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Advanced Foot Care Clinic Have your feet assessed and cared for by a

Registered Nurse

For People with Diabetes & Community Elders

Date: June 2, 2015

Time: 9:30am-12:00pm

1:00pm-3:00pm

By appointment only

Please contact Health Centre at

622-8802

2015-2016 Post Secondary Funding Applications Are NOW Available Are you planning on attending College or University in the 2015/2016 school year? If so, you will have to apply for funding from Fort William First Nation. This is required for each and every year you plan on attending a Post Secondary Institution (even if you are a returning student). Downloadable applications are available at www.fwfn.com, or a hard copy can be picked up at the Band Office. Deadline for application is May 29, 2015. Please ensure you include cost for the full year. Any unexpected cost will not get budgeted for, and may not be covered. Make sure you fill in the application completely. Transcripts Please submit your end of year transcripts as soon as possible. Post Secondary Graduates If you are graduating this year from a Post Secondary Institution please contact Myra Bannon at 623-9543 extension 225. I will require a copy of your diploma. Graduates may receive a bursary (if you have never received one before).

Apply By: Wednesday, May 20, 2015 11:59 pm EDT PRINT

ODSP MANAGER

Organization: Ministry of Community and Social Services Division: Social Assistance Operations Division -

Ontario Disability Support Program City: Thunder Bay

Job Term: 1 Permanent Job Code: ASL20 - Social Programs Admin AM-20

Salary: $70,906.00 - $91,516.00 Per Year Posting Status: Open

Job ID: 77951

Apply Online

View Job Description

Are you a great leader? If so, bring your leadership and management skills to the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) management team to plan, implement and deliver an effective and comprehensive social assistance program for people with disabilities and their families. What can I expect to do in this role? You will: • Ensure program integrity and client-oriented service by participating in the development and implementation of service delivery models, program standards, and business processes and procedures. • Develop, manage and maintain effective linkages with community organizations and municipal partners to promote and market the community-based ODSP program. • Provide leadership and supervision to staff within a unionized environment. How do I qualify? LEADERSHIP AND CHANGE MANAGEMENT SKILLS: • Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to develop and empower staff, as well as hold others accountable. • Strong administrative, management and change management skills to manage teams, provide directions to achieve operational goals, and implement delivery changes and initiatives. TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE: • Comprehensive knowledge and experience in existing government and/or non-government services for social assistance recipients and people with disabilities. • Knowledge of human resources management, labour relations and dispute resolution processes. COMMUNICATION, NEGOTIATION AND ANALYTICAL SKILLS: • Excellent negotiation, consultation, communication and interpersonal skills to develop and maintain relationships with various groups/stakeholders, government organizations and agencies. • Excellent judgment, decision-making and analytical skills to review, analyze, make recommendations and resolve issues.

Additional information: Address: 1 Permanent, 435 James St S, Thunder Bay, North Region, General

Screening Requirement

Compensation Group:

Management Compensation Plan

Schedule: 6 Category: Management and General

Deadline: Tuesday, July 31st, 2015

FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION CASINO RAMA FUNDS

EDUCATION AWARD PROGRAM APPLICATIONS:

Student Name: ___________________ Award Category:

Name of School/College/University:

Band #: ____________________ Student #:

Have you applied for or received any other type of incentive grant from the FWFN Education Department for completing this diploma/degree: Yes: ____________ No: _____________

If yes, indicate date applied/received and amount:

Please be sure to include copies of the following documentation:

� Graduation Diploma/Degree � Official Transcripts � Awards/Honors Certificates � Letter of Reference � Brief Essay (100 words) stating why you should receive this award

_________________________ _____________________ SIGNATURE OF STUDENT DATE

NOTE: Please review the Education Award program information sheet for program description, eligibility criteria and application closing date.

ADDRESS: _____________________________ PHONE # _____________________

_____________________________

_____________________________

______________________________

Posted on: Tuesday, May 5, 2015

Note:

In accordance with the Ontario Public Service Employment Screening Checks Policy, the top candidate(s) may be required to provide a general or enhanced screening check. Please refer to the Additional Information / Address section above on this job advertisement to determine the screening check that is required for each position. A general screening check includes a criminal record check and if applicable, fingerprint verification at your own expense. An enhanced screening check includes a criminal record check and if applicable, fingerprint verification at your own expense and permission for the Negotiations & Security Branch , Employee Relations Division to conduct any specific screening as indicated in the Additional Information / Address section above. A record of a Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The screening check results will only be reviewed and evaluated by the Negotiations & Security Branch for the purpose of making a clearance decision. The details of an individual's screening check will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Screening check records will be maintained by the Negotiations & Security Branch and kept strictly confidential.

