Shooniyaa Wa-Biitong

06/05/2026

🚨 WE’RE HIRING! 🚨

Shooniyaa Wa-Biitong is looking for a Self Employment Advisor to join our team! 🌟

Do you enjoy supporting entrepreneurs, encouraging big ideas, and helping people turn their goals into reality? This could be the opportunity for you! 💼✨

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about community growth, business development, and empowering Treaty #3 members on their self-employment journey.

📬Please submit your cover letter, resume and three (3) work-related references with permission to contact to:
Melanie McPherson, Administrative Lead, Shooniyaa Wa-Biitong email: [email protected]

📌 Please note: The Self Employment Program will not be accepting any NEW applications until the position has been filled. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this transition.🛑

06/05/2026

Maryam & Beverley took some time to attend the “Birch Bark Canoe Building” session held at the Seven Oaks area of Agency One land (formerly Point Park). This is the land where many Anishinaabeg gathered together. Witnessing this is truly inspiring! Stop by June 6 & 7, 2026 to learn about birch bark teachings and take part in building a canoe.

This event is hosted by One First Nations Cultural Organization

06/05/2026

Summer Employment Program Opportunities for Youth! ☀️ There's still time to apply for funding!! Share this with Youth, or employers looking for youth workers!!

Shooniyaa Wa-Biitong is now accepting applications for our summer student employment programs!

Career Employment Match (CEM) Program

For youth 30 & under who are returning to Post-Secondary School in the fall.
This program helps students gain valuable work experience in their field of study while building skills for their future careers.

FN Youth Summer Student Employment Program

For youth ages 14–18 years old looking to build skills, explore career interests, and gain summer work experience.

These programs are a great opportunity to develop workplace skills, build confidence, and earn income over the summer!

For an application or more information, please contact:

📍 Kenora Office
Misty Castle - 1-800-545-5113 Ext. 230 [email protected]

📍 Agency One Office (Eastern Area office)
Maryam Anderson 1-800-545-5113 Ext. 205 [email protected]

06/05/2026

⛳️ Team Shooniyaa AUN-TEES hit the greens on June 4th for the Kenora and Lake of the Woods Regional Community Foundation’s 7th Annual “Golfing for Philanthropy” Fundraiser Tournament! 💚🏌️‍♀️

Charlene, Beverley, Stephanie and Misty had an amazing day filled with Auntie laughs, community spirit, delicious food 🍔🌭 and friendly competition!

A huge Miigwech to our valued partners People First HR Services for sponsoring our team, and to the Kenora & Lake of the Woods Community Foundation for organizing such a fantastic event that brings our community together. 👏✨ The tournament held at the Kenora Golf & Country Club was incredibly well organized, and it was wonderful to see so much local support throughout the day, with all of the additional games and prizes.

And… Team Shooniyaa AUN-TEES came home with not one, but TWO wins! 🏆😄
🎉 “Mystery Score” Prize Winners
🎉 “Survivor Ball” Game Champions

We’re already looking forward to next year! ⛳️☀️

06/03/2026

Maryam and Beverley are set up at the Fort Frances High School Powwow today! 🎉

Stop by and say hello to learn more about our Challenge Cards, summer employment opportunities, and the programs and services available through Shooniyaa Wa-Biitong. Stop by to enter our draw 😁

We look forward to connecting with students, families, and community members throughout the day. See you there!

06/01/2026

🌈 Happy Pride Month from Shooniyaa Wa-Biitong 🌈

We celebrate diversity, inclusion, and the strength of being your authentic self. Wishing everyone a safe, proud, and joyful Pride Month! 💛

05/28/2026

Applications are still being accepted for this Summer!

Reach out to one of our Youth Coordinators for more information.

🎓✨ ATTENTION Treaty #3 Post-Secondary Students! ✨🎓
Looking for a meaningful summer job that connects to your career goals? 🌟 We’ve got som

🔥 Shooniyaa Wa-Biitong’s Career Employment Match Program – Summer 2026 is now OPEN! 🔥

✅ Are you under 30?
✅ Currently enrolled in a recognized post-secondary program?
✅ Want hands-on experience in your field of study this summer?
👉 Then this opportunity is calling your name!

🙌 This amazing program is supported in part by the Andrew Paterson First Nation’s Apprenticeship Program and partners including Service Canada and the Kenora & Lake of the Woods Community Foundation.

📞 Get started today! Reach out to our Youth Coordinators for the applications:

📍 Kenora Area: Misty Castle
📧 [email protected] | 📱 1-800-545-5113 Ext. 230

📍 Fort Frances Area: Maryam Seid
📧 [email protected] | 📱 1-800-545-5113 Ext. 205

🚀 Don’t miss your chance to gain experience, build your resume, and take the next step toward your career!

05/27/2026

🚨 WE’RE HIRING! 🚨

Shooniyaa Wa-Biitong is looking for a Self-Employment Advisor to join our team! 🌟 We’re looking for someone who is passionate about community growth, business development, and empowering Treaty #3 members on their self-employment journey.

Do you enjoy supporting entrepreneurs, encouraging big ideas, and helping people turn their goals into reality? This could be the opportunity for you! 💼✨

📬Please submit your cover letter, resume and three (3) work-related references with permission to contact to:
Melanie McPherson, Administrative Lead, Shooniyaa Wa-Biitong
email: [email protected]

📌 Please note: The Self Employment Program will not be accepting any NEW applications until the position has been filled. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this transition.

05/26/2026

Garrick and Jeremy are representing Shooniyaa Wa-Biitong today at the Rainy River High School Career Fair from 12-3PM!

Stop by to learn more about our youth summer programs, training opportunities, and ask about our Challenge Cards! We’re always excited to connect with youth and talk about future goals, employment pathways, and opportunities available in our communities.

Miigwech to Rainy River High School for having us!

05/22/2026

Courtesy Post! Great training opportunity for Anishinaabekwewag!

Contact Seven Generations Education Institute for more information.

Are you an Anishinaabekwe in the Treaty 3 area looking for the path to a Good Life? Revitalize your inner strength through education, Anishinaabemowin, cultural engagement, and other learning or skill development opportunities in SGEI’s Azhemiinigoziwin Program. Starting in September at our Rainy Lake Campus, join a close-knit group of Anishinaabekweg to reclaim your self-esteem, self-confidence, and renew your Anishinaabe identity.

Applications are open. Apply online at https://www.7generations.org/azhemiinigoziwin-program/