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Equay-wuk (Women's Group) Fall Gathering 2006

Sunset Inn, Sioux Lookout

November 7-9, 2006.

Theme:  "Empowering Families & Communities"

• Guest Speakers (TBA) - Topics:  Justice, NAN Youth, Residential Schools, Shelters
• Workshops on Women in Leadership, Self Government, Family Violence, Community Wellness, and Starting Women's Groups
• NAN Women's Council - Open Forum
• An evening of entertainment (Nov.7)
• General membership meeting & election of the Equay-wuk Board of Directors (Nov.8)
• Daily Door Prizes

Invitations are being sent to First Nation offices - delegates representing their community will be recommended by their Chief and/or Council.  Please contact your Chief if you are interested in attending.  A registration form must be filled out and sent to Equay-wuk (Women's Group).

Note:  Delegates are required to attend all sessions.

For more information, contact:

Felicia or Darlene

Phone:  807-737-2214 or toll free 1-800-261-8294

Fax:  807-737-2699 

Email:  equaywuk@nwconx.net

Visit our website to view the agenda and registration form.

www.equaywuk.ca

PART-TIME INSTRUCTOR OPPORTUNITIES

We are inviting applications from qualified individuals for contract teaching positions for several programs for the Winter Session, 2007.  Each program is offered in a modular format; students attend one-week/two-weeks on-campus sessions in each semester and the remaining is through distance delivery. These positions require flexibility, intensive instruction hours during the on-campus sessions, teleconference delivery, preparation, marking and student support by telephone and email when students are in their home communities.

First Nations Business Administration Certificate
 Spreadsheet Management
 Mathematics of Finance
 Introduction to Marketing II
 Managerial Accounting
 FN Human Resources Management I
 First Nations Funding Agreements
Aboriginal Community Services Worker Program
 Promoting the Needs of Elders
 Crisis Intervention and Response Planning
 Understanding Mental Illness and Treatment
 The Human Body
 Health Administration
 Approaches to Wellness for Women
Native Early Childhood Education
 Introductory Computer Skills
 Methods 1
 Child Growth & Development 1
 Field Practicum/Seminar 1
 Interpersonal Communications
 Introduction to Ojibway
 Introduction to Cree

Qualifications:
• Diploma or degree in the appropriate field of study;
• 3 - 5 years related experience;
• An understanding of First Nations culture;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; and
• Experience in adult education is preferred.

Interested candidates are requested to submit a cover letter, resume, with references by October 30, 2006 at noon EST to:
Executive Director
Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Education & Training Institute
106 Centennial Square, 3rd Floor
Thunder Bay, ON  P7E 1H3
Telephone: 807-626-1880
Fax:  807-622-1818
Email:  info@oshki.ca

While we appreciate all applications for this position, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Sandy Lake First Nation, Presents:

Sandy Lake Youth Invitational Hockey Tournament