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August 20th, 2011
First Nation corporation rolling out fibre optic cable connecting KI and Wapekeka First Nations
August 20, 2011 - 8:04am | by brianbeatonFirst Nation workers in Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninnuwug began rolling out the Bell Aliant fibre optic cable earlier this week. The fibre cable will replace the existing microwave link connecting the two remote First Nations of KI and Wapekeka in Ontario's far north.
Charlie Hunter is finally laid to rest in Peawanuck First Nation after leaving 37 years before
August 20, 2011 - 7:49am | by brianbeatonAugust 19th
Bearskin Lake First Nation youth walking to raise awareness of prescription drug abuse
August 19, 2011 - 9:48am | by brianbeatonClick here for a copy of the DONATIONS form and memo
Press release
August 18th
Residential school survivors of Stirland Lake and Cristal Lake Schools to be compensated
August 18, 2011 - 1:47pm | by brianbeatonNAN press release
Grassy Narrows First Nation court decision respects all development on traditional lands
August 18, 2011 - 11:57am | by brianbeatonGrassy Narrows PRESS RELEASE
August 17, 2011
August 17th
Ontario land transfer to Missanabie Cree First Nation questioned by Anishnabek Nation
August 17, 2011 - 1:29pm | by brianbeatonPress release
Missanabie Cree First Nation Celebrates Long-Awaited Land Transfer
Wednesday, 17 August 2011
The Chief and Council of the Missanabie Cree First Nation are pleased to announce a significant achievement in the quest to return to our homelands. The people of the Missanabie Cree First Nation will be celebrating the successful negotiation of a Land Transfer Agreement with the Government of Ontario that will provide our community with approximately fifteen (15) square miles of land in our traditional territory.
August 15th
JOB POSTING: “Youth Leadership Program: In-Field Intern” with Right-to-Play organization
August 15, 2011 - 6:33am | by Anonymous
From the Right to Play website (http://www.righttoplay.com/canada/Documents/Youth%20Leadership%20Program%20-%20In%20Field%20Intern%20(3).pdf)
August 14th
Ontario provides funding for Water plant operator training in Kenora area First Nations
August 14, 2011 - 10:45pm | by brianbeatonFrom 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
August 13th
FedNor provides $1.82M to Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund for First Nation SME
August 13, 2011 - 7:45am | by brianbeatonFedNor 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.
Assembly of First Nation National Chief highlights priorities for fall of 2011
August 13, 2011 - 7:18am | by brianbeatonCommuniqué 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.