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COMMUNITY MEMORANDUM

To: FWFN Membership From: FWFN Administration Date: April 15, 2015 Re: FWFN Chief & Council Welcome Cc: FWFN Chief & Council

Congratulations to the newly elected FWFN Chief and Council 2015-2017.

FWFN Chief & Regional Chief (UOI): Peter Collins Councillors: Jennelle Charlie Phil Pelletier Sherry Pelletier Dwight Boucher Georjann Morriseau Kyle Maclaurin Leo Bannon Jr. Anthony Collins Sr. Leo Bannon Sr. Valerie Chapman Michael J Pelletier Sr. Michele Solomon Chief Collins, who previously served six terms as Chief and most recently Regional Chief-UOI has identified a number of key areas, which he sees as priorities for this Council;

• Increased Education Funding for every level. • Enhanced programming and recreational building opportunities for youth and families. • Protecting and taking care of our Elders. • Investing in our own members and utilizing their skills to keep them successfully working in the

community.

“My goal is to provide a long term sustainable future for the community and to ensure that our youth have the skills they need to build a successful way a life,” says Collins. Collins, also spoke that health comes first and with that in place, sustainability will follow. With a positive outlook, the stamina to do the hard work and acknowledging that we all must work together; the future of Fort William First Nation is looking bright. FWFN Chief and Council term of office, officially commenced on April 15, 2015 until April 15, 2017.

You are cordially invited to attend the Inauguration Ceremony of the

2015-2017 Chief & Council

Saturday April 18, 2015 1:00-4:00 p.m.

FWFN Community Centre

400 Anemki Drive, Fort William First Nation

Ceremony @ 1:00 p.m. with light refreshments

Family Style BBQ following ceremony With activities for all ages!

For more information: Kristy King-Communications Officer

807.623.9543 Ext. 217 KristyKing@fwfn.com

Live stream will be available at fwfn.com

Introducing the FWFN “LITTLE DUCKLINGS”

5 weeks Swim Program Ages 0-4 years A program for parents and tots (Parents required to attend and participate) Tuesday’s 1-3pm at Churchill Pool Registration is still open! For more information please contact the Health Centre at 622-8802

Food Hampers

Based on Availability All Community Members who reside in Fort William First Nation,

who have not already accessed and who are low-income and/or in need, will be able to access Social Service’s Food Distribution once a month. Quantities are limited and at the discretion of the Social Services Manager. The hampers will be provided on a first come first serve basis.

The Food Bank will be accessible to the other low-income community members after the third Monday of every Month. You must phone ahead to check for availability and schedule an appointment with a Social Services Staff Member to pick up your hamper. Hampers are only provided on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact the Social Services Office at 622-6791. Thank-you!

Sincerely,

Social Services Staff & Management

Social Services 300 Anemki Place, Unit A,

Fort William First Nation, ON P7J 1H9 Ph: (807) 622-6791

Fax: (807) 622-4765

JOB POSTING

Position Title: Community Fire Officer (CFO) This is a re-occurring five (5) month contact position (April/May to August/Sept).

Position Purpose: To participate as a team member under the general

supervisor of the Fire Operations Supervisor (FOS), provide leadership and to liaise between the Aviation Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES) and the Fort William First Nation (FWFN) community regarding forest fire concerns.

Position Background: The CFO provides an essential level of protection in First

Nation Communities across Northern Ontario. Within their Community, the role of the CFO is to report, respond to and prevent forest fires. This position will be employed by Aviation and Forest Fire and Emergency Services (Ontario) and will be based out of the Thunder Bay Fire Management Headquarters located at 1580 Arthur Street West.

Major Responsibilities: • Providing five (5) day a week coverage / contact with the community (weekends

as required); • Liaising with Fort William First Nation Band Council and providing regular updates

of fire activity, including the daily fire hazard; • Assisting in the delivery of a Forest Fire Prevention Program;: • Participating in the Fire Management Headquarters work program and assisting

with escalated activities when fire risk in the community is low; • Maintaining and updating community profiles, acquiring information on location

and type of local values; • Reporting local fires and through consultation with the Sector Response Officer

(SRO) and Thunder Bay Fire Department assisting in the suppression of low complexity fires in a safe and efficient manner;

• Carrying out administrative duties associated with the program; • Assisting the council in any related matters, ensuring the Chief and Council are

aware of all aspects of the program and updating as required; • Having input into the development of the program and suggesting any special

programs or activities that may benefit the community directly; • Developing a Community Profile which will assist with prevention and response

functions within the community.

