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!

Our Opportunities

Housing and Infrastructure Support Technician
Confederacy of Mi'kmaw Nations
Open until filled
Project Assistant
The Confederacy of Mi'kmaw Nations
With the Department of Social Enterprise and Economic Development

Member Communities

Early Childhood Educators (ECE)
Paq'tnkek Mi'kmaw Nation
Open until filled
Bayside Entertainment Centre Manager
Paq'tnkek Mi'kmaw Nation
Open until filled
Bingo Hall Attendant/Kitchen Help
Wasoqopa'q First Nation
Open until filled
Business Development Officer
Wasoqopa'q First Nation
Open until filled
Captain of Commercian Fishing Vessel (Lobster et al)
Wasoqopa'q First Nation
Open until filled
Cashier – Hammonds Plains Entertainment
Wasoqopa'q First Nation
Open until filled
Cashier – Your Winner’s World
Wasoqopa'q First Nation - Yarmouth
Open until filled
Community Band Designate
Paq'tnkek Mi'kmaw Nation
Open until filled
Community Fisheries Coordinator
Glooscap First Nation
Cook – Winner’s One Stop Restaurant
Wasoqopa'q First Nation
Open until filled
Deck Hand
Sipekne'katik First Nation
Deadline: August 19, 2026
Emergency Management Organization (EMO) Coordinator
Paq'tnkek Mi'kmaw Nation
Open until filled
Fisheries Operations Manager (2-Month Term)
Paq'tnkek Mi'kmaw Nation
Open until filled
Health Director

Paq'tnkek Mi'kmaw Nation
Open until filled
Occupational Therapist
Sipekne'katik First Nation
Deadline: August 19, 2026
Principal
Paq'tnkek Mi'kmaw Nation
Open until filled
Paqtnkek Education Centre, Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation
Principal
Paq'tnkek Mi'kmaw Nation
Open until filled

Partner Organization Opportunities

Assembler
Valard
Open until filled
Class 1 Driver
Valard
Open until filled
Community Healing Coordinator
Tajikeimik
Open until filled
Cultural Retail Associate – Sitamuk Cultural Post
Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre
Customary Law Assistant
Mi'kmaw Legal Support Network
Open until filled
Legal Counsel
Mi'kmaq Rights Initiative
Material Yard Labourer
Valard
Open until filled
Powerline Technician Apprentice
Valard
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.

Sammy Gehue Achievement Award Application – Elementary School- HERE

Sammy Gehue Achievement Award Application – Grade 12 –HERE

The Efficiency Nova Scotia Bright Futures Award – Deadline: June 6, 2026 – Click: HERE

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