Misiway is an Indigenous-led Primary Health Care Organization in Timmins, Ontario. Misiway, meaning “everyone” in Cree, reflects our commitment to inclusive, community-centred care. We support the whole person by bringing together people, culture, and services to ensure care for everyone.

Status: Full-Time, Permanent (35 hours per week)
Salary Range: $49,400 - $54,950

Why This Role Matters

At Misiway, land-based cultural programming is health care.

When community members gather to harvest, share stories, learn traditional skills, and sit in ceremony with Elders and Knowledge Keepers, something shifts. Identity strengthens. Grief moves. Connection is restored.

The Cultural Activity Coordinator holds that space.

You will work alongside Elders, Traditional Knowledge Keepers, and families of all ages to design and deliver programming that honours the teachings of Indigenous peoples in our region. Your work is grounded in the IPHCC Model of Wholistic Health and Wellbeing, which recognizes that physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health are inseparable.

What You’ll Experience in This Role

• Do meaningful work: Deliver land-based programming that heals, restores identity, and strengthens community resilience
• Work with Elders: Build respectful, ongoing relationships with Knowledge Keepers and Elders
• Lead with culture: Bring your lived experience, language, and cultural knowledge into the heart of your work
• Grow in your role: Contribute to planning, quality improvement, and strategic direction
• Balanced work life: 35 hours per week within a supportive, community-oriented interdisciplinary team

What You Will Do

1. Plan and Facilitate Land-Based Cultural Programming

• Build relationships with Elders and Knowledge Keepers with respect for protocol and cultural teachings
• Plan and deliver seasonal land-based activities including harvesting, traditional skills, food sovereignty, storytelling, language circles, ceremonies, and family healing gatherings
• Apply the Medicine Wheel and Seven Grandfather Teachings as guiding frameworks
• Create safe, welcoming spaces for participants of all ages
• Coordinate logistics to ensure Elders and Knowledge Keepers are fully supported

2. Evaluate Programming and Support Quality

• Gather feedback through sharing circles and culturally grounded approaches
• Use a Two-Eyed Seeing (Etuaptmumk) approach to evaluate program impact
• Contribute to reporting and annual planning processes

3. Maintain Records and Reporting

• Document program activity in Misiway’s Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Ensure accurate records for reporting and evaluation purposes
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with organizational policy and legislation

4. Manage Cultural Programming Budget

• Track expenses and monitor budget performance
• Support annual budget planning and quarterly reporting

5. Build Community and Partnerships

• Promote cultural programming across Timmins and surrounding areas
• Build partnerships that strengthen land-based programming capacity
• Represent Misiway at community events as needed
• Support Indigenous language revitalization within programming

What You Bring

Required

• Connection to Indigenous culture, land, and community
• Experience working with or learning from Elders or Knowledge Keepers, with respect for cultural protocol
• Understanding of colonization, residential schools, and intergenerational trauma
• Post-secondary education in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and lived experience
• Minimum 2 years of experience in health, social services, land-based, or community programming
• Strong interpersonal skills and a welcoming, respectful approach
• Basic budgeting and computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Valid Class G Ontario Driver’s Licence
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check

Assets

• Ability to speak or understand Cree or Ojibway
• Experience working in an Indigenous-led organization or IPHCO
• Familiarity with the IPHCC Model of Wholistic Health and Wellbeing
• Experience with EMR systems
• Experience delivering seasonal or ceremonial programming

What Working Here Means

Working at Misiway means being part of a team that believes culture is healing.

It means showing up for community members during meaningful moments in their healing journeys. It also means learning alongside Elders and colleagues who carry this work with care and responsibility.

We recognize the emotional and spiritual weight of this work and ensure staff are supported through:

• Team support
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits and pension plan
• Vacation and wellness support

Our Commitment

Misiway is an equal opportunity employer.

We strongly encourage Indigenous applicants to apply and self-identify in their applications. We also welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

A Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Check is required as a condition of hire.

How to Apply

Applications should be forwarded electronically to Amy Blais, Director of Finance and Administration, Misiway Milopemahtesewin CHC at apply@misiway.ca by 4:30 pm by Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.