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

Continued on reverse… Skills & Qualifications: • Valid G Class Driver’s License • Interpersonal and communication skills • The CFO must have some knowledge of basic fire behaviour, fire response

concepts, and firefighting tactics. The successful candidate must have the ability to obtain: • Senior Crewmember Course (SP200) • Restricted Radio-telephone Operator’s Certificate • Driver’s License History Abstract • Valid Standard First Aid Certificate 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, April 24th, 2015. Please direct your application to the attention of:

Michael D. Pelletier Human Resources Manager

Fort William First Nation 200 - 90 Anemki Drive,

Fort William First Nation, ON, P7J 1L3 P: 807-623-9543, 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.

JOB POSTING

Position Title: Community Health Representative Permanent Position Position Description: Fort William First Nation (FWFN) requires a CHR to be responsible for the

support, education and advocacy of health and health care within the community. The CHR will possess strong knowledge of various health prevention and treatment practices including, but not limited to, traditional and herbal approaches.

Major Responsibilities: • Participate in the research, development and maintenance of community health policies. • Provide health care and prevention education within the community including schools, community

centers and patient homes. • Liaise between patients, families and the community to ensure patients are informed of their

condition(s) and prescribed treatment(s), and are receiving quality care. • Liaise with health care providers in an effort to remain current with health issues. • Perform health care treatments as necessary and within capacity. • Perform frequent and accurate patient evaluations and respond appropriately. • Coordinate care with clinics, outside health care providers and hospitals. • Educate and guide patients in how to perform tasks they can do themselves. • Other duties, relevant to the position, shall be assigned as required. Qualifications: • CPR Certification required. • First Aid Certification required. • Post secondary diploma in health care required. • Secondary School Diploma required. • Criminal Records Check. • This position will be subject to pre-employment dug testing. 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, May 1st, 2015. Please direct your application to the attention of:

Michael D. Pelletier, Human Resources Manager Phone: 807-623-9543 ext. 239 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: Consultation/Liaison Officer One Year Contract Position Description: The Consultation/Liaison Officer will develop and maintain the duty to consult with Fort

William First Nation (FWFN). Major Responsibilities: • Act as the point of contact and liaise between funders, partners, and various other community and

business organizations as well as the general public. • Provide coordination for all aspects of the planning, implementation, and evaluation of special

projects and programs. • Participate and collaborate with other offices. • Build and maintain positive relationships and contact with federal, provincial, and municipal

departments as well as personnel, public officials, public and separate school representatives, the general public and community and business leaders.

• Prepare and present annual summary reports of activities and results. • Coordinate meetings, conferences and public speaking engagements in an effort to educate the

community and raise awareness. • Work in coordination, via a series of meetings, with the Director of Economic Development, Economic

Development Manager, and FWFN Chief and Council as a means of consultation with FWFN. • Prepare business letters, newsletters, band council resolutions, work plans, budgets,

recommendations, applications and other related paperwork. • Other duties shall be assigned as required. Qualifications: • Minimum (3) years’ experience OR a Secondary School Diploma in a business related field, that would

help in effective promotion on the duty to consult. • This position will be 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 4pm on Friday, May 1st, 2015. Please direct your application to the attention of:

Michael Pelletier Jr. Human Resources Manager

P: 807-623-9543 ext. 239 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.

Position Title: Controller Permanent Position Position Description: The Controller shall hold responsibility for managing the overall

financial operations of Fort William First Nation (FWFN), and will provide accurate information to the Director of Finance & Administration.

Major Responsibilities: • Manage the accounting operations including the review of journal entries, payroll,

accounts payable, accounts receivable and statutory reporting. • Establish and monitor internal controls to ensure that accounting activities are in

accordance with established legal regulatory and organization policies and procedures.

