September 2025sept2023month

  • 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.

Read more

REPOST- Contract Opportunity- School Bus Monitor

Henvey Inlet First Nation Elementary School Bus Driver

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.

Read more

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