Archive - 2009
October 24th
NAN demanding Ontario's Mining Act requires First Nation approval to access resources
October 24, 2009 - 6:53am | by brianbeatonNAN Press Release
NAN STATEMENT ON PASSING OF MINING ACT AMENDMENT
THUNDER BAY, ON, October 22, 2009: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Stan Beardy today acknowledged the Government of Ontario’s efforts to address First Nations concerns through the Mining Act amendment bill passed by the legislature Wednesday, but remains adamant that NAN First Nations must have the right to decide on mining activity in NAN territory.
October 23rd
Proposed Growth Plan for Northern Ontario released to start consultation process
October 23, 2009 - 4:32pm | by brianbeaton
From the Growth Plan for Northern Ontario web site
Developing a Growth Plan for Northern Ontario
On October 23, 2009 the Province of Ontario released a Proposed Growth Plan
for Northern Ontario.
October 22nd
Aboriginal Music Week in Winnipeg celebrating Aboriginal artists starting Nov 3
October 22, 2009 - 6:57am | by brianbeatonPress release ...
Assembly of First Nations communique from National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo
October 22, 2009 - 6:35am | by brianbeatonA Communiqué from National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo
October 2009
The Assembly of First Nations issues regular updates on the National Chief’s activities and work underway at the national office. More information can be found on the AFN’s website at www.afn.ca
October 21st
Ojibway language instructors required in Thunder Bay's Lakehead Board of Education
October 21, 2009 - 9:11pm | by brianbeatonThe following teaching position(s) are available effective immediately.
SECONDARY OCCASIONAL TEACHERS TO TEACH NATIVE LANGUAGES: OJIBWE/OJIBWAY TO HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AT LAKEHEAD PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ FOUR HIGH SCHOOLS.
OCCASIONAL CONTINUING EDUCATION TEACHERS TO TEACH NATIVE LANGUAGES: OJIBWE/OJIBWAY TO ADULTS AT LAKEHEAD PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ ADULT EDUCATION CENTRE.
Youth Entrepreneurship: Where to Start video conference session on Oct 23, 2009
October 21, 2009 - 8:22pm | by AnonymousAll are welcome to join host DFC High School and Presenter Wally Bannon (NADF) to discuss Youth Entrepreneurship. This workshop will engage youth by providing examples and realities of what entrepreneurship means in terms of time, commitment, and resources.
NADF offers support and advisory for youth to develop their business ideas.
October 20th
Study highlights how First Nations control of health care leads to better health outcomes
October 21, 2009 - 4:20am | by brianbeatonPress release ..
Economic Development Summit, Nov. 17 to 19 in Sioux Lookout exploring First Nation partnerships
October 21, 2009 - 4:13am | by brianbeatonFrom Northern Ontario Business
Chiefs, industry experts gather for Sioux Lookout economic summit - Urban reserves offer avenue to First Nation self-reliance
By: Ian Ross
Sioux Lookout is considering getting the province's first urban reserve.
Sioux Lookout is taking a serious look at establishing an urban First Nation reserve to stimulate economic development.
Enhancing Child Safety and Online Technologies - a report with common sense recommendations
October 20, 2009 - 5:52am | by brianbeatonEnhancing Child Safety and Online Technologies:
FINAL REPORT OF THE INTERNET SAFETY TECHNICAL TASK FORCE
October 19th
Off-reserve housing and home ownership gets big boost by Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services
October 20, 2009 - 4:45am | by brianbeatonPress Release
OAHS Announces Over $20.4 Million in Funding
Sault Ste. Marie, ON, Oct. 19 - Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services (OAHS) is pleased to announce $20.4 million in funding to deliver 144 units under the First Nation, Inuit, Métis Urban & Rural Housing (FIMUR) Rental Component Program.