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Anishinabek Dental Hygiene Clinic

We are now accepting new clients to our clinic!

Who is eligible?

Registered Indians of all ages are welcome to receive Dental Hygiene (DH) services. All that is required is the participants registered status number by which your DH can access his/her Non-Insured Health Benefits.

Services available:

Oral Examination & Assessment Scaling (cleaning) Stain removal/Polishing Pit and Fissure Sealants Desensitization Fluoride Application Oral Hygiene Instruction

Where to go,

Dental Hygiene services can be accessed at Fort William First Nation’s Health Centre within the Anishinabek Dental Hygiene Clinic.

To schedule an appointment please call Desiree Morriseau-Shields R.D.H. @ 807-622-8802 Ext. 807

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTSESSIONS

Based out of the University of Manitoba, but with partners and affiliated organizations across the country, the National Centre

for Truth and Reconciliation is the permanent home for all statements, documents and other materials gathered by the

Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC).

MEMBERS OF THE NCTR STAFF WILL BE TRAVELLING TO YOUR COMMUNITY TO SPEAK WITH YOU AND TO LEARN ABOUT YOUR HOPES AND DREAMS FOR THE CENTRE.

We want to hear your thoughts. Together, we will build your Centre in a good way.

For more information contact:Rose Hart, Community Engagement Coordinator

Telephone: 1-204-480-1093 Toll Free: 1-855-415-4534 Email: rose.hart@umanitoba.ca

SESSION TIMES

Health Supports will be available on site and lunch will be provided

Host: Lakehead University

When: November 9, 2015

9:00 am to 12:00 pmLUNCH

1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Where: Thunder Bay, Ontario

Contact: Sheila Pelletier-Demerah, Admin Assistant (1-807-343-8085)

Location: Lakehead University (Faculty Lounge - UC 1029G)

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Union of Ontario Indians / Anishinabek Educational Institute

Education Development Officer

Nipissing First Nation, North Bay, ON Reference #22-10-15 - 01

Under the direction of the Site Coordinator of the Anishinabek Educational Institute (AEI) or designate, the Education Development Officer (EDO) is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day requirements of organizing the program delivery and academic support for all students registered in AEI’s on-campus and community-based programs. The EDO is responsible to ensure that the program deliveries have met all program partner requirements both administratively and for quality assurance and that students have the required resources to complete the requirements for their program of study.

Duties and Responsibilities (Includes but not limited to):

• Oversee the day-to-day requirements of the program, ensuring all delivery and instruction requirements are met;

• Recruitment of students and instructors who meet the program requirements; • Arrange and/or provide tutoring support services to students in their assigned programs; • Maintain on-going support services to students during on-campus sessions and while in

their communities and/or workplaces; • Participate in academic progress meetings to ensure student advocacy and support; • Ensure availability during all on-campus sessions; • Ensure program specific manuals, handbooks and/or program guides are updated as

required; • Coordinate Program Advisory Committee meetings to ensure programs are updated on a

regular basis; • Promote the Anishinabek Educational Institute and its programs within First Nation

communities and organizations; • Instruction and/or monitoring of program field seminars and placements; • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: • University degree of Bachelor of Science with a minimum of three (3) years related work

experience in health care field; • Ontario College of Teacher’s certification is an asset; • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential; • Computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office; • Knowledge of Anishinabek language(s) and culture is an asset; • Experience in teaching and/or tutoring of adult learners at the post secondary level; • Must be willing to travel extensively; • Hold a valid Class G license, and be insurable.

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and work experience

Start Date: December 1, 2015

Deadline for Applications: Friday, November 6, 2015 @ 4:30 pm (Applications received after this date and time

w ill not be considered.) Please send your resume with a cover letter and three employment references, noting Reference #22-10-15 - 01 to:

Glenda St. Amour, Executive Director of Administration

Union of Ontario Indians P.O, Box 711, 1 Migizzi Miikan Road, North Bay, ON P1B 8J8

Phone: (705) 497-9127 / 1-877-702-5200 Fax: (705) 497-9135

Email: glenda.st-amour@anishinabek.ca

For inquiries about this position, please feel free to contact Jennifer Fletcher, AEI A/Site Coordinator at (705) 497-9127 / 1-877-702-5200 ext. 2317 or by email at jennifer.fletcher@anishinabek.ca

Individuals of First Nation ancestry are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to UOI member First Nation applicants.

