b'to the First Nation so that we can assist members the best we can.Dokis First Nation has a number of major projects next up on the docket, including the development of a new water plant and the construction of a new day care, with architectural work already completed for both. Were growing so much. Once the water plant is going to be there, its not only to build houses or for the infrastructure of the Nation, but also the security and fire protection, Chief Duquette says. We have more and more students going to our school, more young families moving home, which is just fantastic.Looking farther ahead, some of the communitys goals are to complete theirholiday benefit for every band memberdirector, he says. One thing were Seventh Generation Trust so they canup to the age of 12. inspired to have in the near future is provide opportunities to band members,Chief Duquette says they are alsoactually a whole [cultural] department and to create a Dokis pension for seniors. looking to complete their customthat would encompass our ceremonies, Were looking at enhancing ourelection, noting that the communityour languages but also our youth and health plans, so if you dont work for thewants to go to a three-year term forfamiliesits okay to be Anishinaabe.office or have the health benefits, wereChief and council. One of the thingsEven if I wasnt Chief, Im just so trying to supply extra for that, ChiefIm proud of [is] we have all directors inproud to be from Dokis and to be able Duquette says. Weve created a deathpositions that we never had beforesoto raise my family here and hopefully my benefit so if [a band member is] deceased,we have a finance director, an educationgrandchildren and great-grandchildren, there are funds. And weve created adirector, a public works director, a healthChief Duquette concludes.Learning from the past. Building the future.Growing together.Indigenous nations play a pivotal role in shaping the future landscape of Canada in all sectors. MNP proudly recognizes your contributions, embraces your vision, and is committed to moving forward with you.Rob Campbell, National Director, Indigenous Services 204.336.6128 | rob.campbell@mnp.caMNP.caI ssue2 2025/26C hIefs ofo ntarIoA dvocAte magazIne l 29'