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February 6th, 2012
Fort Severn First Nation’s broadband leadership gains recognition with 2 new published papers
February 7, 2012 - 4:49am | by brianbeatonVideocom press release
Fort Severn First Nation’s Broadband Leadership Gains Recognition
Two research papers from Fort Severn First Nation are published this month. The story of the community’s leadership with broadband technologies is being shared with many Canadian and international researchers and policy-makers.
$1 million Let's Talk fund for community organizations supporting mental health care and access
February 6, 2012 - 9:48pm | by brianbeatonBell press release
Introducing the Bell Let’s Talk Community Fund for 2012
$1 million fund for community organizations supporting mental health care and access
February 5th
Iskatewizaagegan First Nation challenging government to protect traditional lands and resources
February 5, 2012 - 11:02pm | by brianbeaton
From the Kenora Daily Miner and News
Showdown in Shoal Lake - Minister hopeful talks will point the way to resolve issues
Posted February 3, 2012 - Jon Thompson
When her staff leaves Iskatewizaagegan First Nation (Shoal Lake 39) after Friday’s meetings, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs Kathleen Wynne hopes compasses are aligned toward a common future.
Aboriginal Arts Award from Ontario Arts Council deadline of April 2, 2012
February 5, 2012 - 9:01am | by AnonymousFebruary 4th
OSHKI receives funding to deliver Learning 2 Mine project with 100 First Nation youth
February 4, 2012 - 10:47pm | by brianbeaton
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada press release
Government of Canada Helps Aboriginal Youth Develop Job Skills
THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2012) - A Government of Canada investment will help 100 Aboriginal youth in Thunder Bay get the training and skills development they need to find and keep good jobs.
Canadian telecom funded report conflicts with international report about broadband in Canada
February 4, 2012 - 10:39pm | by brianbeaton
from Financial Post
Canadian Internet speeds among world’s fastest: report
Jameson Berkow Feb 1, 2012
At 74%, Canada has the highest broadband penetration rate in the G7, the report said, significantly ahead of the United Kingdom (69.2%) and France (69%).
Canadians enjoy among the fastest, most widely available and least expensive broadband Internet in the developed world, says a report to be released Thursday.
Mobile data services with roaming makes for an expensive experience for family
February 4, 2012 - 9:36pm | by brianbeaton
from CBC.CA
Vacationing family hit with $10,000 movie bill - An understanding SaskTel agrees to reduce the charge to about $1,000
Feb 2, 2012
A Saskatchewan family that used a mobile internet service while vacationing was shocked to learn it was facing a bill of more than $10,000 associated with watching a few movies.
John Gibson, from Weyburn, recently took his family to Phoenix, Arizona.
February 2nd
Call for Equitable and Sustainable Funding for First Nations in Canada made to United Nations
February 2, 2012 - 10:40pm | by brianbeatonAFN press release
Assembly of First Nations National Chief Supports International Call for Equitable and Sustainable Funding for First Nations in Canada
Education Advisor Job Position with Keewaytinook Okimakanak First Nations available
February 2, 2012 - 5:17pm | by Anonymous