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Our Daycare Center

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About Our Daycare

Henvey Inlet First Nation Daycare opened its door June 1999. It was an idea that took a few years to see completed and up to Ministry of Education standards. With humble hearts and sincerity of HIFN Daycare came to be a realization.

Through the 20 years that we have been here there have been many, many changes. In our leadership, guidelines, policies, government, staffing etc. But our one constance has been the community's children.

Throughout the years I have seen three generations come through our doors. And with each generation there has been change, for the better and a brighter future for our children, grandchildren, and future generations. But with the change: there has come with a lot of hard work, teamwork, and a lot of willingness to learn. About ourselves, our children, our community, and keep an open mind and understanding of the changes that come our way.

Mission, Program, Vision Statements

The Mission of HIFN Daycare is to JOIN families, children with the ESSENTIAL services that will enhance their quality of life and INFUSE a desire for lifelong learning and for young children (31 months-13 years old) a SERENE beginning.

The early learning experience children require must be high quality, wholistic and culturally relevant. Participants are equipped with an individualized support service plan fostering child, youth, family and community development, and is related to family healing and wellness goals.

HIFN Daycare is a committed supporter for children and youth in the mainstream early learning and youth system.

Program Goals

High Quality Early Childhood settings are associated with immediate & long term positive outcomes for children. Children who attend high quality Early Childhood Programs where they experience warm, supportive relationships are happier, less anxious & more motivated to learn.

  • Promote the health, safety, nutrition & well-being of the children.

  • Support positive & responsive interaction among the children, parents, child care providers, & staff.

  • Encourage the children to interact & communicate in a positive way & support their ability to self-regulate

Code of Ethics for HIFN Daycare

The Code of Ethics reflects a core set of beliefs & values, which are fundamental to our field & serve to inform our practise as Early Childhood Educators. HIFN Daycare through the Code of Ethics, publicly acknowledge our commitment to these beliefs & values & recognize our responsibility to use the Code of Ethics on a day to day basis to guide our behaviour in working with the children & families of Henvey Inlet First Nation.

Anaphylactic Policy and Procedure

Anaphylaxis is a serious allergic reaction and can be life threatening. The allergy may be related to food, insect stings, medicine, latex, exercise etc. This policy is intended to help support the needs of a child with a severe allergy and provide information on anaphylaxis and awareness to parents, staff, students and visitors at the child care centre.

Employees, volunteers and students are able to identify enrolled children with anaphylactic allergies as well as allergies, and are able to correctly explain the emergency procedure to be followed if the child has an anaphylactic reaction.

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

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.

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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

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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.

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NNDSB Contingency Plan moves PSHS to Remote Learning

Near North District School Board Logo

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.

Read more

Survey Link For Remote Learning

Near North District School Board Logo

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.

Read more

Subject Back-to-School Update Timetables Schedule Changes September 2 Start

Near North District School Board Logo

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

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

REPOST- Contract Opportunity- Meals on Wheels Coordinator

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

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.

Read more

NNDSB Update on Parry Sound JK-12 School Construction

 

Henvey Inlet First Nation Elementary School Bus Driver

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.

Read more

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

Announcements

Lands Assistant

 

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

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.

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

NNDSB Contingency Plan moves PSHS to Remote Learning

Near North District School Board Logo

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.

Read more

Survey Link For Remote Learning

Near North District School Board Logo

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.

Read more

Subject Back-to-School Update Timetables Schedule Changes September 2 Start

Near North District School Board Logo

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

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

REPOST- Contract Opportunity- Meals on Wheels Coordinator

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

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.

Read more

NNDSB Update on Parry Sound JK-12 School Construction

 

Henvey Inlet First Nation Elementary School Bus Driver

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.

Read more

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

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