Information Brochure for 2015 Mattagami Elections

1. RE-ELECT
STRENGTH. SUCCESS. STABILITY.
JENNIFER
CONSTANT
for COUNCILLOR
Mattagami First Nation

2. STRENGTH. SUCCESS. STABILITY.
“ It’s not a secret - my pride for our community; We have come a long way and
overcome a pretty tough history – we have endured years of systemic oppression,
governmental and territorial abuses but throughout all of those ‘regimes’ we have
been diligent in pushing every chance we can to fight for our collective rights and
ultimately for a better future.
Throughout all of the difficulties our community and people have faced – we have
proven our resiliency with a vibrant sense of humour & wit. I know I have
demonstrated my advocacy for our members, my long serving stability, optimism
and my love for our community. It’s also been demonstrated that any benefits I seek
are sought for our community and never for myself as an individual – an important
thing to factor in when choosing a leader. We need leaders who work together.”
~ Cllr. Jennifer Constant

3. EXPERIENCED LEADERSHIP
• Elected COUNCILLOR
• Mattagami First Nation - Senior Council Member - 12 years experience.
• Negotiator in Resource Development (Harvard Negotiation training completed.)
• Effective engagement with industry and government for funding potentials
• Professional representation of community, and effective engagement with
community members
• Successfully secured funds - Community Economic Opportunities Program
(CEOP) $60G to carry-out Economic Development Strategic Planning
• Assisted in development & funding application for the Mattagami Harmony
Movement strategic planning
• These are some examples of my experience directly benefiting our
community. Strength. Success. Stability.

4. EXPERIENCED LEADERSHIP CON’T
• Leadership Representation Roles
• Trustee & Chairperson
• Mattagami First Nation Community Development Trust
• 2005-Present – Negotiated, Established, and Representation
• Member – Board of Directors
• The Venture Centre/Le Centre de Development Board
• 2002-Present – First Nation Representative
• Member – Board of Directors
• The Far Northeast Training Board
• 2002-2004
Strength. Success. Stability.

5. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Business Development Coordinator - Mattagami First Nation
• Secured funds for training courses for Mattagami members/residents
• Solar partnerships to reduce costs & to create income for the First Nation
• Initiated discussion on Timmins/Mattagami Casino partnership potential
• Initiated discussion and research for an Elder’s Facility for Mattagami
Presently awaiting approval for:
• Small Communities Fund $5M potential for local Community Solar
Project
• Aboriginal Communities Energy Plan fund $90G
• Enhanced Capacity – New Relationship Fund $50G
• Aboriginal Economic Development Funding Grant $100G
• Nike N7 Fund - $10G for the Mattagami Track & Field Program
Strength. Success. Stability.

6. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CON’T
• Wabun Tribal Council -Regional Governance Coordinator
2002-2013 Nishnawbe-Aski Nation - Self Governance Negotiation Process
• Mamo-Wichi-Hetiwin – Board Member 1998-2004
• Mattagami Right To Play – Champion to secure local
program
Some of my Professional Representation & Influence
Strength. Success. Stability.

7. AWARDS & NOMINATIONS
Timmins Young Professional 2012
• Aboriginal Professional Award
• PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise finalist
Women of Influence 2015
• Aboriginal Leadership Nominee
Strength. Success. Stability.

8. COMMUNITY SUPPORT
• Volunteer to the following:
• Mattagami Annual Walleye Tournament 2003-2012
• Mattagami Recreation 2003-2012
• Ekinamageh Babamadizwin (Learning Journey) teaching youth
skills and goals
• Youth of Yesterday – Elders social event
• Mattagami Annual Pow wow
• Fundraiser $25,000+ for a family who suffered a horrible loss.
• Supporter & promoter of many other community events and
functions
Strength. Success. Stability.

10. LEADERSHIP PHILOSOPHY
• Focus on the real issues - not the theatrics of infighting politics – people
waste time trying to tarnish the image of others in an attempt to make
themselves look better. – We have to work with one another, why ruin
the relationship before it might begin.
• Mattagami has proven that it values stability and integrity – we have
a vast traditional knowledge and need to respect those non-
conventional education systems of traditional wisdom as an important
approach to our cultural integrity.
• Rise up and stand for the best interest of the community. That means
the community’s priorities.
• Any fighting should be to increase our members rights, our
community’s rights – not selfish motivation.
Strength. Success. Stability.

11. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION
• Ryerson University – Public Administration and Governance
• Completed first year while also taking care of all my responsibilities (work, family)
• Lethbridge College – Trustee Accreditation program
• Toronto School of Business – Police Foundations
• Cambrian College – Fine Arts
• Northern College host – Harvard Negotiation training program
• ICA & Associates – Group Facilitation
Strength. Success. Stability.

12. YOUR CHOICE – YOUR VOTE
• I hope that I demonstrated my experience to secure your vote
on April 10th.
• I am a candidate who is confidential, responsible, respectful and
educated.
• I know the scope of work required and know the serious & real
representation that is needed not only in the community but also
for representation outside of the community too.
• I am not an ‘in-theory person’ – I have studied but I also have
actual and demonstrated leadership experience.
Strength. Success. Stability.

13. CHI-MIIGS, THANKS
• I appreciate the time you took to read through my
information.
• If you would like to speak or need clarity on anything
please don’t hesitate to contact me at (705)262-8235.
• Or feel free to also message me on facebook
• You can also read my info on www.mattagami.com

14. RE-ELECT
STRENGTH. SUCCESS. STABILITY.
JENNIFER
CONSTANT
for COUNCILLOR
Mattagami First Nation