W-CS-77951/15

How to apply: 1. You must apply online. 2. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and

tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.

3. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.

4. Read the job description to make sure you understand this job. 5. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying. 6. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the

recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment Services staff will contact you within 48 hours.

All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Remember: The deadline to apply is Wednesday, May 20, 2015 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation is available under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Dallan LP is a partnership between Lac Des Milles Lac First Nation, Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nation and Dale

Levesque a member of the Fort William First Nation. Dallan LP is a 100% aboriginal owned business that provides

industrial yard services which includes a variety of heavy equipment operations, maintenance and general labour. Dallan

LP currently has four separate contracts/ operations in Northwestern Ontario. Dallan LP is committed to the needs of its

customers while ensuring the Health & Safety of all its employees.

Dallan LP is seeking talented, enthusiastic and team oriented individuals to join our organization in the following

positions:

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC

This position is responsible for providing mechanical services for the operation by maintaining and/or repairing all pieces of

equipment including but not limited to front end loaders, fork lifts, excavators, log loaders and pickup trucks. Duties will

include the scheduling regular maintenance on each piece of equipment, troubleshooting problems and coordinating repairs or

replacement of non-working parts. The ideal candidate will be a licensed heavy duty mechanic or equivalent, will have previous

experience working with heavy equipment, will be capable of meeting the physical demands of the position and must have a

valid driver’s license.

PARTS RUNNER/ DELIVERY PERSON

This position will be responsible for picking up parts for multiple sites, delivering packages to various locations, providing

proper documentation and driving long distances when required. The successful candidate must have a valid driver’s license,

grade 12 education and will be expected to drive throughout the region while working a flexible work schedule. This position

requires an individual with a combination of excellent interpersonal skills and advanced organizational skills.

SUMMER STUDENT – GENERAL LABOURER

This position will be responsible for lawn and general yard maintenance, operating small yard machines and various general

labour tasks that may be assigned by the supervisor. The successful candidate must be a student who attended a post-

secondary education institution in the 2014/15 school year and enrolled at a post-secondary institution for the 2015/16 school

year. This individual must also have a valid driver’s license and be willing to work a flexible work schedule that may include

evenings and weekends and be capable of meeting the physical demands of the position.

EQUIPMENT OPERATORS - ATIKOKAN

Equipment Operators will operate a variety of equipment such as fork lifts, bucket loaders and log loaders. Duties are, but not

limited to; log unloading and loading, lumber transfer, kiln loading, finished lumber loading, snow removal and general labour.

The successful candidates must have a valid driver’s license, previous experience operating heavy equipment, able to work shift

work (days, nights, and weekends) and capable of meeting the physical demands of the position.

If interested: Please apply, in confidence, to Dallan - Human Resources by 4:00 pm on Friday May 15th, 2015. Apply by

mail to 174 Darrel Ave, Thunder Bay, ON P7J 1K4, e-mail to l.chicago@dallanforestry.ca, or fax 807-623-7872

JOB POSTING Position Title: Employment and Training Program Coordinator

Ten (10) month contract Position Description: Under the general direction of the Fort William First Nation (FWFN)

Economic Development Manager, the Employment and Training Program Coordinator plans, organizes, directs and controls the delivery of employment and training programs.

Major Responsibilities: • Identifies training and employment needs of Fort William First Nation members. • Provision of labour market information and advice on how the information can be utilized and accessed. • Guidance and support with occupational research • Supported action plan development to include a realistic employment goal and steps to achieve it: on-going

support in the implementation of their action plan. • Information sharing and implementation of job strategies, resume writing and interview skills • Assist in the assessment of identifying training opportunities. • Provide awareness & referrals to training and employment opportunities. • Ensure follow-up and on-going support is provided to enhance positive results. • Provide ongoing support to clients with resume writing, job referrals, E.I. applications, monitoring of

clientele and follow-ups. • Assists in developing, analyzing and recommending projects. • Implements policies, procedures and directives. • Seeks other training initiatives and funding. • Performs other duties as may be directed by the Economic Development Director or Manager. • A full job description is available upon request Qualifications: • Post-Secondary education and/or several years work experience in the areas of employment and

training. • Valid Ontario Drivers License and use of personal vehicle. • This position is subject to a criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing. Salary: To be negotiated. Closing Date: Applications, consisting of a cover letter and resume with three (3) references, must be

received by 4pm on Friday, May 22, 2015. Please direct your application to the attention of:

Michael Pelletier, Human Resources Manager Phone: 623-9543 ext. 239, Fax 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.

