Kenora Chiefs Advisory

12/31/2025

✨ 2025 Highlights ✨

As we settle back in after the holidays, we’re taking a moment to look back on the year and reflect on all the things we are grateful for. From meaningful partnerships to impactful moments, 2025 gave us so much to be proud of.

See some of the highlights that made this year unforgettable. ❤🎉

The 6th Annual Healing Your Spirit Powwow ✨🥁 An unforgettable weekend hosted in Wauzhushk Onigum Nation.

12/31/2025

Some wonderful New Years reminders from the Makate Waagamichiwanang Gakinaa’amaatiwin Youth and Family Wellness Camp ❤️

New year, same heart.
For those who set resolutions… we’ve got a few gentle ideas 😉
More fresh air, more laughter, more time together — and maybe a visit to the Youth & Family Wellness Camp to tick all these off!
Here’s to a year rooted in connection, community, and joy - we can't wait to share it with you!

12/31/2025

🚨 Exciting Career Opportunity🚨

Kenora Chiefs Advisory is looking for an Addiction Specialist to join the team under the HART Hub Model!

The Homelessness, Addiction, and Recovery Treatment (HART) Hub is a collaborative initiative designed to provide a seamless continuum of care through a culturally responsive and healing-centered model. Tailored to meet the needs of individuals facing homelessness, addiction, and mental health challenges, the Kenora HART Hub serves as a vital anchor for support within the Kenora geographical area, and surrounding communities.

📋 Reporting to the team lead, the Addiction Specialist will be on a rotation through the Kenora HART Hub, as well as multiple sites in First Nation Communities liaising closely with NDAADAP teams in First Nation. The Addiction Specialist plays a key role in delivering person-centered, culturally safe, trauma informed, addiction and relapse prevention focused, clinical case management for addiction services in First Nation communities and in the HART Hub.

🔗Check out the link to see the full job description and apply today: https://www.kenorachiefs.org/jobs/addiction-specialist-3/

12/31/2025

Still going. Still important. 🧡

We’re continuing our work alongside First Nation communities to raise awareness and provide support around gambling- related harms; we would like to reshare a video made last year with important messaging and information.

📧 To book a workshop or for some further resources you can contact the Program Coordinator at amanda.fobister@kenorachiefs.org

12/30/2025

The Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) has reported a confirmed case of measles in the Kenora area. Measles is a highly contagious virus that spreads through the air and can remain airborne for up to two hours after an infected person leaves an area.

It is important for you to review your family’s vaccination status for measles, if you are unaware of your vaccination status you can visit: https://ow.ly/42U150XQti3 You are considered immune from Measles if you were born before January 1, 1970 OR you have had 2 doses of measles vaccine (MMR vaccine) OR you have lab confirmation of immunity.

Due to this confirmed case in our community, we will be actively screening for Measles on patients and visitors presenting to our facility. It is vital that you avoid contact with others while sick. If you are unwell, please do not visit hospital patients or long-term care residents, just stay home and rest. Should you develop symptoms (rash alongside other possible Measles symptoms) and need medical care, please try to call ahead before visiting any clinic or hospital so precautions may be taken.

For more information and to ask questions about measles and vaccination, visit: https://ow.ly/aAJc50XQti2

Or contact NWHU
talkpublichealth@nwhu.on.ca
Regular Office Hours 1-800-830-5978
Emergency Line (24hr) 1-866-475-6505

12/30/2025

Please see the latest media release from the Northwestern Health Unit.

Northwestern Health (NWHU) is reporting a case of measles in the Kenora area.

Please visit our website for more information.
https://www.nwhu.on.ca/media-releases/measles-case-reported-locally/

12/30/2025

✨ 2025 Highlights ✨

As we settle back in after the holidays, we’re taking a moment to look back on the year and reflect on all the things we are grateful for. From meaningful partnerships to impactful moments, 2025 gave us so much to be proud of.

See some of the highlights that made this year unforgettable. ❤🎉

Our Split-Toe Moccasin Making Workshop- Ryan and Shannon Gustafson shared their knowledge, and Turtle Island Cloth & Craft Company hosted and welcome us into their beautiful new space. 🧵🎨

12/30/2025

✨ 2025 Highlights ✨

As we settle back in after the holidays, we’re taking a moment to look back on the year and reflect on all the things we are grateful for. From meaningful partnerships to impactful moments, 2025 gave us so much to be proud of.

See some of the highlights that made this year unforgettable. ❤🎉

Ogimaawabiitong was able to help out at the Anishinaabe Winter Games, hosted by Grassy Narrows where youth from across Treaty #3 came together in the spirit of sport, friendship, and pride! 🏅

Grand Council Treaty #3 and Sakatcheway Anishinabe School hosted the event from February 18-21, welcoming First Nations schools from across Treaty #3.

12/29/2025

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12/29/2025

🚨 We're Hiring! 🚨

Kenora Chiefs Advisory's Min-O-Qwe-Ke-Ga-Bwe’in Social Services Initiative (MSSI) Team is looking for a Financial Navigator!

📋 Responsibilities:
Tax Filing & Notices of Assessment:
Benefits Navigation
Financial Coaching
Community Outreach

🔗Check out the link to see the full job description and apply today: https://www.kenorachiefs.org/jobs/financial-navigator/

12/26/2025

🚨 We're Hiring! 🚨

Do you have experience working with community partners providing education around Gender Based Violence?

Kenora Chiefs Advisory is looking for a Healing Project Coordinator! The Healing Connections Project Coordinator role will focus on topics such as; Healthy Relationships, Parenting Skills, Sexual Health, Recognizing and Responding to Gender Based Violence, Employment and Financial Skill Building.

📋 Responsibilities:
Connect with community partners to assess needs and identify community priorities
Plan, organize and facilitate activities, events and workshops in the eight member communities
Plan, organize and facilitate opportunities to bring Youth and Elders together for Knowledge Sharing and Intergenerational Dialogue and Support

🔗Check out the link to see the full job description and apply today: https://www.kenorachiefs.org/jobs/healing-connections-project-coordinator-3/

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas and Anama'e Giizhigad from everyone at Ogimaawabiitong-Kenora Chiefs Advisory! We hope everyone has a very Happy Holiday and Stay Safe ❤🎄❄️