Qalipu First Nation

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Qalipu First Nation is in Ktaqmkuk (Newfoundland) and is part of the Mi’kmaq Nation whose territory extends from Maine to Quebec, through the Maritime Provinces and into Newfoundland. This territory is also known as Mi’kma’ki. Qalipu is one of the largest Indian Act Bands in Canada with a membership of more than twenty-five thousand people. This is in large part attributable to the fact that when

Newfoundland joined Canada in 1949, the political leadership of the day falsely stated there were no Indigenous people in Newfoundland and left them out of any negotiations with Canada. As a result, there were no reserve lands established and our Mi’kmaq ancestors were not recognized under the Indian Act. By the time Government agreed to acknowledge our people, after decades of fighting by our Indigenous leaders, the Mi’kmaw population had roamed far and wide. Our ancestors had intermarried with other cultural populations on the island, they had big families and so on for several generations before the Qalipu First Nation was established as an Indian Act Band in 2011. Since many of those early ancestors had long since passed, they could not receive the recognition they deserved. Instead, their many descendants were granted status in their place. We are certainly unique in this regard but, we are proud to receive this recognition in their names and in their honour.

📢 Public NoticePlease be advised that the Qalipu First Nation office in Glenwood will be closed on Monday, August 31. We...
08/28/2026

📢 Public Notice

Please be advised that the Qalipu First Nation office in Glenwood will be closed on Monday, August 31.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Wela’lin.

🎓 Student Funding ReminderStudents who have been approved for post-secondary funding are asked to contact their Client S...
08/27/2026

🎓 Student Funding Reminder

Students who have been approved for post-secondary funding are asked to contact their Client Services Officer (CSO) as soon as possible with the following to ensure their funding can be processed:

• Your signed funding contract
• Your banking information, if you were recently approved for funding following the May deadline

Providing this information is important to avoid delays with your funding.

Workshop Cancellation NoticePlease be advised that the Indigenous Designers of Tomorrow Youth Workshops scheduled for th...
08/25/2026

Workshop Cancellation Notice

Please be advised that the Indigenous Designers of Tomorrow Youth Workshops scheduled for this week have been cancelled.

Those who registered will be contacted directly. We will provide an update with a new workshop date for the fall once details are confirmed.

Thank you for your understanding.

📢 Public NoticePlease be advised that the Qalipu First Nation office in Corner Brook is closed today, August 25. We apol...
08/25/2026

📢 Public Notice

Please be advised that the Qalipu First Nation office in Corner Brook is closed today, August 25.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Wela’lin.

📢 Public NoticePlease be advised that the Qalipu First Nation office in Glenwood will be closed from August 24-28, 2026....
08/23/2026

📢 Public Notice

Please be advised that the Qalipu First Nation office in Glenwood will be closed from August 24-28, 2026.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Wela’lin.

📢 Public NoticePlease be advised that the Qalipu First Nation office in Grand Falls-Windsor will be closed on Friday Aug...
08/21/2026

📢 Public Notice

Please be advised that the Qalipu First Nation office in Grand Falls-Windsor will be closed on Friday August 21 and August 24-27.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Wela’lin.

🌿 We’re Hiring!Qalipu First Nation is seeking a Business Development Officer for a full-time, permanent position. Based ...
08/20/2026

🌿 We’re Hiring!

Qalipu First Nation is seeking a Business Development Officer for a full-time, permanent position. Based on the office location of the successful candidate, this role will support Indigenous entrepreneurs and member-owned businesses through business development, marketing, networking, funding opportunities, and community economic development initiatives.

⏰ Deadline to Apply: Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM

Submit your resume, cover letter, and three professional references here: https://qalipu.bamboohr.com/careers/166

Qalipu First Nation is proud to recognize our Cultural Wellness Facilitator, Kaylee Sullivan, who participated in the Wo...
08/19/2026

Qalipu First Nation is proud to recognize our Cultural Wellness Facilitator, Kaylee Sullivan, who participated in the World Waltes Tournament, held in Millbrook, Nova Scotia, in July.

Kaylee is passionate about sharing the traditional Mi’kmaw game of Waltes, bringing her knowledge, enthusiasm, and cultural respect to community outreach, youth programming, land-based camps, university engagement, and cultural events throughout our communities. Having spent years learning the game from knowledgeable Mi’kmaw Elders, she honours its cultural significance, teachings, and traditions.

Kaylee is committed to ensuring Waltes is shared with integrity, creating meaningful experiences that connect people of all ages to Mi’kmaq culture, history, and community.

Thank you, Kaylee, for helping keep this important Mi’kmaq tradition strong and for sharing these teachings with our communities. Wela’lin for representing Qalipu First Nation with pride!

📢 Public NoticePlease be advised that the Qalipu First Nation office in Grand Falls-Windsor is closing at 2pm and the of...
08/19/2026

📢 Public Notice

Please be advised that the Qalipu First Nation office in Grand Falls-Windsor is closing at 2pm and the office in Glenwood is closed for the day.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Wela’lin.

Address

3 Church Street
Corner Brook, NL
A2H2Z4

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 12:30pm

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+17096340996

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