Committees
About MFN Committees
Mississauga First Nation’s committees provide opportunities for community members, staff and Council representatives to contribute knowledge, perspectives and recommendations on matters affecting the community. Committees support Chief and Council by providing advice, reviewing issues and policies, and helping ensure that community perspectives are reflected in decision-making. Committee mandates and responsibilities are established through Terms of Reference approved by Chief and Council. Committees are generally advisory in nature and make recommendations to Chief and Council within their respective areas of responsibility.
Finance Committee
Provides oversight and guidance on MFN’s financial management, including financial reporting, budgets, internal controls and risk management. The Committee reviews financial matters and makes recommendations to Chief and Council.
Program Management Team
An internal administrative committee that supports coordination and communication between MFN programs and departments. It works to improve service delivery, support staff, coordinate activities and promote consistency in policies and procedures.
Health & Safety Committee
An internal committee focused on workplace health and safety. It identifies and evaluates health and safety concerns, recommends solutions and supports employee education and compliance with applicable health and safety requirements.
Chi-Naakinagewin Committee (aka. Law Development Committee/Constitution Committee)
Supports the development and implementation of Mississauga First Nation’s governance and self-government framework, including work related to the Constitution, community consultation and ensuring a strong community voice in governance matters.
Lands & Resources Committee
Advises Chief and Council on land and resource matters and supports the administration and management of MFN lands. Its responsibilities include land-use planning, environmental protection, land-related policies and laws, dispute resolution and community engagement on land matters.
Housing & Infrastructure Committee
Provides advice and recommendations on housing and community infrastructure matters. The Committee helps identify housing needs, service gaps and infrastructure priorities, and supports the development of policies, plans and initiatives that respond to the needs of Mississauga First Nation members and the community.
Education Committee
Provides advice on education priorities and community needs. The Committee acts as a liaison between the community, Chief and Council, schools and education service providers, and supports community involvement in education initiatives.
Police Advisory Committee
Provides community input on policing priorities and concerns and acts as a liaison between community members, Chief and Council, the Ontario Provincial Police and First Nation policing services.
Economic Development Committee
Provides advice and recommendations related to economic development opportunities and priorities for Mississauga First Nation. This committee was also added as part of the 2018 amendments to the Governance Manual.
Advisory Groups
Elders & Youth Advisory Council
Elders & Youth Advisory CouncilProvides guidance to Chief and Council by bringing together the knowledge, experience and perspectives of Elders and Youth. The Advisory Council supports the preservation and sharing of culture, history, language and traditional ways, while ensuring Elders and Youth have an active voice in governance and community matters. The group provides direction and advice rather than making decisions.
