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Community Updates/News

Community Updates

We have a 2-bedroom apartment becoming available at the end of February. 


All previously submitted housing applications will still be considered. However, if your circumstances have changed, please submit an updated application.


Housing applications are available at the Band Hall from 9:00am – 4:00pm, Monday to Thursday.


If you have any questions, please contact the Band Hall. 



Job Posting: Community Winter Crew (Seasonal)

We are currently seeking two (2) individuals to join our Community Winter Crew for the remainder of the winter season.


Position Duration:

February to the end of March


Duties & Responsibilities:

Shoveling snow from community walkways and entrances

Applying salt and sand as required

General winter cleanup and maintenance duties

Other snow and ice control tasks as needed to ensure community safety


Requirements:

Ability to work outdoors in winter conditions

Physically capable of snow shoveling and related tasks

Reliable and able to work as scheduled


How to Apply:

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply through the Band Office / submit their name to Belinda Goguen.




Update from Fisheries

 WNNB 2026 Fisheries Forum – Sustaining Our Waters Friday, February 13, 2026 Fredericton Convention Centre


Join the WNNB 2026 Fisheries Forum, where updates will be shared, breakout discussions held, and feedback gathered on economic development opportunities within the fisheries industry.

Date & Time: Friday, February 13, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Location: Fredericton Convention Centre, 670 Queen St., Fredericton, NB E3B 1C2

Registration is required to attend the Fisheries Forum.

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Wolastoqey First Nation Communities Session – February 12

WNNB and Fisheries Directors invite all community members to attend a special session to discuss matters related to the 2025 elver season and early planning for a successful 2026 season.


Discussion Topics

· What worked well during the 2025 season

· Areas for improvement

· Planning for a successful 2026 season


Elver fishers are encouraged to participate and share their experiences, insights, and recommendations. Any band members interested in participating in the upcoming 2026 elver season are also encouraged to attend.


This session will also include preliminary information on the upcoming 2026 planning meeting.

Session Details

· Date: Thursday, February 12

· Time: 1– 4pm

· Location: Maqiyahtimok Centre, St. Mary’s First Nation, Fredericton

*A draft agenda is under development. Once finalized, the confirmed details will be shared with you.


Planned Content (Tentative)

· Presentation by Colin and Kaleb on the index river work

· Group discussion on the upcoming 2026 elver season

· Coordination and planning between communities

· Note: This meeting is for our group only — DFO will not be in attendance.


Upcoming Community Meeting – DFO EMT Updates (Date TBD)

Last year, we held a community meeting with Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) to discuss the Elver Monitoring and Traceability (EMT) program. We will be hosting another session soon with DFO representatives Jarrad Sitland and Cassandra Colwell.


This upcoming meeting will focus on:

 • Reviewing recent updates and enhancements to the EMT program

 • Discussing EMT upcoming changes 2026 

• Offering band members an opportunity to ask questions and share feedback directly with DFO

We will share the date, time, and location once finalized via Facebook: Welamukotuk Wolastoqiyik OFN.


Gaspereau Fishing – Spring 2026

The Commercial Fisheries department is reviewing the possibility of leasing OFN’s gaspereau fishery for the Spring 2026 season. We are looking for band members who may wish to participate if the season moves forward.

Participation will be limited.

If interested, please reach out to the Commercial Fisheries department.


Thank you, Carol & Linda Commercial Fisheries Co-Directors

Update from Headstart

 Hey everyone! 


Just a little update of WELCJ  My building just hired another full time staff, Erica Sark has joined our team. We are very excited to have another member join us!! 

I recently posted about looking for individuals who have different career paths, such as our C&C, painters, beaders,dancers, first responders ANYONE who is interested, to come pay a visit to us and open a little more exposure to our next generation of children of OFN. 


I also am going to be looking for anyone who would be interested in hosting something for my k4 class (such as ribbon skirts/shirts) if interested please reach out to me. 

I am very hopefully that in the upcoming months our building is going to be going through a few positive changes/ renos. 


We are also looking for call ins, if interested please reach out to me. 

Must be 19+ 

Pass a criminal record and SD check  

Have first aid. 


Woliwon  

Ashley Presnail 

Director of Welamukotuk Early Learning 

Ashley.presnail@ofnb.com  

Community Updates

We have a 2-bedroom apartment becoming available at the end of February. 


All previously submitted housing applications will still be considered. However, if your circumstances have changed, please submit an updated application.


Housing applications are available at the Band Hall from 9:00am – 4:00pm, Monday to Thursday.


If you have any questions, please contact the Band Hall. 



Job Posting: Community Winter Crew (Seasonal)

We are currently seeking two (2) individuals to join our Community Winter Crew for the remainder of the winter season.


Position Duration:

February to the end of March


Duties & Responsibilities:

Shoveling snow from community walkways and entrances

Applying salt and sand as required

General winter cleanup and maintenance duties

Other snow and ice control tasks as needed to ensure community safety


Requirements:

Ability to work outdoors in winter conditions

Physically capable of snow shoveling and related tasks

Reliable and able to work as scheduled


How to Apply:

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply through the Band Office / submit their name to Belinda Goguen.





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