Why work with us?

The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq (CMM) is a progressive financially secure Tribal Council.  As witnessed by its success since its creation in 1986, The CMM is well known throughout Canada as a professional organization that is committed to providing a pleasant and healthy working environment for all its employees.

The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq has recently completed its five-year strategic plan.  In accordance with the strategic plan, new positions, projects, and departments will be emerging at the CMM in an ongoing capacity. If you have any questions, please contact us.

As positions become available they are posted on this page.
Please visit often so you won’t miss out!

 Mi’kmaq Visual Artist Consultant Opportunity 

The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq (CMM) is refreshing its identity and is seeking a Mi’kmaq visual artist to support the cultural direction of a new logo. This is a collaborative, consultative role focused on ensuring the final logo reflects Mi’kmaw history, values, and vision, and is grounded in community.

 We welcome submissions from Mi’kmaq artists, illustrators, designers, and visual storytellers who:
• Are members of a Mi’kmaq community
• Have experience in visual art, design, or cultural expression
• Are interested in contributing to a meaningful project that will help propel CMM forward
• Bring lived experience, cultural knowledge, and creative perspective

What to include in your submission:
• Who you are
• Your community affiliation
• Why are you interested in this opportunity
• How your art/design reflects Mi’kmaw culture, values, and ways of being
• Up to five (5) images, links, or samples of your work (or a portfolio link)

💼 Honorarium: $3,500 CAD
📅 Submission deadline: January 31, 2026

 This is a consultative position -no logo design is required.

Our Opportunities

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
The Confederacy of Mainland Mi'kmaq
Open until filled
Communications Officer
The Confederacy of Mainland Mi'kmaq
Open until filled
Director of Aquatic Resources and Fisheries Management
The Confederacy of Mainland Mi'kmaq
Open until filled
Director of External Relations
Mi'kmawey Debert Cultural Centre
Open until filled
Mi’kmaw Ecological Knowledge Studies (MEKS) Coordinator
The Confederacy of Mainland Mi'kmaq
Open until filled
Outreach and Internship Program Coordinator
The Confederacy of Mainland Mi'kmaq
Open until filled
Program Manager
The Confederacy of Mainland Mi'kmaq
Open until filled
TRP Engagement Facilitator
The Confederacy of Mainland Mi'kmaq
Open until filled

Member Communities

Administrative Assistant – Term
Wasoqopa'q First Nation
Deadline: January 27, 2026
Cashier – Your Winner’s World
Wasoqopa'q First Nation
Open until filled
Cook – Winner’s One Stop Restaurant
Wasoqopa'q First Nation
Open until filled
Finance Manager
Glooscap First Nation
Health Director
Paq'tnkek Mi'kmaw Nation
Open until filled
Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation Health Centre
Server – Winner’s One Stop Restaurant
Wasoqopa'q First Nation
Open until filled

Partner Organization Opportunities

Cultural Housing Support Worker
Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre
Open until filled
Education Programs Assistant
Mi'kmaw Nation Friendship Centre
Open until filled
Housing Support Case Manager
Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre
Open until filled
Indigenous Housing Outreach Worker
Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre
Open until filled
Youth Housing Client Relations Liaison
Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre
Open until filled

Scholarships, Bursaries & Awards

If you have a Program, Opportunity, scholarship, or Award that you would like to share with The CMM and its member communities, please contact HR@cmmns.com.

Feeding Communities Grant Fund– Click HERE to apply. Deadline: January 29, 2026

Canadian Owners & Pilots Association (COPA) Scholarships – Click HERE

Fly Canada Scholarships – Click HERE

Future Generations Foundation – Click HERE

Indspire Awards – Click HERE

RBC Future Launch Scholarship – Click HERE

TC Energy Scholarships – Click HERE