Miigwetch to all who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Union of Ontario Indians / Anishinabek Educational Institute

Education Development Officer

Nipissing First Nation, North Bay, ON Reference #22-10-15 - 02

Under the direction of the Site Coordinator of the Anishinabek Educational Institute (AEI) or designate, the Education Development Officer (EDO) is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day requirements of organizing the program delivery and academic support for all students registered in AEI’s on-campus and community-based programs. The EDO is responsible to ensure that the program deliveries have met all program partner requirements both administratively and for quality assurance and that students have the required resources to complete the requirements for their program of study.

Duties and Responsibilities (Includes but not limited to):

• Oversee the day-to-day requirements of the program, ensuring all delivery and instruction requirements are met;

• Recruitment of students and instructors who meet the program requirements; • Arrange and/or provide tutoring support services to students in their assigned programs; • Maintain on-going support services to students during on-campus sessions and while in

their communities and/or workplaces; • Participate in academic progress meetings to ensure student advocacy and support; • Ensure availability during all on-campus sessions; • Ensure program specific manuals, handbooks and/or program guides are updated as

required; • Coordinate Program Advisory Committee meetings to ensure programs are updated on a

regular basis; • Promote the Anishinabek Educational Institute and its programs within First Nation

communities and organizations; • Instruction and/or monitoring of program field seminars and placements; • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: • University degree of Bachelor of Arts with a focus on cognitive studes, or with a focus on

education, and minimum of three (3) years related work experience; • Ontario College of Teacher’s certification is an asset; • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential; • Computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office; • Knowledge of Anishinabek language(s) and culture is an asset; • Experience in teaching and/or tutoring of adult learners at the post secondary level; • Must be willing to travel extensively; • Hold a valid Class G license, and be insurable.

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and work experience

Start Date: December 1, 2015

Deadline for Applications: Friday, November 6, 2015 @ 4:30 pm (Applications received after this date and time

w ill not be considered.) Please send your resume with a cover letter and three employment references, noting Reference #22-10-15 - 02 to:

Glenda St. Amour, Executive Director of Administration

Union of Ontario Indians P.O, Box 711, 1 Migizzi Miikan Road, North Bay, ON P1B 8J8

Phone: (705) 497-9127 / 1-877-702-5200 Fax: (705) 497-9135

Email: glenda.st-amour@anishinabek.ca

For inquiries about this position, please feel free to contact Jennifer Fletcher, AEI A/Site Coordinator at (705) 497-9127 / 1-877-702-5200 ext. 2317 or by email at jennifer.fletcher@anishinabek.ca

Individuals of First Nation ancestry are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to UOI member First Nation applicants.

Miigwetch to all who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

ELDERS 65+ MEETING

MONDAY NOVEMBER 2nd, 2015

6:30-9:00 P.M.

FWFN COMMUNITY CENTRE LIGHT REFRESHMENTS & ATTENDANCE PRIZES

• Elders Centre Survey Results & Discussion • Elders FWFN Council Position-Rotational Basis • Selection for Dilico Elders Conference-November 30 &

December 1 • Selection of representatives for Traditional Land Use

Research Activity for Nov 3-5; also interviews on same [safety wear & honorarium to be provided]

• Feedback from the Elders

For more information please contact:

Karen Bannon Luanne Maki Director of Health & Community Services Health Centre Manager Karen@fwfn.com Luanne@fwfn.com

HALLOWEEN DROP-IN

Saturday October 31st 2015 5:30pm – 8:30pm

Fort William First Nation Youth Centre

Please stop in and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate, a hotdog, and a Halloween Treat.

Presented by:

Youth and Social Development Department and Fort William First Nation Youth Council

JOB POSTING

Position Title: Director of Finance and Administration Permanent Position Position Description: The Director of Finance and Administration will have overall operational

responsibility and oversight of the Finance and Administration Departments. Major Responsibilities: • Provide overall strategic leadership to the Finance and Administration Departments. • Responsible for the preparation and administration of all related budgets, long and short-term

planning; • Develop and assist in the implementation of related goals and policies / procedures; • Seek out finance and administration opportunities and funding sources; • Represent FWFN with potential partners; • Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and

innovations in the fields of finance and administration. • Maintain files; prepare correspondence, and other duties as required. • Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Qualifications: • Undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting required; • Chartered Professional Accountant designation required; • Five (5) years of experience in a senior-level finance or accounting position. • Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. • Knowledge of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development of Canada’s government

funding and reporting structure. • This position will be subject to a pre-employment drug screen and criminal records check.

