Human Resources

Delivering human resources services to the Cree Nation Government

The Human Resources department is a strategic partner to the organization. We set standards for recruitment, implement training and support the development and growth of our entire organization. Our goal is to be a fair partner to our employees and to act with integrity and respect towards everyone who contributes their efforts to the attainment of organizational goals and objectives.

Join the Cree Nation Government

The Cree Nation Government is the primary vehicle for Cree people to exercise our rights as Indigenous Peoples and our rights as a nation. By becoming part of the Cree Nation Government, our members have the opportunity to do their share in building a vibrant, healthy and strong Cree nation. At the same time, all Cree members have the opportunity to develop their personal careers which will benefit them and their families for the future.

Our Commitment

The Human Resources department is committed to promote and to provide a healthy and ethical work environment to its employees. Employee recognition and empowerment, career growth and overall employee happiness are what we work hard to develop, implement and support through our Human Resources programs. We are also committed to maintaining confidentiality and all the information will be managed accordingly.

Caring for our people

We work hard to create a culturally rich workforce and a collaborative work environment for all employees. Always open to change and creative problem-solving, we strive to contribute to, and achieve, the inspiring visions of our Cree leaders and that of the Cree Nation Government.

  • Select high potential individuals and do our utmost to retain our talented employees by supporting their career growth.
  • Nurture a learning culture by providing ongoing training and development.
  • Ensure a culturally rich and diverse workforce in an environment free from discrimination and harassment.
  • Design creative solutions and advise on various human resources related matters.
  • Drive organizational change and transformation for the betterment of the organization.
  • Maintain open communication between all organizational levels.

Providing a Healthy Work-Life Balance

It’s not what you do, it’s how you do your job and why – the strengths and passions you bring to the table no matter where you are seated. Our purpose is to support our employees by creating a healthy and safe work environment that promotes individual and organizational well-being.

 

Work-Life Balance
Family days, summer hours, cultural leaves, home leaves, special leaves of absence, extended year-end holiday, and social events.

Health & Well-Being
Employee Assistance Program, providing an extra help during difficult times and a Health and Safety Program, enforcing a safe work environment.

Benefits
Competitive benefits plan and a broad pension plan.

Helping Our People Grow

We support the professional development of our Cree employees so that they can successfully take on higher positions within government. The evolution of our nation hinges on the evolution of the individuals within it.

Training and Development
With the support of department leaders, we update employee skills by providing continuous learning opportunities.

Employee-Centric Approach
Department leaders give employees individual attention to recognize what they’re good at and identify what resources can empower them to grow professionally.

Performance Management
Employees & leaders sit together to develop an annual plan with clear objectives, tools to measure performance and resources needed to fulfill personal and organizational goals.

Where

2 Lakeshore Road, Nemaska, QC, JOY 3BO

Contact us

By phone

Contact us by phone or fill out the form below.

(819) 673-2600


By email

Contact - Human Resources