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Parent Handbook and Forms

Program Statement

The HIFN Daycare Program is encompasses the Ojibwa culture, Ontario's research & legislation. The Ojibwa culture is rooted in a wholistic way of life that embraces a relationship with all living things. Individuals living or learning about the "The Red Road Life" experience & display joy, celebration & the ability to give thanks.

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

HIFN Daycare provides social support & educational services to our First Nation children, youth and their families. The indigenous pedagogical plan is primarily based on the Ojibwa culture & language while respecting & supporting all participating children's language & cultures. HIFN Daycare believes that: It is our desire that we and you should be as one heart, one mind, and one body, thus becoming one people, entertaining a mutual love and regard for each other, to be preserved firm and entire, not only between you and us, but between your children and our children, to all succeeding generations.

Parental Involvement

Parental involvement is encouraged. Parents can assist with field trips, attend their child's birthday luncheon, social events, and share information with the Centre about their child's individual needs. Newsletters and information sharing occurs regularly. We invite your input. Questionnaires are distributed annually. Your feedback is valued and appreciated.

We have community resource information available. Please ask the supervisor or designate for assistance. Monthly Calendars identifying special events are distributed to all families.

Below are the required forms and information needed for Daycare

CLICK HERE for the full PDF - DayCare Parent Handbook

CLICK HERE for the full PDF - Toddler/Preschool Social Resume Form

CLICK HERE for the full PDF - Toddler/Preschool - Child's Health Resume Form

CLICK HERE for the full PDF - Toddler/Preschool - Child's Emergency Information Form

CLICK HERE for the full PDF - Toddler/Preschool - Agreement for Child Care Services Form

CLICK HERE for the full PDF - School Age Social Resume Form

CLICK HERE for the full PDF - School Age Child's Health Resume Form

CLICK HERE for the full PDF - School Age Child's Emergency Information Form

CLICK HERE for the full PDF - School Age Agreement for Child Care Services Form

 

Announcements

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.

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Maintenance Assistant

Henvey Inlet First Nation Maintenance Assistant

Maintenance Assistant

Henvey Inlet First Nation is currently seeking a full-time Maintenance Assistant to join our Administration. 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, Fire Hall and Pickerel River Trailer Park. This position requires high degree of self-motivation and a strong work ethic.

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Emergency Management Coordinator

Henvey Inlet First Nation Emergency Management Coordinator

Emergency Management Coordinator

 

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a temporary, full-time Emergency Management Coordinator to join our Administration for a 7-month contract, with possibility of extension. The Emergency Management Coordinator reports to the Fire Chief and is responsible for overseeing the coordination of emergency response plans during natural and/or man-made disasters directly impacting Henvey Inlet First Nation. The Emergency Management Coordinator will work collaboratively with HIFN emergency services personnel to create response plans for dealing with emergencies that will mitigate potential hazards, respond to incidents and coordinate recovery efforts in accordance with applicable municipal, provincial and federal laws and legislation. This position requires excellent communication and critical thinking skills.

Read more

Elementary School Bus Driver

Henvey Inlet First Nation Elementary School Bus Driver

Elementary School Bus Driver

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a Elementary School Bus Driver to join our Administration for a short-term contract from September 2025 to June 2027. The Elementary School Bus Driver reports to the Education Counsellor and is responsible for transporting students of various ages to and from their homes and respective schools in a timely and safe manner and in accordance with MTO driving regulations, Ontario traffic laws and safe driving practices. This position requires excellent organization, communication and customer service skills.

Read more

August 2025

August 2025 Newsletter

Here's your copy of August's newsletter: August 2025august2023picture

  • Offices will be closed on August 4, 2025
  • Employment Opportunities
  • Counselling Services for Band Members
  • Go Forward Community Info Session Regarding RHT
  • Ontario Works notices
  • Food Bank Notice
  • RHT Trust Logo Contest
  • Youth Career Fair
  • Student Canadas Wonderland Trip
  • Back 2 School Bingo for School Aged Children
  • Diabetic Lunch N Learn
  • NIHB Program Updates

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

Read more

Mental Health Worker - REPOST

Henvey Inlet First Nation Mental Health Worker

Mental Health Worker

*Re-Post*

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Mental Health Worker to join our Administration. The Mental Health Worker reports to the Health Director and is responsible for providing mental health services and coping strategies for adult individuals suffering from a wide range of emotional and mental health disorders in both individual and group settings. The Mental Health Worker works with clients to promote optimum mental and emotional health and wellness and support spiritual healing. This position requires exceptional interpersonal communication and listening skills and a high-degree of discretion and professionalism.

Read more

Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund Go Forward Community Information Sessions

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Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

Go Forward Community Information Sessions

Learn more about the ongoing priorities of the Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund (RHTLF), including updates on current litigation, current issues and the Go Forward Annuity Clause/Augmentation Process.

Read more

Student Canadas Wonderland Trip Wednesday August 20, 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation Student Canada's Wonderland Trip Wednesday August 20, 2025

Student Canada's Wonderland Trip

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Deadline to sign up is August 8, 2025, by 10:00am!!

Read more

Henvey Inlet First Nation Robinson Huron Treaty Trust Logo Contest

Henvey Inlet First Nation - PCD Logo contest 2025

Help us create an extraordinary logo for Henvey Inlet First Nation PCD RHT Trust!

This logo will be the face of the PCD RHT Trust.

