Archive - Jan 2012
NAN receives funding from FedNor to host First Nations Energy Conference in Thunder Bay
January 31, 2012 - 11:08pm | by brianbeatonFednor press release
Government of Canada investment supports First Nation economic development
Thunder Bay, Ontario, January 31, 2012 — The Honourable Tony Clement, Minister for FedNor, today announced a Government of Canada investment of $142,400 to encourage business development and strengthen the economy of Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) communities. The funding will be used to support NAN's three-day Energy Planning Conference taking place in Thunder Bay this week.
January 30th
Youth group provides Long Lake 58 First Nation with alternatives to drug abuse
January 30, 2012 - 10:26pm | by brianbeaton
Fire at Mishkeegogamang First Nation highlights lack of fire fighting equipment
January 30, 2012 - 10:14pm | by brianbeaton
Mishkeegogamang fire razes children's centre
Jan 30, 2012
Mishkeegogamang First Nation is located in northwestern Ontario, around the area where the Albany River meets Lake St. Joseph. More than 900 people live on its two reserves.
A weekend fire on the Mishkeegogamang First Nation has destroyed a community resource for children.
January 29th
Over 130 First Nations chiefs sign declaration banning crude oil exports on traditional territories
January 29, 2012 - 11:02am | by brianbeatonFirst Nations poverty a Canadian embarrassment requiring immediate action by government
January 29, 2012 - 9:26am | by brianbeatonFederal Indian Act chains First Nations and the people to the government for their entire lives
January 29, 2012 - 9:16am | by brianbeatonJanuary 28th
Matawa First Nations present proposal to address prescription drug abuse in their communities
January 28, 2012 - 12:03pm | by brianbeatonJanuary 27th
BC First Nations Education System created with Tripartite Education Framework Agreement
January 27, 2012 - 7:38pm | by brianbeaton
January 26th
NAPS requesting new design for First Nation police cruisers with a $1000 for winning submission
January 26, 2012 - 10:07pm | by brianbeaton
POLICE CHIEF SEEKING NEW CRUISER DESIGN !
NISHNAWBE-ASKI POLICE SERVICE
Contest open to all Nishnawbe-Aski Police officers, civilians, and Nishnawbe-Aski First Nation community members, and partner organizations.
Criteria:
The Chief of Police is announcing a competition to re-design the Service’s police vehicle. The new image should look appealing, sharp and modern.