Computer Gaming!
July 17, 2003 - 5:03pm | by AnonymousThe Sioux Gamerz computer gaming group would like to invite you to our annual FragFest 2k3. For more details visit us on the web at www.siouxgamerz.ca
Thanks Knet
Climate Change in a Nutshell - A report from the Renewable Energy Program at KO
July 17, 2003 - 5:03pm | by AnonymousClimate change is happening.
The debate within the scientific community has shifted, from the question of whether or not humans are causing change in global climate, to a discussion of how serious the impacts will be. By all indications the results will severely change the course of ecosystems and human societies around the world in the decades to come.
Enhanced droughts, floods, heat waves and air pollution are wreaking havoc in many parts of the world. Years of drought on the Canadian prairie are devastating famers, while floods in Europe in summer 2002 were the largest in centuries. As climate change progresses, extreme events such as these will become far more common.
Climate change is caused by the emission of greenhouse gases, most of which are generated by burning fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas) and deforestation. Industrialized nations have produced almost all of the greenhouse gases now present in the atmosphere during the past two centuries, and their emissions continue to grow.
It is possible to stabilize the climate by acting now to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The Kyoto Protocol defines emission reduction targets and flexibility mechanisms by which the targets can be met. It is the only such document available to the international community and represents five years of negotiations.
Solutions to climate change include measures to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, such as more fuel efficient cars, better public transportation and building upgrades. These will create thousands of jobs in the hi-tech and construction industries as we shift to a cleaner energy future. Economic analysis done by Ottawa and the provinces in May showed that with Kyoto the Alberta economy would continue to grow rapidly including the oil and gas sector.
Now that Canada has decided to ratify Kyoto, it's time to conclude discussions on how to meet the target and begin the transition to a low emissions future.
Phil Fontaine is the new National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations
July 17, 2003 - 5:43am | by AnonymousLast evening in Edmonton, Phil Fontaine was sworn in as the new National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations after winning 60.9% of the Chiefs' votes (338 of 555 votes).
Click here to see the announcement providing the official results as presented on the AFN web site.
Indian Telecommunications Initiatives - an international call-in radio program
July 16, 2003 - 12:19pm | by AnonymousKeewaytinook Okimakanak staff participated in an international Aboriginal radio call-in show addressing the opportunities and issues for Aboriginal telecommunication development across North America.
Wednesday, July 16 - Indian Telecommunications Initiatives:
In an age of global communications via satellite, one would expect to be in immediate touch with the rest of the world. Nowadays, just about everyone has a cell phone. However, there still remains a notable discrepancy in the telecommunications services on reservations and in rural areas. A workshop, sponsored by the Federal Communications Commission’s Indian Telecommunications Initiative program and the Washoe tribe, wants to bring tribal leaders together to begin to address some of the telecommunications issues facing Indian Country. Can you hear me now? Guests include Geoffrey Blackwell of Muscogee Creek and FCC Intergovernmental Affairs, Brian Beaton, Project Leader, Kuh-ke-nah Smart First Nations project.
Native America Calling is a live call-in program, linking public radio stations, the Internet and listeners together into a thought-provoking national conversation about issues specific to Native communities. Each program engages noted guests and experts with callers throughout the United States and is designed to improve the quality of life for Native Americans. Native America Calling is heard on more than 60 stations in the United States and in Canada by more than 37,000 Native listeners each week.
NAN Youth Awards 2003
July 15, 2003 - 6:41pm | by AnonymousKO Smart Team Partners with GTONS to produce Broadband Video
July 14, 2003 - 6:20am | by AnonymousThe team from Gold Trail Open Network Society in British Columbia is coming to visit Sioux Lookout, Poplar Hill, North Spirit Lake and Balmertown this week. They plan to videotape a series of interviews and community scenes that show the impact that the Internet is having on daily life in rural communities, both in Ontario and British Columbia.
They are producing a video documenting the process involved in establishing high speed connectivity in rural communities. By showing the work done by K-Net and Gold Trail Open Network Society, they hope that this video will assist others to establish broadband connectivity in their own regions.
The team includes Quinn Savage, the videographer, John Savage, the Gold Trail Open Network facilitator and Sandy McElroy who is overseeing the development of online craft level training modules for the development of local connectivity. Les Meekis and Dan Pellerin will be the tour guides.
NOTE: In March 2003, Sandy first visited K-Net (see the news story) to discuss training and partnership opportunities. He shared some a powerpoint presentation about the GTONS that is available on-line (Click Here).
First Nations SchoolNet RMOs Plan Collaborative Initiatives
July 13, 2003 - 9:24am | by AnonymousOn July 9, five of the six Regional Management Organizations (RMO) with Industry Canada's First Nations SchoolNet program met over their IP video conferencing network to discuss various collaborative initiatives. Check out the pictures of the meeting using the new network bridge.
In anticipation of some additional opportunities to develop and support a variety of additional services and on-line applications, each of the RMO shared their ideas and recommendations. Each team agreed to take on different tasks to ensure all the First Nation schools across Canada are able to benefit and participate in these innovative initiatives.
1st Annual "Celebrating Our Heritage" Golf Tournament
July 13, 2003 - 9:24am | by Anonymous1st Annual "Celebrating Our Heritage" Fundraising Golf Tournament
Date: August 30, 2003 from 3:00pm-6:00pm
Location: Centennial Golf Course (320 Thompson Rd), Thunder Bay
Entry Fee: $50.00 includes green fees and prizes
"9 hole, 4 Person Best Ball", Everyone is welcomed to participate
Name:
Address:
Phone:
Organization:
Golf ability: Beginner, Intermediate, Advance(handicap)
Teams will be selected on ability; call if you would like to golf with your special someone.
Mail registration and entry fee to:
Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Education and Training Institute
107 Johnson Ave., Thunder Bay, ON P7B 2V9
Phone: (807) 346-2770, 1-866-636-7454
Fax: (807) 345-2924
Amoung other courses, Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Education and Training Institute offers courses such as Native Language, Syllabic Writing, Dreamcatchers, Storytelling, Beadwork and a NAN History course. These courses are taught so we may keep our culture and tradition alive. Proceeds from the tournament will be used for the future development and delivery of this unique series. As a charitable, not-for-profit organization, we welcome in-kind or monetary contributions to support our current and future activities.
If further information is required or you would like to register, please contact Wes O'Connor directly at 807-346-2773, e-mail, woconnor@oshki.ca or visit our website, www.oshki.ca.
Wawatay News' July 10 issue has two more stories about K-Net's work in the north
July 10, 2003 - 6:26am | by AnonymousThe July 10 issue of Wawatay News contains two more news stories about the work being completed within the Kuh-ke-nah Network of Smart First Nations demonstration project.
This week's issue of the Kuh-ke-nah page in Wawatay News include the following articles:
- IP telephones improving First Nation communication - Slate Falls First Nation employees are now able to have telephones on their desks instead of having to share the single public pay phone. Community members share their stories and plans for the use of community-own IP telephony systems operating on their community broadband network.
- Telework a reality for K-Net communities & employees - Darlene Rae and other K-Net staff share their experiences about being able to be connected to their offices and work from wherever they are able to find a high speed Internet service.
- K-Net Showcase - contains photos from the North Spirit Lake First Nation portal (http://nsl.firstnation.ca)
Rick Garrick is researching additional stories for future articles. If you have a story that you want to share about this project and the work that is happening in your community to get connected, please send us an e-mail.
Various newspaper articles are being scanned and stored for reference purposes in this photo gallery.
Wasaya Airways and Bearskin Airlines Traditional signing ceremony live webcast
July 8, 2003 - 7:24pm | by Anonymous