Salary: To be negotiated. Job Posting Closing Date: Applications, consisting of a cover letter and resume with three (3)

references, must be received by 4pm on Friday, November 6th, 2015. Please direct your application to the attention of:

Michael D. Pelletier Jr. Human Resources Manager

Ph: 807-623-9543 ext. 239, Fa: 807-623-5190 Email: mdpelletier@fwfn.com

When hand delivering; ensure that your application is date stamped and a copy provided to you.

We appreciate all applications. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

JOB POSTING Position Title: Native Inmate Liaison Worker (NILO)

Casual / On-Call Position Description: Under the general direction of the Director of Youth and Social

Development, the Native Inmate Liaison Worker will assist inmates serving terms of imprisonment in their successful reintegration into the community by providing culturally relevant programs, services and activities aimed at promoting Aboriginal Healing and Wellness.

Major Responsibilities: • Plan, organize and facilitate Native Programs and activities on a regular basis, providing an itinerary

of events as requested by the institution. • Interview all Native inmates upon admission to inform them of programs and services available. • Complete a NILO Programming Intake form on all offenders, record all client contact information on

the NILO client contact sheet and submit monthly statistics on the NILO Statistics Form. • Attend and participate in meetings at the institution such as staff meetings, case conferences,

program committee meetings, temporary absence committee meetings and other meetings as requested.

• Act as a resource to the Parole Board if requested with respect to native programming, cultural and spiritual issues.

• Assist native inmates with the development and verification of Temporary Absence plans for work, education or treatment etc.

• Act as a liaison between Native clients and staff/community groups. Probation and Parole services, Elders, and Spiritual Teachers., Native community corrections workers and other service providers.

• Assist corrections staff in developing an awareness of the Native Culture by providing training sessions to staff as per request by the institution.

• Facilitate communication between Native inmates, their families, institutional staff and other agencies.

• Assist with the development of discharge plans for Native inmates. • Prepare and submit regular reports and statistics pertaining to programs, activities and clients to the

Superintendent or designate and agency Executive Director as required. • A full job description is available upon request.

Continued on next page…

We appreciate all applications. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Qualifications: • Demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal Culture and spirituality • Demonstrated experience/education in counselling men and women of Aboriginal descent • Experience in program facilitation and demonstrated teaching skills • Experience working with First Nations individuals • Demonstrated knowledge of the principles surrounding care and control of inmates and experience

working in a correctional facility. • Skills in prioritizing tasks, managing time • Good writing and organizational skills • Demonstrated working knowledge of computers and associated software • Related post-secondary degree or diploma Conditions of Employment: • Valid Ontario Drivers License and use of personal vehicle. • Must be able to provide satisfactory CPIC • Must be willing to take training as required. • Subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Salary: To be negotiated. Job Posting Closing Date: Applications, consisting of a cover letter and resume with three (3)

references, must be received by 4:00p.m. on Friday, October 30th, 2015 Please direct your application to the attention of:

Michael D. Pelletier Human Resources Manager

P: 807-623-9543 ext. 239 F: 807-623-5190

Em: mdpelletier@fwfn.com When hand delivering; ensure that your application is date stamped and a copy provided to you.

We appreciate all applications. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

FWFN MOUNTAIN BINGO (807)622-5914 HOTLINE

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

November 2015

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November 2015 Events

November 5TH – ½ price night – all regular books are ½ price

November 20th – Draw Night

- $1,000.00 to be given away in random draws!!!!!!!!!!!!

November 26th – Second Chance Jackpot

- Every player will be given a free two strip to be played with the final jackpot game. This

strip is to be played for a full card only!

- The free two strip will be different color from the regular paper sold. One full card must be

on regular paper paying $2000.00 and one on the free paper paying $1000.00.

Thank you for supporting FWFN and playing at Mountain Bingo!!!!!

November 19

Hosted by beSuperior Consulting

CALL OUT FOR VENDORS FOR INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE MARKET !

Forward this completed form, your contact info. and the type of your exhibit to besuperiorlearning@gmail.com or

mail to 613 Castlegreen Drive, Thunder Bay, ON P7A 7M2 !!__Art __Community __ Food __ Music __ Education __ Literature __Other !Name or Organization:________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________ Telephone: _________________________________________________ Email: ___________________________________________________ !VENDOR Fee: $50/day ORGANIZATION Fee: $100/day ! !

