First Nations Market Housing Fund
@fnmhf
First Nations prosperity through homeownership. Visit us at www.fnmhf.ca.
We're excited to welcome Paul Jackson, who joined the Fund as our HR Associate on July 6. Paul brings more than a decade of experience in Finance and HR with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, along with a strong commitment to supporting employees and building positive workplaces. Welcome to the team!
Buying your first home can feel overwhelming. But you don’t have to navigate it alone. The Fund’s Homeownership Navigators can help guide members through the homeownership journey with financial wellness support, workshops, and one-on-one guidance. 📞 1-866-582-2808 📧 info@fnmhf.ca
At the Fund, our seven core values guide responsible investing that protects capital and reflects Indigenous priorities. We support safe, sustainable housing and community development for First Nations. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4rFQXoa #OurValues #IndigenousProsperity #FNMHF
Meet Kathleen BlueSky, new Chair of the Board at the Fund. With 20+ years in finance and governance, her vision is rooted in culture, community, and First Nations capacity. Read the full interview: bit.ly/4fWr013 #FirstNations #IndigenousLeadership #Housing #Governance #FNMHF
We're hiring! Join the Fund and help expand homeownership opportunities in First Nations communities. We're hiring for two positions: Senior Program Officer: bit.ly/4yPG9Z8 Homeownership Navigator: bit.ly/4yHsbbJ #FNMHF #Hiring #FirstNations
Planning to move back to your community? If your First Nation works with the Fund, there may be homeownership supports and programs available to help you build or purchase a home on reserve. Your first step is to connect with your housing department or housing manager to learn more.
🌟 That’s a wrap on the AFN AGA in Ottawa! We connected with leaders, shared how the Fund supports housing and homeownership, and had inspiring conversations. Thank you to all who stopped by! #AFNAGA2026 #CommunityBuilding
What is the Credit Enhancement (CE) program? The Fund’s CE program provides a 10% portfolio guarantee to approved loans, helping strengthen loan portfolios with participating lenders. This program helps First Nations support members looking to build, buy, renovate, or refinance homes on reserve.
We are proud to be working with over 41% of the First Nations in Canada, empowering these communities to secure homeownership on reserve lands. 🌐 For more on how we're fostering First Nation prosperity through homeownership, visit our website: www.fnmhf.ca/about/ #FirstNationsHousing #FNMHF
Stay informed with Foundations, our quarterly newsletter! Get the latest updates, initiatives, and success stories from the First Nations Market Housing Fund as we expand housing opportunities for First Nations communities. Subscribe now ➡️ eepurl.com/itlFQw #FNMHF #FirstNationsHousing
Does the Fund provide mortgages? The Fund is not a lender. We work with First Nations and approved financial institutions to help strengthen homeownership opportunities on reserve through our Credit Enhancement program. This can help communities develop programs tailored to their unique needs.
🏠 Indigenous-led solutions are creating new pathways to on-reserve homeownership. Through our MOU with Yänonhchia’ Housing Finance, FNMHF supports an innovative model that expands access to housing finance and homeownership for First Nations families. Read more: bit.ly/3QytVTo #FNMHF
You're invited to the Fund's AGM on July 16! Join us in person at the AFN Head Office in Ottawa or online via Zoom. Learn about our progress, key highlights, and our work to advance First Nations-led homeownership. Register here: bit.ly/44D1wie #FNMHF
Does the Fund support off-reserve housing? Our mandate is focused on supporting homeownership on reserve lands. If you’re exploring off-reserve housing options, there may be other resources and programs available to support your journey. Learn more at fnmhf.ca #FAQs #FirstNationsHousing
Our team will attend the AFN AGA, July 14-16, 2026 at the Rogers Centre in Ottawa. Visit our booth to learn how we support stronger First Nations housing markets and homeownership on reserve. 🔗 Register: bit.ly/4edHuzx #AFNAGA2026 #IndigenousLeadership
From historical insights to current initiatives, our Resource Hub offers accessible information for creating equitable Indigenous housing across Canada. 🌟 Explore articles, guides, and tools and more: bit.ly/4rDr7ku #FirstNationsResources #FNMHF
FAQ Time 🔑 Interested in homeownership on reserve? Start by contacting your First Nation housing department to learn what programs may be available. Eligible members may also access financial wellness coaching and workshops. #FAQs #HomeownershipJourney
🧡🌞 Today, we honour National Indigenous Peoples Day and the Summer Solstice, a time of light, renewal, and connection. We celebrate the strength, cultures, and leadership of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples as we continue building sustainable futures together. #FNMHF
Our 2026 Business Plan Summary is online! Learn how the Fund is advancing First Nations-led homeownership, strengthening capacity development, and expanding housing opportunities across Canada. Read it here: bit.ly/4uDqF7O #FNMHF #FirstNationsHousing #Homeownership
FAQ Time 🏠 How can First Nations learn more about the Fund? The Fund offers presentations for Chief & Council and senior administration on supporting homeownership in community. 📞 1-866-582-2808 📧 info@fnmhf.ca #FAQs #CommunityDevelopment
Launching the Unlocking Opportunities. Listen now to Episodes 1–4 exploring First Nations housing finance, lending, and homeownership. Tune in, subscribe, and stay connected for more: bit.ly/4fdAIfa #FNMHF
FAQ Time 🏡 What is the First Nations Market Housing Fund? The Fund helps First Nations communities create more homeownership opportunities on reserve through loan guarantees, training, and financial wellness supports. Learn more: www.fnmhf.ca #FAQs #FirstNationsHousing
🎉 Thank you to everyone who joined our first-ever On-Reserve Loans Workshop! A special thank you to BMO for partnering with us to support First Nations homeownership. Great conversations, learning, and connections—we look forward to future workshops. #FNMHF
📘 Our 2025 Annual Report, Towards Ownership, is now online! This year’s report highlights progress toward First Nations homeownership and the Fund’s transition to full First Nations care, control, and governance. Read the report: bit.ly/4dUO7GH #FNMHF #AnnualReport #Homeownership #IndigenousHousing
June is National Indigenous History Month. A time to honour the strength, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. At FNMHF, we support Indigenous-led housing solutions that build stronger, self-sufficient communities. #IndigenousHistoryMonth #FNMHF
So, what does the Fund do? Loans? Not quite. The Fund doesn’t offer individual mortgages or work with brokers. We support First Nations communities in building and managing their own homeownership programs—backing loans through councils or housing authorities. Learn more here: bit.ly/4rFQXoa
We will be attending the FNNBOA National Conference in Dartmouth, NS (June 1–3, 2026). We look forward to connecting with leaders and partners advancing safe, code-compliant housing in First Nations communities. #FNNBOA #FirstNationsHousing #FNMHF
Partnering with the First Nations Market Housing Fund means more than building homes. It’s about creating pride, opportunity & a stronger future. We offer: ✅ Credit Enhancement ✅ Capacity Development Wherever you are on the journey, we walk with you. Learn more: bit.ly/4tuEpRQ #FNMHF