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🎄 Help Bring Christmas Cheer to Urban Indigenous Families 🎄

The holiday season can be a challenging time for families, and a little extra support can make a meaningful difference.

The Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre is seeking Christmas Cheer Sponsors to help support urban Indigenous families in our community this Christmas. ❤️

Your sponsorship can help bring some warmth, joy, and holiday spirit to families who may need a little extra support during the season.

✨ Become a Christmas Cheer Sponsor and help make Christmas a little brighter for an urban Indigenous family.

For more information on how you can become a sponsor, please contact us at ChristmasCheer@myMNFC.com.

Wela’lin to everyone who helps us support our community this holiday season. ❤️🎄

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📣 UPCOMING CONSTRUCTION EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES – WIJE’WINEN CENTRE

We’re building more than a building — we’re creating opportunities for employment, skills development, and career growth within our community! ❤️

As construction progresses on the new Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre (MNFC) Wije’winen Centre in Halifax, a number of potential employment opportunities in the skilled trades are anticipated over the coming months.

🔨 Potential Opportunities Include:

December 2026

  • Roofing Assistant – 1 position

Spring 2027

  • Glaziers – Up to 10 positions (Local 39)

  • Roofing Assistant – 1 position

Summer 2027

  • Journeymen Carpenters – Up to 5 positions (Local 83)

  • Apprentice Carpenters – Up to 5 positions (Local 83)

  • Journeymen Drywall Finishers – Up to 3 positions (Local 89)

  • Electrician (Apprentice or Red Seal) – 1 position (Local 625)

  • Plumbers – 4 positions (Local 56)

  • Pipefitters – 4 positions (Local 56)

  • Firestopping Labourer – 1 position

  • Installer – 1 position

🛠️ Interested in an Opportunity?

Whether you have previous construction experience, are an apprentice, or are looking to enter the skilled trades, we encourage you to express your interest!

Employment and training supports may also be available for eligible individuals who require safety certifications, training, or assistance preparing for employment.

📋 To learn more or express your interest, visit our website to complete the online form or contact us:

🔗 https://www.mymnfc.com/mnfc-jobs

📌 Please note: These are anticipated employment opportunities, not confirmed active job postings. Positions and timelines may change as construction progresses.

📢 Help spread the word by sharing this post with friends, family, and anyone who may be interested!

Together, we’re building careers, strengthening our community, and creating a lasting legacy for generations to come.

Wela’lin! ❤️

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