Archive - Jan 2009
January 8th
Weeneebayko Program at Queens providing medical services in remote First Nations
January 8, 2009 - 9:35pm | by brianbeatonChartering the right to healthcare - Weeneebayko Program has provided medical services for Moose Factory region since 1960s
By Kerri Macdonald, Features Editor
KO searching for Off-Reserve Secondary School Intake Coordinator
January 8, 2009 - 9:26pm | by brianbeatonKeewaytinook Okimakanak (KO) has an opening for an Off-Reserve secondary School Intake Coordinator (IC). This is a short term four (4) month contact position which may result in full-time employment.
Intake Coordinator Responsibilities
The Intake Coordinator will be responsible for, but not to limited to travel to each Keewaytinook Okimakanak Tribal Council First Nation to:
MTO closes access to 16 remote First Nations for bridge upgrades as winter road season starts
January 8, 2009 - 9:22pm | by brianbeatonNAN Press Release
NAN upset over MTO'S planned bridge closures
THUNDER BAY, ON, Jan. 8 /CNW/ - Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Stan Beardy is urging the Ministry of Transportation to rethink its planned closure of three bridges connecting 16 remote communities within the NAN territory to the south through the winter road network.
2009 Celebrate Canada Grant Application for National Aboriginal Day from Heritage Canada
January 8, 2009 - 4:23pm | by brianbeatonHeritage Canada application form
2009 Celebrate Canada Grant Application
Attached please find the 2009 Celebrate Canada funding application form for the Celebrate Canada period Canada Day, National Aboriginal Day, Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day and Canadian Multiculturalism Day.
The deadline to submit applications is February 28, 2009, however we encourage you to complete the form and get it to us as soon as possible to ensure it is processed in a timely manner.
January 7th
National Aboriginal Role Model Program 2009 Call for Nominations for youth
January 7, 2009 - 4:29pm | by brianbeatonNAHO press release ...
Lead Your Way! National Aboriginal Role Model Program 2009 Call for Nominations
What:
The National Aboriginal Role Model Program is pleased to announce a “Nomination Call for 2009” for Canada’s top Aboriginal youth, who are positive role models to others. Lead Your Way! the National Aboriginal Role Model Program provides an opportunity for Aboriginal youth to be recognized for their achievements, leadership and innovation.
Post Secondary Program Coordinator position available at Oshki in Thunder Bay
January 7, 2009 - 9:23am | by AnonymousThe Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Education & Training Institute established by Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) offers post-secondary education and training programs. We offer choice, accessibility, flexibility, opportunities and support services for our students. The Institute is an innovative, independent institution that currently offers accredited courses in business, social services, academic upgrading and early childhood education.
We are looking for a highly, energetic and dynamic individual for the position of Post Secondary Program Coordinator.
Alternative Federal Budget recommending providing funds for First Nations education
January 7, 2009 - 8:08am | by brianbeatonAFN press release ...
AFN National Chief Endorses Alternative Federal Budget
OTTAWA, Jan. 6 /CNW Telbec/ - The National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations, Phil Fontaine, endorsed the Alternative Federal Budget (AFB) presented today by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives.
January 5th
Call for Abstracts for NOSM's Northern Health Research Conference in Thunder Bay
January 5, 2009 - 11:16pm | by brianbeatonCall for Abstracts
Northern Health Research Conference
May 29-30, 2009
Northern Ontario School of Medicine
Lakehead University Campus
Thunder Bay, Ontario
NAN Decade Youth Council hosting 4th Annual Seven Sacred Teachings Youth Gathering
January 5, 2009 - 9:04am | by AnonymousNAN Decade to host 4th Annual