• Prepare, analyze and present quarterly and annual operating results for each department.

• Provide strategic analysis as required to drive improved decision making. • Provides advice and guidance on all accounting matters including financial systems,

record keeping, analysis, and reporting • Coordinating the year-end audit and preparation of audited financial statements • Work with external auditors, audit portfolio and FWFN Chief and Council. • Assigns and authorizes cheques, purchase orders and invoices • Other related duties as required or assigned. • A full job description is available upon request. Qualifications: • University degree in Business/Accounting, with advanced degree or professional

accounting designation (such as CA, CGA, CMA) preferred. Job Posting Closing Date: Applications, consisting of a cover letter and resume with

three (3) references, must be received by 4pm on Friday, April 24th, 2015. Please direct your application to the attention of:

Michael Pelletier, Human Resources Manager Email: mdpelletier@fwfn.com Phone: 807-623-9543 ext. 239

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: Family Support Worker – Permanent Position Description: Under the general direction of the FWFN Chief and Council, with direct supervision

provided by the Health Services Manager, the Family Support Worker (FSW) gathers information on and assesses family functioning problems.

Responsibilities: • Gathers information relevant to the client’s problems, needs and risks by interviewing, observing behavior, meeting

with caregivers and service providers and using a variety of inventories, checklists and questionnaires. Assesses the information gathered to identify client problems, needs and risks. Develops and implements an intervention plan within program guidelines.

• Participates in the development, modification and evaluation of client service plans with the integrated case management team. Participates in integrated case management meetings on a regular basis to report clients’ activities and progress.

• Outlines services provided by the program and/or organization. Provides information on and referral to other community service providers, resources and professionals as required.

• Provides parenting skill building to clients on issues such as parent-child interaction, child development, discipline and guidance, and behavior management.

• Performs other related duties as required. • A full job description is available upon request. Qualifications: • A degree or diploma in the Social Service and Human Behaviour or related field and/or a minimum of one

year direct service experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Conditions of Employment: • On call basis, as and when required • Valid Ontario Drivers License and use of personal vehicle. • Criminal records check required. • Pre-employment drug testing. Salary: To be announced. Job Posting Closing Date: Applications, consisting of a cover letter & resume with three references, must be received

by 4:00pm on Friday, May 1st, 2015. Please direct your application to the attention of: Michael D. Pelletier

Human Resource Manager Email: mdpelletier@fwfn.com

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

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.

St. Anne's 3rd Sunday of Easter - Apr. 19, 2015 1st Reading: Acts 3:13-15, 17-19. Peter lays the blame for the death of Jesus fairly and squarely on the Jews. Nevertheless, he excuses them on the strength that they did not know who Jesus really was. 2nd Reading: 1 John 2:1-5. In spite of everything, Christians are still prone to sin. If we sin Christ will come to our aid if we have recourse to him. Gospel: Luke 24:33-48. The risen Jesus appears to his apostles. as in all his appearances, word and gestures are needed to help them believe that he is real and not a ghost. GOSPEL CHALLENGE: to appreciate ever more deeply the gift of the presence of Jesus in Eucharist, and his suffering in atonement for our sins. When a prisoner escaped, and ten men were chosen to die of starvation, a priest prisoner by the name of Maximillian Kolbe offered to take the place of one of a young man with family - his suffering and self-sacrifice are a modern example of Christ's gift of His life 2000 years earlier - but Jesus' atoning sacrifice that applies to the forgiveness of our sins even before we were born. PASTOR'S LOG FOR APR 11-18: - Parish Finances: Sunday Offerings, 293.59 - Parish Guest: Fr. Gerry McDougal, sj arrived on Monday for a 2 day visit. - St. Kateri Tekakwitha - patronal feast day for Native Peoples - Friday, April 17. Intercessory prayers for the parish were offered at the Friday Mass WEEKEND PARISH MINISTRY SCHEDULE Apr., 18 Sat., Reader - Bob Carroll; Edith Hoshizaki; Lucy Day; Apr. 19, Sun., - Readers -1. Gail Roussin. 2. Esther Diabo Hosts - Kwan-Sui Crowe; Cup - Rita Fenton