Northern Ontario First Nations Communications Conference

"Getting Connected: Strengthening the Connections Between Northern Ontario First Nations and the World"

Dec 9, 10, 11, 2009

This progressive conference will address communications issues and needs within northern Ontario First Nations communities and organizations.

3 site locations to choose from, connected by videoconference:

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Aboriginal Humanities Studies
Program Coordinator

Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Education & Training Institute, established by Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN), provides post-secondary education and training programs.  We offer choice, accessibility, flexibility, opportunities and support services for our students.  The Institute currently offers accredited Business, Social Services, Pre-Health Sciences and Early Childhood Education post-secondary programs.

(SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – NOVEMBER 5th, 2009): The film For the Next 7 Generations, a documentary about the work of the International Council of 13 Indigenous Grandmothers to promote sustainability, will be screened on November 13th from 6 to 9 pm at Algoma University’s Great West Life Amphitheatre. Tickets will be available at the door at a cost of $15 for adults and $7 for students and elders. All interested persons are welcome to attend.

Nishnawbe Aski Nation Education Partnerships Consultation Conference
Nov 17-19
Prince Arthur Hotel, Thunder Bay

Click here for the PDF Copy of the Poster and Registration Form

The following Recommendations and INAC Responses are from the 2009 Fall Report of the Auditor General of Canada, Chapter 6 that addresses issues around First Nation Land Management and Environmental Protection.

Call for Speakers and Workshop Presenters

2010 Ontario Association of Community Future Development Corporations (OACFDC) Conference
“Aboriginal in Nature”
Valhalla Inn, Thunder Bay
June 10 to 12.

Thunder Bay Ventures and NADF are seeking Speakers and Workshop Presenters for the 2010 Ontario Association of Community Future Development Corporations (OACFDC) Conference, “Aboriginal in Nature”, which will be held at the Valhalla Inn, Thunder Bay, June 10 to 12.

CALL FOR PAPERS
Engaging Indigenous Communities: Resources, Rebellions, and Resurgence
August 9-13, 2010
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada

From tbnewswatch.com

Bill Nothing will be presenting an update regarding Nishnawbe Aski Nation's work regarding Lands and Resources.

As your community works through challenges and opportunities, NAN has an active website and workers that can offer information for decison makers. http://www.oski-machiitawin.ca/ 

Join us for the next event in the Lands and Resources Training Series:

November 4, 2009 930-11CST