Human Resources

We are dedicated to the recruitment, retention and development of qualified and committed employees.  We strive to promote excellence in the workplace.

Since its inception in 2010, there has been an increase in the number of partnerships within the MFN community; with the North Shore, government, and other agencies. 

In 2013, the focus was on health and safety which saw overall improvements in safety protocols in our organization. 

In 2014, the focus was on recruitment and selection processes which supported a growth in the number of new employees. 

In 2015, the focus was on training and development so that our employees are able to perform effectively and develop professionally.
HUMAN RESOURCES KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Health and Safety
  • Recruitment and Selection
  • Training and Development
  • Staffing
  • Employee File Management
  • Pension/Benefits
  • WSIB/Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
  • Legislative Compliance
  • Personnel Policy and Health and Safety Policy
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
The Human Resources Director, under the guidance of the Director of Operations, plays a vital role in overseeing all aspects of Human Resources within the Mississauga First Nation band administration. This involves assisting in the planning, development, and execution of HR policies, programs, and procedures. Key functions include involvement in recruitment, job descriptions, screening tools, interviews, reference checks, and exit interviews. The Director aids in employee orientation, compensation, benefits management, and pension administration. They manage personnel files, ensure compliance with regulations, and address occupational health and safety matters. Policy development, mediation, conflict resolution, and labor relations are also part of their responsibilities. The Director actively promotes employee programs, participates in various committees, and assists with leaves and return-to-work programs. The role encompasses a wide range of HR functions and involves close collaboration with the Director of Operations.​​
HUMAN RESOURCES CLERK
The Human Resources Clerk, under the guidance of the Human Resources Director, performs administrative tasks within the Human Resources Department. This includes supporting the Director, assisting with hiring processes, attending interviews occasionally, checking references, communicating with candidates, providing onboarding materials to new hires, organizing and managing employee records, handling HR documents like contracts, aiding in health and safety committee meetings, promoting employee programs, and engaging in other related tasks. ​
HUMAN RESOURCES PAGES
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​> Organizational Chart
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> Staff Directory
CONTACT INFORMATION
J. Woods, Human Resources Director
K. Bellefeuille, Human Resources Clerk
LOCATION
64 Park Road
​PO BOX 1299
Mississauga First Nation, ON
​P0R 1B0
Phone: 705-356-1621
​Fax: 705-261-1441
​Toll Free: 1-877-356-1621
DOCUMENTS
Human Resources Manual (2018)
LINKS
• Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development
• Accessibility Ontario
• Assembly of First Nations
• Canadian Human Rights Commission
• Charter of Human Rights Act
• Chiefs of Ontario
• Education Canada Network
• Employment Standards
• Indspire for Students  / Indspire
• Canadian Job Bank
• National Aboriginal Women’s Association
• Occupational Health and Safety Association
• Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada
• Ontario Human Rights Commission
• Ontario Native Women’s Association
• Ontario Ministry of Labour
• Union of Ontario Indians
• Workplace Safety Insurance Board