Henvey Inlet First Nation - PCD Logo contest 2025 Prizes

Read more

General Membership Meeting July 21st 2025 6PM

Henvey Inlet First Nation Dark Logo

HENVEY INLET FIRST NATION

General Members Meeting

July 21st 2025, 6PM

Attend in-person, by computer or by telephone

Read more

July 2025

July 2025 Newsletter

Here's your copy of July's newsletter: July 2025July 2025 month picture

  • Offices will be closed on July 1, 2025
  • Employment Opportunities
  • Counselling Services for Band Members
  • Home Ownership & Money Management Workshop
  • Ontario Works notices
  • Food Bank Notice
  • Elephant Thoughts Camp
  • Kids Canoeing Club
  • Kids and Youth Arts & Crafts
  • Youth Engagement Session
  • Foot Care
  • Adult Gathering
  • Men's Circle
  • Fire Gathering & Teachings

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

Read more

Henvey Inlet First Nation - Office Closed June 24, 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation - Office Closed June 24, 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation - Office Closed June 24, 2025

Read more

Announcements

Henvey Inlet First Nation Energy Project Community Benefits Video

Henvey Inlet First Nation Logo Mobile

Henvey Inlet First Nation Energy Project Community Benefits Video

Use the media player embedded below to watch the video.

Read more

Maintenance Assistant

Henvey Inlet First Nation Maintenance Assistant

Maintenance Assistant

Henvey Inlet First Nation is currently seeking a full-time Maintenance Assistant to join our Administration. 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, Fire Hall and Pickerel River Trailer Park. This position requires high degree of self-motivation and a strong work ethic.

Read more

Emergency Management Coordinator

Henvey Inlet First Nation Emergency Management Coordinator

Emergency Management Coordinator

 

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a temporary, full-time Emergency Management Coordinator to join our Administration for a 7-month contract, with possibility of extension. The Emergency Management Coordinator reports to the Fire Chief and is responsible for overseeing the coordination of emergency response plans during natural and/or man-made disasters directly impacting Henvey Inlet First Nation. The Emergency Management Coordinator will work collaboratively with HIFN emergency services personnel to create response plans for dealing with emergencies that will mitigate potential hazards, respond to incidents and coordinate recovery efforts in accordance with applicable municipal, provincial and federal laws and legislation. This position requires excellent communication and critical thinking skills.

Read more

Elementary School Bus Driver

Henvey Inlet First Nation Elementary School Bus Driver

Elementary School Bus Driver

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a Elementary School Bus Driver to join our Administration for a short-term contract from September 2025 to June 2027. The Elementary School Bus Driver reports to the Education Counsellor and is responsible for transporting students of various ages to and from their homes and respective schools in a timely and safe manner and in accordance with MTO driving regulations, Ontario traffic laws and safe driving practices. This position requires excellent organization, communication and customer service skills.

Read more

August 2025

August 2025 Newsletter

Here's your copy of August's newsletter: August 2025august2023picture

  • Offices will be closed on August 4, 2025
  • Employment Opportunities
  • Counselling Services for Band Members
  • Go Forward Community Info Session Regarding RHT
  • Ontario Works notices
  • Food Bank Notice
  • RHT Trust Logo Contest
  • Youth Career Fair
  • Student Canadas Wonderland Trip
  • Back 2 School Bingo for School Aged Children
  • Diabetic Lunch N Learn
  • NIHB Program Updates

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

Read more

Mental Health Worker - REPOST

Henvey Inlet First Nation Mental Health Worker

Mental Health Worker

*Re-Post*

Henvey Inlet First Nation is seeking a full-time Mental Health Worker to join our Administration. The Mental Health Worker reports to the Health Director and is responsible for providing mental health services and coping strategies for adult individuals suffering from a wide range of emotional and mental health disorders in both individual and group settings. The Mental Health Worker works with clients to promote optimum mental and emotional health and wellness and support spiritual healing. This position requires exceptional interpersonal communication and listening skills and a high-degree of discretion and professionalism.

Read more

Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund Go Forward Community Information Sessions

Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund Logo

Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund

Go Forward Community Information Sessions

Learn more about the ongoing priorities of the Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund (RHTLF), including updates on current litigation, current issues and the Go Forward Annuity Clause/Augmentation Process.

Read more

Student Canadas Wonderland Trip Wednesday August 20, 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation Student Canada's Wonderland Trip Wednesday August 20, 2025

Student Canada's Wonderland Trip

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Deadline to sign up is August 8, 2025, by 10:00am!!

Read more

Henvey Inlet First Nation Robinson Huron Treaty Trust Logo Contest

Henvey Inlet First Nation - PCD Logo contest 2025

Help us create an extraordinary logo for Henvey Inlet First Nation PCD RHT Trust!

This logo will be the face of the PCD RHT Trust.

Henvey Inlet First Nation - PCD Logo contest 2025 Prizes

Read more

General Membership Meeting July 21st 2025 6PM

Henvey Inlet First Nation Dark Logo

HENVEY INLET FIRST NATION

General Members Meeting

July 21st 2025, 6PM

Attend in-person, by computer or by telephone

Read more

July 2025

July 2025 Newsletter

Here's your copy of July's newsletter: July 2025July 2025 month picture

  • Offices will be closed on July 1, 2025
  • Employment Opportunities
  • Counselling Services for Band Members
  • Home Ownership & Money Management Workshop
  • Ontario Works notices
  • Food Bank Notice
  • Elephant Thoughts Camp
  • Kids Canoeing Club
  • Kids and Youth Arts & Crafts
  • Youth Engagement Session
  • Foot Care
  • Adult Gathering
  • Men's Circle
  • Fire Gathering & Teachings

and more!

Please download and read the newsletter for more information.

Read more

Henvey Inlet First Nation - Office Closed June 24, 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation - Office Closed June 24, 2025

Henvey Inlet First Nation - Office Closed June 24, 2025

Read more

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