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Miawpukek Mi'kamawey Mawi'omi

Miawpukek Mi'kamawey Mawi'omi

Miawpukek Mi'kamawey Mawi'omi - Council of the Conne River Mi'kmaq
Conne River Indian Reserve, NL

‼️ REMINDER: KO'JUA DANCE SESSION & JI'KMAQN MAKING – TONIGHT!

Here are some photos of Michael R. Denny and Liam Watson preparing materials for tonight.

Come out and continue celebrating our culture by learning the Ko'jua dance and making a traditional Mi'kmaq ji'kmaqn.

All are welcome! See you there!
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‼️ REMINDER: KOJUA DANCE SESSION & JIKMAQN MAKING – TONIGHT!

Here are some photos of Michael R. Denny and Liam Watson preparing materials for tonight.

Come out and continue celebrating our culture by learning the Kojua dance and making a traditional Mikmaq jikmaqn.

All are welcome!  See you there!

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Kristien Hinks

MFN OPERATIONS IS CLOSED AS OF 2:00PM FOLLOWING THE MINI POWWOW. ... See MoreSee Less

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When is this years pow wow?

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - PUBLIC WORKS - WATER & SEWER DIVISION

➡️Labourer
Deadline: April 3, 2026

‼️“MFN has listed this position as safety-sensitive; therefore, a pre-employment substance test is required as part of the application process.”

📌Note: applications can be picked up at the front desk of Miawpukek First Nation Band Office or at www.mfngov.ca/forms.

For more information or to obtain a copy of a detailed job description, please get in touch with Cyrus Lambert or Clint Jeddore at 709-882-2470 or via email at

‼️ALL APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE:
1. A RESUME
2. A COVER LETTER
3. ALL RELEVANT CERTIFICATES

📌FULL DETAILS CAN BE FOUND ON THE MIAWPUKEK APP UNDER JOBS AND DOCUMENTS.

🔸iOS: apps.apple.com/us/app/miawpukek-first-nation/id6747904514

🔸Android: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ca.communikit.android.miawpukek
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - PUBLIC WORKS - WATER & SEWER DIVISION

➡️Labourer
Deadline: April 3, 2026

‼️“MFN has listed this position as safety-sensitive; therefore, a pre-employment substance test is required as part of the application process.” 

📌Note: applications can be picked up at the front desk of Miawpukek First Nation Band Office or at www.mfngov.ca/forms.

For more information or to obtain a copy of a detailed job description, please get in touch with Cyrus Lambert or Clint Jeddore at 709-882-2470 or via email at hr@mfngov.ca

‼️ALL APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE:
1. A RESUME
2. A COVER LETTER
3. ALL RELEVANT CERTIFICATES

📌FULL DETAILS CAN BE FOUND ON THE MIAWPUKEK APP UNDER JOBS AND DOCUMENTS.

🔸iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/miawpukek-first-nation/id6747904514

🔸Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ca.communikit.android.miawpukek

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - SE'T A'NEWEY KINA'MATINO'KUOM

➡️TEMPORARY CLEANING PERSONNEL
Deadline: April 3, 2026

‼️ALL APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE:
1. A RESUME
2. A COVER LETTER
3. ALL RELEVANT CERTIFICATES

📌FULL DETAILS CAN BE FOUND ON THE MIAWPUKEK APP UNDER JOBS AND DOCUMENTS.

🔸iOS: apps.apple.com/us/app/miawpukek-first-nation/id6747904514

🔸Android: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ca.communikit.android.miawpukek
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - SET ANEWEY KINAMATINOKUOM

➡️TEMPORARY CLEANING PERSONNEL 
Deadline: April 3, 2026

‼️ALL APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE:
1. A RESUME
2. A COVER LETTER
3. ALL RELEVANT CERTIFICATES

📌FULL DETAILS CAN BE FOUND ON THE MIAWPUKEK APP UNDER JOBS AND DOCUMENTS.