Exhibitors will be provided with a 6’ ft table and two chairs. Displays will be set up around noon the day of the event which is November 18th, 2015. beSuperior will be in communication with

vendors/organizations in order to create an exciting venue. beSuperior is not responsible for vendors sales, and role is to

facilitate a meaningful exchange and promote local Indigenous Knowledge in a really great location. I hope to see you there! The

location is a studio and creative space, so bring your ideas and see how this space can work for you, !!!

METHOD OF PAYMENT ACCEPTED: Interact e-Transfer to besuperiorlearning@gmail.com, certified cheque,or cash. FEES MUST BE PAID AND RECEIVED BEFORE November 2, 2015

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Since 1972, the Soroptimist Live Your Dream Awards program (formerly the Women’s Opportunity Awards) has disbursed more than $30 million to

tens of thousands of women who have overcome poverty, domestic and sexual violence, divorce, the death of a spouse, or other life challenges. They are women—just like you—who had the courage and determination to turn their lives around.

Recipients may use the cash award to offset any costs associated with their efforts to attain higher education, including books, childcare and transportation. The program begins on the club level, where award amounts vary. Club recipients become eligible to receive region-level awards, which are granted through Soroptimist’s 28 geographic regions. Currently, each Soroptimist region grants one first-place award for $5,000.

Most regions grant additional $3,000 awards. The first-place recipients

then become eligible for one of three $10,000 finalist awards.

Soroptimist also offers awards through its headquarters office to applicants who do not live within the territorial

limits of a Soroptimist club.

Each year about $1.7 million is awarded through the Soroptimist

Live Your Dream Awards program.

E X T E N D E D D E A D L I N E

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

November 2015 to November 2016 (One year internship opportunity)

The Anishinabek Nation Social Development department requires a Social Development Coordinator to primarily oversee the Social Assistance and Daycare files. The intern will report to the Social Services Director of the Union of Ontario Indians. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research and analyze Ontario Works and the Ontario Disability Support Programs for First Nations on-reserve;

• Research and analyze the new daycare legislation entitled “Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014;”

• Participate in training with respect to Ontario Works, ODSP and the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014;

• Liaise and coordinate training initiatives with front-line staff for Ontario Works, ODSP and Child Care/Daycares;

• Establish working relationships with respective Ontario government ministries; • Establish working relationships with FN Ontario Works Administrators and FN

Childcare/Daycare Managers/Supervisors; • Prepare reports as directed by the Social Services Director

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-Secondary degree or diploma in Social Work/Social Welfare; • Working knowledge and understanding of the Anishinabek Nation; • Awareness of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Programs for on-

reserve First Nations citizens; • Awareness of the “Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014”; • Excellent research and report writing skills; • Proficient in the following computer software programs: Microsoft Word, Excel,

Power Point and Outlook; • Excellent written and oral communication skills; • Must be highly motivated and able to work independently; • Must possess a valid Ontario driver’s license and be insurable

UNION OF ONTARIO INDIANS P.O. Box 711, North Bay, Ontario, P1B 8J8 Phone: (705) 497-9127 Fax: (705) 497-9135

Applicant must be a university or college graduate who has graduated within the last three years from an accredited college or university. Candidates must be graduates of post-secondary degree or diploma programs.

• The position must provide the intern with first time employment in their field of study.

• Candidates are only eligible to participate in the internship program one time. • Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

TERM: November 23, 2015 to November 22, 2016

SALARY: $35,000 per annum

CLOSING DATE: Friday, November 6, 2015 @ 4:30 p.m. (Applications received after this date and time will not

be considered.)

Please send a cover letter along with your resume, three employment references and a copy of your post-secondary institute diploma or degree to:

Glenda St.Amour

Executive Director of Administration Union of Ontario Indians

P.O. Box 711 North Bay, ON P1B 8J8

Phone (705) 497-9127 /1-877-702-5200 Fax: (705) 497-9135 Email: glenda.st-amour@anishinabek.ca

For inquiries about this position, please feel free to contact Adrienne Pelletier, Social Services Director at (705) 497-9127 / 1-877-702-5200, ext. 222335 or by email at adrienne.pelletier@anishinabek.ca Individuals of First Nation ancestry are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to Union of Ontario Indians member First Nation applicants.

Miigwetch to all who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

THIS OPPORTUNITY IS PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY:

UNION OF ONTARIO INDIANS P.O. Box 711, North Bay, Ontario, P1B 8J8 Phone: (705) 497-9127 Fax: (705) 497-9135