From Lake of the Woods Enterprise

First Nations seek water independence  - Great Nations Environmental not-for-profit enterprise aims to help area First Nations reach independence in water management

By Jon Thompson - August 2, 2011

FedNor press release

Minister Clement announces investments to strengthen aboriginal business development in Northwestern Ontario

Thunder Bay, Ontario, August 11, 2011 — The Honourable Tony Clement, Minister for FedNor, today announced a Government of Canada investment of $1.82 million in support of First Nation small business development and growth in Northwestern Ontario.

Communiqué From National Chief Shawn Atleo - August 2011

Fall 2011 Outlook - Priority Areas

As the end of summer approaches and the House of Commons plans its return, First Nations across Canada continue to pursue action in a number of key areas. As mandated by Chiefs across Canada, I look forward to continuing a rigorous agenda throughout the Fall focused on First Nation priority areas: asserting our rights and affirming our responsibilities, advancing the National Treaty strategy, education, and community safety and security including safe drinking water.

NAN press release

NAN Responds to Jury Roll Inquiry Announcement

THUNDER BAY, ON, Aug. 11, 2011 /CNW/ - Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Deputy Grand Chief Terry Waboose responded to the appointment of former Supreme Court Justice, the Honourable Frank Iacobucci, to inquire into and report on First Nation representation on Ontario jury rolls announced today by the Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General.

Kwayaciiwin Education Resource Centre

Kwayaciiwin Summer Institutes

Kwayaciiwin Education Resource Centre is hosting 4 Summer Institutes in Sioux Lookout From August 23 to 25:

1. Summer Institute for Junior Kindergarten Teachers
   3 days, Aug. 23, 24, 25
   Participants: All J.K. teachers for in-service of new J.K. Program
    

2. Summer Institute for Native Language Teachers
   3 days, Aug. 23, 24, 25

August 11, 2011

To:    Whom it may concern

Re:    Deer Lake Election Results

Deer Lake First Nation held its General Election, August 9, 2011 for the position of one (1) Chief, one (1) Deputy Chief and six (6) Councillors.

Final results and now hold Band Council status for the two year duration are:

Chief:                Roy Dale Meekis

Deputy Chief:    Randy Meekis

Councillors:

Albert Mamakeesic        
Cory J. Meekis

NAN press release

AFN press release

AFN National Chief Statement on International day of the World's Indigenous Peoples: UNDRIP Sets Way Forward in Respecting Indigenous Human Rights

OTTAWA, Aug. 9, 2011 /CNW/ - Today, on International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo commented on the importance of honouring and advancing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) in Canada and around the world.

Ontario Press Release 

Kenora-Rainy River Region Creating New Opportunities

August 5, 2011

McGuinty Government Boosts Local Economy, Creates Jobs

Several communities in Northwestern Ontario are strengthening their economies through infrastructure improvements, the use of clean energy and modern technology while creating 45 new jobs.

With support from the Province:

Press release

Trust Fund on Indigenous Issues relating to the Second International Decade of the World's Indigenous People

Overview

The Trust Fund for the Second Decade was established to promote, support and implement the objectives of the Decade. The Fund will give priority to projects concerning the main areas of the Second Decade: culture, education, health, human Rights, the environment and social and economic development. The Advisory Group for the Trust Fund for the Second Decade consists of members of the Permanent Forum’s Bureau.