First Nations Housing Conference 2027

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Attend Canada's largest and longest-running National First Nations Housing Conference

For First Nations,
by First Nations

Early Bird

Registration Is Open

Lock in the best rate before prices go up.

The First Nations Housing Conference 2026 was a great success!

Thank you to all our delegates, presenters, exhibitors, sponsors and funders.

WHEN

FEBRUARY
23-25, 2027

WHERE

VALHALLA HOTEL
THUNDER BAY, ON

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Conference Features

Community Housing Recognition Awards

Recognizing & celebrating First Nations excellence in housing across technical, administrative & leadership at the Awards Gala Dinner.

Builders Challenge

Hands-on building trades training, mentorship, and real-world skills for First Nations participants.

Tradeshow

Connect with industry leaders, discover innovative solutions, and bring new ideas back to your community.

Passport to Prizes

Attend sessions, collect hole punches, and enter for a chance to win exciting prizes at the Closing Ceremonies.

Agenda & Workshops

Three learning streams – Technical, Administrative, and Leadership – featuring practical workshops and expert-led sessions to strengthen First Nations housing.

Sponsor & Exhibit

Showcase your solutions, connect with decision-makers, and build lasting relationships in First Nations housing.

Housing Transformation: Innovation, Health & Climate

FNHC 2027 will explore where First Nations housing has come from, the transformation already underway, and where it needs to go next.

Through innovation, health and climate, the conference will bring people together to share knowledge, explore practical solutions and help shape healthier, more sustainable and resilient First Nations housing for generations to come.

Innovation considers new approaches to infrastructure, technology, administration, and leadership that can strengthen how housing is planned, built, and managed. Health recognizes the connection between housing and overall well-being, addressing concerns such as indoor air quality, overcrowding, and other housing conditions that can impact both physical and mental health. Climate focuses on creating sustainable, resilient homes while respecting the land, water, and natural resources. Together, these three areas reflect a broader transformation in First Nations housing.

Knowledge • Partnerships • Solutions • Impact

REGISTER TODAY AND SAVE!

Early Bird Price

$1650

Regular - $1,850

Early Bird deadline October 31, 2026.

Testimonials

"You'll learn a lot. The workshop and meeting all the different people at the conference has been my favourite part."

“This is my first time attending this conference, and the session on Strategic Leadership in Housing was a breath of fresh air.”

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Agenda 2027

Three Streams. Three Days. Endless Opportunity.

Learn, connect, and lead alongside the people shaping First Nations housing across Canada.

Three Streams and Three Days filled with Opportunities to Learn, Connect, and Lead.
Whether you’re on the tools, in the office, or at the leadership table, FNHC 2027 offers practical learning designed for every role in First Nations housing. Explore three dedicated learning streams, each featuring expert-led sessions, real community experiences, and actionable solutions you can bring back to your communities.

Technical – Hands-on workshops for housing experts, covering construction practices, inspections, health and safety, building materials, and innovative housing solutions.
Administrative – Practical sessions for housing administrators, finance leads, and program managers – covering funding applications, policy navigation, housing management systems, and community planning tools.
Leadership – Strategic conversations for chiefs, council members, and community housing leads – covering governance, long-term planning, advocacy, reconciliation-based housing approaches, and community-driven success stories.

2026 Sessions
& Recordings

Reasons To Attend

Choose from three specialized learning streams tailored to your role in First Nations housing.
Learn from First Nations communities, housing experts, and industry partners who are driving meaningful change.
Discover practical solutions and proven approaches you can apply in your own community.
Build lasting connections with peers, government partners, and housing leaders from across Canada.
Be part of Canada’s largest and longest running First Nations Housing Conference, celebrating its 24^th year of bringing communities together to learn, collaborate, and inspire.

Every community has a story worth sharing and your experience has the power to inspire!

8:00 - 9:00 AM

BALLROOM FOYER & BALLROOM 1

8:00 - 9:00 am

Details coming soon.

TBD

Details coming soon.

10:00 - 10:45 AM

SCANDIA 1/2

BALLROOM, SCANDIA 3 & VIKING

Tradeshow

Connect with industry leaders, discover innovative solutions, and bring new ideas back to your community.

6:00 - 9:00 PM

SCANDIA

Community Housing Recognition Awards Gala

Recognizing & celebrating First Nations excellence in housing across technical, administrative & leadership at the Awards Gala Dinner.

3:15 - 4:30 PM

Details coming soon.

TBD

Details coming soon.

Delegates

Experience Housing Transformation in action.

Registration for the 24th Annual First Nations Housing Conference 2027 is NOW OPEN!

Through engaging workshops, shared learning and networking, FNHC 2027 is an opportunity to see Housing Transformation in action and be part of conversations shaping what comes next. Connect with housing experts, community leaders, industry & Government partners from across Canada as we explore Innovation, Health & Climate and practical solutions for the future of First Nations housing.

Be part of the transformation. Register today.

Delegate

Early Bird Price

$1650

Regular - $1,850

Early Bird deadline October 31, 2026.

