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Economic Development
KZA uses a community-based approach to economic development. This focuses on improving the well-being of the community through investment attraction and job creation. Our approach, the net gain of money flow, called an “economic base” focuses on bringing in money from outside the community into the community, not just recirculating the same money in the …
Membership and Land
The KZA Administration assists people with land transactions and general land inquiries within the boundaries of the Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg, processing applications for changes in the Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg membership registry which includes changes in marital status, registration of births and deaths, and the management of estates and wills. CONTACT For more information on KZA …
Community
About the People of the River Desert Band Our Algonquin culture is a living contemporary lifestyle rooted on our land through ancient traditions. The Kitigan Zibi Anishinabe reserve was formally established in 1851. The majority of our people migrated from the Lake of Two Mountains (also known as the Oka area). Our first Ogima (Chief), …
Departments
The KZA works hard to strengthen and foster a strong community, adhering to the principles of our Mission Statement. Our services are open to all eligible band members. Explore the links below to learn more. …
Frank Meness
Frank A. Meness, M.A., J.D. Councillor Frank was called to the Bar in Ontario in September 2013. He practices in Ontario and regularly obtains approval from the Quebec Bar to appear in court on specific matters in that province. He practices in the areas of Indigenous law, Wills, Estates and Trust Law, Taxation and Corporate …
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Rentals
Cultural Centre The KZA Cultural Centre is open for KZA community members to access facility rentals, IT services, catered meals, exhibit tours, cultural workshops, and demonstrations. These services can be used for tours, conferences, meetings and events. learn more Community Use of Facilities, Grounds & Equipment Registered KZA band members can rent facilities, grounds and …
Social Assistance
Resident members of the KZA band may be eligible for Social Assistance given the certain parameters of their situation. KZA band members should meet the one of the criteria below to be considered for social assistance. Eligibility Social assistance may only be given to resident Kitigan Zibi band members who meet social assistance eligibility. Kitigan …
Finance
The Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg Band utilizes the service of 4 finance clerks, under the direction of the Community Manager/Finance Comptroller, to handle the total annual revenues and expenses. The duties and responsibilities were divided up into the 4 following areas: Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable – Cash receipts Payroll General Accounting – Financial Statements Loans The …
Employment & Training
Kitigan Zibi Human Resource Department Online Centre Welcome to the Kitigan Zibi Human Resource Department Online Centre (KZHRDOC). The main goals and services of the KZHRDOC are to offer On the job training General project / wage Workforce stabilization Welfare subsidy Youth Strategy. The Kitigan Zibi Human Resource Development Board provides funding for Professional training …
Odekan Head Start Program
About Odekan Odekan’s goal is to foster the growth and development of infants, toddlers, and preschool children. Our program is based on six main components: education, health, nutrition, cultural and language development, social support, and parental involvement. Learn more about all the activities offered through the program below. Drop-in Day We offer specific days when …
Social Services
Social Service Programs Kiweda Assisted Living Residential care for semi-autonomous community members. CONTACT TBDKiweda Supervisor 819-449-6299 Special Needs Services Programs and services for individuals with Special Needs. CONTACT Francesca BrazeauSpecial Needs Area CoordinatorFrancesca.brazeau@kza.qc.ca819-449-5593 ext. 2017 Nicholas Stevens’ Centre CONTACT Kzhss.nsc@kza.qc.ca819-449-5106 Waseya House Shelter, intervention, and counselling for First Nations’ families experiencing family violence. CONTACT Waseya …