A Fort William First Nation Owned Engineering Firm

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JOB TITLE: Field Testing Technician Assistant

POSITION CLOSING DATE: May 13, 2015

Oshki-Aki LP is a joint venture partnership between True Grit Consulting Limited and Fort William First Nation. This job opportunity reflects True Grit’s commitment to providing career opportunities to our partner, Fort William First Nation. Each career opportunity comes with on-the-job training, mentoring and skills development, along with competitive wages, comprehensive healthcare benefits and opportunities for profit sharing. True Grit Consulting Limited in association with Oshki-Aki LP, is seeking a Field Testing Technician Assistant to join our Thunder Bay team. The successful applicant will be responsible for the quality of construction building materials (soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt) and monitoring their placing according to the requirements of plans, specifications and standards. KEY DUTIES OR ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Test the quality of construction building materials (soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt) and monitor their placing according to the requirements of plans, specifications and standards.

Execute tests in the field and the laboratory construction materials to assess their quality.

Ensure accuracy of test data.

Prepare samples, enter test data.

Assist in the writing of technical reports and participate at site meetings when necessary.

Maintain equipment and laboratory in good condition.

Liaise with clients and contractors.

Perform tests per submitted requests and customer instructions in order to produce reliable and precise data following the test lab process flow.

Operate lab equipment and instruments following established procedures.

Provide opinions and interpretations of test data when required.

Must be able to work out of town on projects for an extended period of time.

Must follow all health and safety protocols and procedures outlined by the Company and various clients.

All other duties as assigned. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

College diploma in Civil Engineering or relevant experience in construction.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

A Fort William First Nation Owned Engineering Firm

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PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES/ESSENTIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

Must have a Valid Class G Drivers Licence and Clean Driver’s Abstract.

Interested in teamwork.

Organized.

Available to work on different shifts and schedules.

Attention to detail.

Some regional travel to job sites may be required. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit: www.tgcl.ca/careers to submit a cover letter and resume.

A Fort William First Nation Owned Engineering Firm

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JOB TITLE: Survey Technician Assistant

POSITION CLOSING DATE: May 13, 2015

POSITION OBJECTIVES: Oshki-Aki LP is a joint venture partnership between True Grit Consulting Limited and Fort William First Nation. This job opportunity reflects True Grit’s commitment to providing career opportunities to our partner, Fort William First Nation. Each career opportunity comes with on-the-job training, mentoring and skills development, along with competitive wages, comprehensive healthcare benefits and opportunities for profit sharing. True Grit Consulting Limited in association with Oshki-Aki LP is seeking a confident, self-motivated Survey Technician Assistant to join our Thunder Bay field team. The successful applicant will be required to conduct and verify legal, engineering, project control surveys and other data collections using a variety of survey methodologies and equipment. KEY DUTIES OR ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Assist surveyors in the verification of legal, engineering, project control surveys and other data collections using a variety of survey methodologies and equipment.

Assist in the legal survey process for the acquisition and disposal of property.

Verify mathematical computations and assess the accuracy of field measurements and existing surveys when required.

Comply with all occupational health and safety acts, regulations and guidelines.

Operate survey equipment including total stations, data collectors, global position systems (GPS) receivers, precise levels and other field equipment.

Work effectively on survey crews and respond to inquiries from the public.

Prepare written notes and reports as required.

Perform and check mathematical computations (calculating angles and distances to re-establish or set new boundary corners, level note reductions, traverse closures) utilizing calculators and/or computer programs to complete the various steps within the surveys and assess the accuracy of field measurements and existing surveys.

Perform physically demanding outdoor work under various weather conditions such as carrying heavy survey equipment and supplies while walking long distances on difficult terrain, clearing survey lines, searching and digging for survey evidence and planting survey monuments.

Performing minor maintenance of field equipment.

Must be able to work out of town on projects for an extended period of time.

Must follow all health and safety protocols and procedures outlined by the Company and

various clients.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

A Fort William First Nation Owned Engineering Firm

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All other duties as assigned. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

College diploma or relevant experience.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES/ESSENTIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

You have knowledge and ability to perform survey calculations. • Must have a Valid Class G Drivers Licence and Clean Driver’s Abstract.

Interested candidates are encouraged to visit: www.tgcl.ca/careers to submit a cover letter and resume.

Healthy Beginnings Prenatal Classes

Topics Include: Breastfeeding, Healthy Eating, Prenatal care,

Changes in Pregnancy, Postpartum Depression and much more

Where: Fort William Health Centre-Boardroom

When: May 20 and May 27, 2015

June 3 and June 10, 2015

Time: 1:00pm-3:00pm

Light refreshments will be served To register please contact the

Health Centre 622-8802

SP100 Fire Fighting Training May 19th – May 24th 2015

8:30am -5:00pm

If interested in attending this Training Session please call or email Renee Boucher at

(807)623-9543 or reneeb@fwfn.com

Register by May 15th 2015

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