Who Should Attend

FNHC is geared towards First Nation individuals in the following (or similar) positions:

Technical

Housing Managers
Contractors
Maintenance Workers
Technical Advisors
Infrastructure Specialists

Administrative

Housing / Finance
Administrators
Capital Housing Planners
Housing Rental Managers
Public Works Managers

Leadership

Chiefs
Council Members
Community Housing Heads
Housing Committee Heads

Tradeshow

Experience the All-Day Tradeshow!

See what’s new and what’s next in First Nations housing at the FNHC 2027 All-Day Tradeshow.

Explore products, technologies and practical solutions connected to Innovation, Health & Climate. Meet industry partners, ask questions, compare approaches and discover ideas that could support housing needs in your community.

From new building solutions to sustainable technologies and healthier homes, the Tradeshow is your opportunity to see housing transformation in action.

Explore. Connect.
Ask questions.
Take new ideas home.

Corporate Opportunities

Be Part of Housing Transformation

Connect your organization with First Nations housing leaders, decision-makers, industry & Government partners at the 24th Annual First Nations Housing Conference.

Corporate opportunities offer meaningful ways to showcase your organization, build relationships and support stronger, healthier and more sustainable First Nations housing.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen existing relationships, introduce new solutions, or demonstrate your commitment to better housing outcomes, FNHC 2027 is where the right conversations are happening.

Exhibit

Exhibit at Canada’s Largest Tradeshow in First Nations Housing

Be Part of Housing Transformation by being at FNHC 2027 All-Day Tradeshow!

You’ll have the opportunity to showcase what you do, start meaningful conversations, and build relationships with First Nations housing experts, decision-makers, and industry professionals looking for practical solutions and trusted partners.

Book your spot today!

Secure Your Spot!

Early Bird Pricing $1,125

Regular Price $1,275

Early Bird deadline October 31, 2026.

Call for Presenters

Have a presentation idea?
We'd love to hear it.

FNHC 2027 is seeking presentations that educate, inspire, and provide practical solutions for First Nations housing. Whether you’re sharing a community success story, lessons learned, or a proven best practice, your knowledge can help strengthen housing across First Nations communities. To help guide your submission, we’ve identified a number of topics and areas of interest that reflect current priorities and emerging trends in First Nations housing. These topics will help shape the FNHC 2027 conference program.

Technical:

Woodstove Safety + WETT Certification
HRV Maintenance

Leadership:

Community Infrastructure Planning
Healthy Homes
Apprenticeships & Trades Training

Contact us to make a meaningful impact.

FUNDERS 2027

SPONSORS 2027

Foreman Sponsor

EA Northern Contractors

Indigenous Owned and Operated Construction Business

Master Sponsor

Builders Challenge Sponsor

Tradesman Sponsor

Apprentice Sponsors

Cornerstone
Timberframes

Sustainable Buildings
Canada

Hydro One

Technology Partner

CONTACT US

For information or inquiries regarding the First Nations Housing Community and Conference please contact:

First Nations Housing Working Group
c/o TAG Creative Strategy
Phone: (807) 622-1979 | Fax: (807) 622-0846

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Attend Canada's largest and longest-running National First Nations Housing Conference

For First Nations, by First Nations

Early Bird

Registration Is Open

Lock in the best rate before prices go up.

The First Nations Housing Conference 2026 was a great success!

Thank you to all our delegates, presenters, exhibitors, sponsors and funders.

WHEN

FEBRUARY23-25, 2027

WHERE

VALHALLA HOTELTHUNDER BAY, ON

Conference Features

Community Housing Recognition Awards

Builders Challenge

Tradeshow

Passport to Prizes

Agenda & Workshops

Sponsor & Exhibit

Housing Transformation: Innovation, Health & Climate

FNHC 2027 will explore where First Nations housing has come from, the transformation already underway, and where it needs to go next.

Knowledge • Partnerships • Solutions • Impact

REGISTER TODAY AND SAVE!

Early Bird Price

$1650

Regular - $1,850

Testimonials

Agenda 2027

Three Streams. Three Days. Endless Opportunity.

2026 Sessions & Recordings

Reasons To Attend

BALLROOM FOYER & BALLROOM 1

8:00 - 9:00 am

Ballroom Foyer & Ballroom 1

Registration & Breakfast

BALLROOM 2/3

Opening Ceremonies

BALLROOM 1

Keynote

TBD

TBD

BALLROOM 1

Housing Inspection

Jody Brinkman

Municipality of Sioux Lookout

BALLROOM 1

Indoor Air Quality

Amy Montgomery

First Nations & Inuit Health Branch - ISC

BALLROOM 1

TBD

Presenter - TBD

TBD

VIKING

Prioritizing Projects

Gary Wood

Independent First Nations Alliance (IFNA)

VIKING

TBD

TBD

TBD

VIKING

TBD

TBD

TBD

SCANDIA 1/2

Community Infrastructure Planning

TBD

TBD

SCANDIA 1/2

TBD

TBD

TBD

SCANDIA 1/2

TBD

TBD

TBD

SCANDIA 1/2

Builders Challenge #1

TBD

SCANDIA 1/2

For First Nations,
by First Nations

FEBRUARY
23-25, 2027

VALHALLA HOTEL
THUNDER BAY, ON

2026 Sessions
& Recordings

Explore. Connect.
Ask questions.
Take new ideas home.

Have a presentation idea?
We'd love to hear it.

Cornerstone
Timberframes

Sustainable Buildings
Canada