🔸iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/miawpukek-first-nation/id6747904514

🔸Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ca.communikit.android.miawpukek

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE GAS BAR WILL OPEN AT 3:00PM ... See MoreSee Less

➡️Reminder: Mini Mawio’mi – Wednesday, March 25⬅️

Everyone is welcome to attend the Mini Mawio’mi at Se't A'newey Kina'matino'kuom on Wednesday, March 25.

A community lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m., followed by Grand Entry at 12:30 p.m.

Come out and join us for this special community gathering.

ALL ARE WELCOME!
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➡️Reminder: Mini Mawio’mi – Wednesday, March 25⬅️

Everyone is welcome to attend the Mini Mawio’mi at Set Anewey Kinamatinokuom on Wednesday, March 25.

A community lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m., followed by Grand Entry at 12:30 p.m.

Come out and join us for this special community gathering. 

ALL ARE WELCOME!

Due to ongoing weather conditions and limited equipment, we kindly ask everyone to please stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary.

This will allow Public Works to carry out their duties safely and with minimal risk.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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Due to ongoing weather conditions and limited equipment, we kindly ask everyone to please stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary. 

This will allow Public Works to carry out their duties safely and with minimal risk.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

THE GAS BAR IS CLOSED THIS MORNING DUE TO WEATHER! UPDATE AT 11AM ... See MoreSee Less

Anyone want to learn how to do the Ko’jua Dance?

Come to the Community Centre tonight from 6:00-9:00!!

Hope to see you there!
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Anyone want to learn how to do the Ko’jua Dance? 

Come to the Community Centre tonight from 6:00-9:00!!

Hope to see you there!

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I’m so sad that I missed this, I’m out of town and just seeing the post 😭

We will be planning another session for tomorrow evening and hope to have a poster going out soon.

Loriann McDonald

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COMMUNITY NOTICE
March 23/36

Public Works would like to inform residents of Strides Lane that water service may be temporarily shut off today (March 23, 2026) to allow for repairs to a leak in the distribution system.

This will depend on whether the leak can be located and repaired before weather conditions worsen.

Public Works apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciates your understanding
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COMMUNITY NOTICE
March 23/36

Public Works would like to inform residents of Strides Lane that water service may be temporarily shut off today (March 23, 2026) to allow for repairs to a leak in the distribution system.

This will depend on whether the leak can be located and repaired before weather conditions worsen.

Public Works apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciates your understanding

Happy National Indigenous Water Operators Day, Miawpukek!

Today we proudly recognize and celebrate our dedicated water operators here in Miawpukek First Nation.

Your hard work, commitment, and attention to detail ensure our community has safe, clean, and reliable water every day. The work you do—often behind the scenes—plays a vital role in protecting the health and safety of our people.

We thank you for your long hours, your care, and your continued dedication to our community.

Wela’lin—thank you for all that you do
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Happy National Indigenous Water Operators Day, Miawpukek! 

Today we proudly recognize and celebrate our dedicated water operators here in Miawpukek First Nation.

Your hard work, commitment, and attention to detail ensure our community has safe, clean, and reliable water every day. The work you do—often behind the scenes—plays a vital role in protecting the health and safety of our people.

We thank you for your long hours, your care, and your continued dedication to our community.

Wela’lin—thank you for all that you do

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - EQUINOX GOLD

➡️Environmental Superintendent - Job ID 1587
Deadline to apply: Monday, March 30, 2026

📌FULL DETAILS CAN BE FOUND ON THE MIAWPUKEK APP UNDER JOBS AND DOCUMENTS.

🔸iOS: apps.apple.com/us/app/miawpukek-first-nation/id6747904514

🔸Android: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ca.communikit.android.miawpukek
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - EQUINOX GOLD

➡️Environmental Superintendent - Job ID 1587
Deadline to apply: Monday, March 30, 2026

📌FULL DETAILS CAN BE FOUND ON THE MIAWPUKEK APP UNDER JOBS AND DOCUMENTS.

🔸iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/miawpukek-first-nation/id6747904514

🔸Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ca.communikit.android.miawpukek

🌸 Pjila'si Sikw - Welcome Spring, Miawpukek! 🌸

Today marks the first day of spring 2026, a season of renewal, growth, and fresh beginnings.

As the days grow longer and the weather warms, we welcome this new season in our community with hope and positivity.

Wishing everyone in Miawpukek a wonderful spring filled with sunshine, happiness, and new opportunities. 🌷☀️
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🌸 Pjilasi Sikw - Welcome Spring, Miawpukek! 🌸

Today marks the first day of spring 2026, a season of renewal, growth, and fresh beginnings.

As the days grow longer and the weather warms, we welcome this new season in our community with hope and positivity.

Wishing everyone in Miawpukek a wonderful spring filled with sunshine, happiness, and new opportunities. 🌷☀️

🎯 Coast of Bays Darts Tournament – March 14–15, 2026 🎯

A great weekend of darts with 43 teams from across the South Coast competing in A, B, and C divisions!

Miawpukek had three teams participating in the 'A' Division, and all three were exceptional! All teams advanced to the semi-finals, with one team being eliminated at that stage. The remaining two teams advanced to the finals, proudly bringing home first and second-place finishes.

🏆 A Division Winners:
Shalene’s Team – Shalene, Philomena, Sieglinde Pam, and Melissa

🥈 Second Place:
Mary’s Team – Mary, Rita, Frances, Ada, Libby, and Lynn

🏅Vera's Team - Vera, Roxanne, Sonya, Anne Marie, and Donna

Congratulations to all players and teams who took part in an exciting and competitive tournament!

An incredible accomplishment and a great representation of our community.
Congratulations to all players involved! 🎯
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🎯 Coast of Bays Darts Tournament – March 14–15, 2026 🎯

A great weekend of darts with 43 teams from across the South Coast competing in A, B, and C divisions!

Miawpukek had three teams participating in the A Division, and all three were exceptional! All teams advanced to the semi-finals, with one team being eliminated at that stage. The remaining two teams advanced to the finals, proudly bringing home first and second-place finishes. 

🏆 A Division Winners:
Shalene’s Team – Shalene, Philomena, Sieglinde Pam, and Melissa

🥈 Second Place:
Mary’s Team – Mary, Rita, Frances, Ada, Libby, and Lynn

🏅Veras Team -  Vera, Roxanne, Sonya, Anne Marie, and Donna

Congratulations to all players and teams who took part in an exciting and competitive tournament! 

An incredible accomplishment and a great representation of our community. 
Congratulations to all players involved! 🎯

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Congratulations 👏🎉

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Jobs available in Indigenous communities for the 2026 Census!

Are you looking for meaningful work that fits your schedule and can help make a difference in your community?

Statistics Canada is hiring for the 2026 Census in Indigenous communities.
By hiring local people who know the land, the language, and the community, the census can collect more accurate information that reflects the realities of those living in Indigenous communities.

This information can help support planning for vital services such as employment, childcare, education, and healthcare.

Important to know
• Pay is $25.87 per hour for non-supervisory positions
• The timeframe for census jobs is from March to July 2026, depending on the position and location.
• You must be available to work flexible hours, including days, evenings and weekends.

Your contribution to the census can help your community plan and shape its future – apply now!

Apply now and tell a friend!
census.gc.ca/jobs
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Jobs available in Indigenous communities for the 2026 Census!

Are you looking for meaningful work that fits your schedule and can help make a difference in your community?

Statistics Canada is hiring for the 2026 Census in Indigenous communities.
By hiring local people who know the land, the language, and the community, the census can collect more accurate information that reflects the realities of those living in Indigenous communities. 

This information can help support planning for vital services such as employment, childcare, education, and healthcare.

Important to know
• Pay is $25.87 per hour for non-supervisory positions
• The timeframe for census jobs is from March to July 2026, depending on the position and location.
• You must be available to work flexible hours, including days, evenings and weekends.

Your contribution to the census can help your community plan and shape its future – apply now!

Apply now and tell a friend!
census.gc.ca/jobs

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