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CERTIFIED TEACHERS

If you are interested in becoming a K to 6 qualified teacher, why not consider the Sioux Lookout District Native Teacher Education Program? Successful completion of this two-year on-the-job program will guarantee you a career, acceptance into the Ontario College of Teachers, and a chance to become an important role model for the children in your community.

Admission requirements

Grade 12 OR

Academic preparation equivalent to Grade 12 (For example, completion of a post-secondary program such as the Native Classroom Assistant Program, Native Language Instructor’s Program, Tutor Escort Program, or the Social Counsellor Program)

Applicants who achieve scores of 12.9 or higher in Math and Language on the Canadian Adult Achievement Test (CAAT) are also encouraged to apply.

experience working with children in your community (full-time or volunteer)

native language skills (Oji-Cree, Ojibway, or Cree)

Don’t delay! A teaching career waits for you in your community.

Application deadline - April 11th

Do you have questions about the Native Teacher Education Program?

Call Brian (NTEP Coordinator) toll free at 1-877-636-0667, extension 25.

Keewaytinook Okimakanak hosted the Minister of Indian and Northern Affairs Canada, the Honourable Robert Nault and other community leaders on Friday March 7 in our Balmertown office. Minister Nault delivered a national announcement (see news release) detailing the creation of a water treatment plant operator training program.

The event was chaired by Geordi Kakepetum, Executive Director of Keewaytinook Okimakanak and linked with other First Nation sites from Northwestern Ontario via video conference over the Kuh-ke-nah Broadband Network (K-Net). The video conference session was webcast live from K-Net with the on-line audience being able to provide instant feedback using the live chat window and the discussion forum available below for this event.

Pictures from the event are available on-line. The archive of the highlights from the webcast will be posted as they become available.

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Media Advisory

EVENT:   Infrastructure Training Announcement
WHERE:   Keewaytinook Okimakanak Sub-office
                 127 Mine Road, Balmertown, Ontario
WHO:       The Honourable Robert D. Nault, PC, MP
                 Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development
WHEN:    Friday, March 7, 2003, 12:30 p.m.

The Honourable Robert D. Nault, PC, MP will announce a major investment in support of training of First Nation water treatment plant operators.

Contact:
Tony Prudori
Communications Officer
DIAND Ontario Region
TEL: (807) 624-1535

Wild Country will now be offering email service to our valued customers.. you can reach us at wcountry@nwconx.net .... we also have available during the hours of 8:30 am to 5:00 pm instant messaging for those not able to get through the phone lines.. we are wildcountryair@msn.com .. hope to hear from you soon... thank you

Grades 7 & 8 students from Wasaho School connected with the South Poke Elementary school in Old Fort, Tennessee and with Audubon Elementary in Milwaukee, Wisconsin through Video Conference at the Fort Severn E-Centre on Friday February 28, 2003. These meetings were done with members of the Polar Husky sled dog expedition that is travelling along the Hudson Bay coast.

They exchanged information from food, games, animals, sports and travel.

Check out the photos

Well people,  we are having our Annual Men's Hockey Tournament in Sandy Lake for April 23, 24, 25 & 26, 2003. All Cash Prizes are guaranteed, so you can take your money to the bank. Things worked out great at our last tournament, so let's see all the players coming to catch the big prize ... remember it is guaranteed!!

So all the hockey players are welcomed to participate. Hope to see you there. Everyone is Welcomed!!

Sandy Lake Men's 2nd Annual Invitational Hockey Tournament

April 23, 24, 25, & 26, 2003

Entry Fee: $ 1, 000.00

Cash Prizes Guaranteed
Championship : $10, 000.00
Finalist : $ 5, 000.00
Consolation : $ 3, 000.00
Runners Up : $ 1, 000.00

TEAM and PLAYER RULES:
1.  No Imports
2.  Open Ice Contact
3.  12 Team Format A & B Pool Round Robin
4.  Certified Referees Will Be Provided
5.  20 Player Limit On Roster
6.  Must Have Consent Form If Under17 Yrs
7.  Must Have 50% Deposit By April 10/03 To Secure Spot
8.  Rules & Regulation Will Be Given Out Upon Arrival
9.  Individual Awards (cash prizes) & Medallions
10.Bring Your Own Sleeping Bags
11.Accommodations Will Be Provided

For More Information Call  Sandy Lake Recreation Office:   807-774-5445 or 807-774-1076

Keewaytinook Okimakanak set up an information and display booth at the Nishnawbe Aski Nation Chiefs' conference (http://www.nan.on.ca) at the Travelodge (Airlane) Hotel in Thunder Bay. Members of the KO Smart team shared stories and information about the work that is taking place as part of the Kuh-ke-nah Network of Smart First Nations Demonstration Project.

As well, we webcast different parts of the NAN Chiefs' meeting on the internet over the three days. Everyone was welcomed to join the Chiefs' Meeting along with some special meetings that we hosted over the three days with different guests. Check out http://smart.firstnation.ca to see what happened at the Airlane Hotel during this event. Everyone was invited to actively participate in this on-line event from wherever they had access to the internet.

Pictures from the different meetings and happenings show the following:

• the Community Access Program Workshop (Valhalla Inn);
• the Matawa FN Management Broadband Business Planning Session (Matawa office complex);
• the KO information booth at the NAN Chiefs' meeting (Airlane Hotel);
• meeting with Industry Canada CAP Director and Ontario Region Director (Airlane Hotel);
• KO Chiefs' meeting (Valhalla Inn);
• NAN Youth Council video conference session with KO First Nation youth (Airlane Hotel);
• Grand Chief Matthew Coon Come presentation to NAN youth (Airlane Hotel);
• Tour of Fort William First Nation KiHS classroom;
• Video conference meeting with Industry Canada Director General of IHAB, Office of Learning Technology, NAN and KO FN e-centres.

Several other meetings took place throughout the week. KO staff met with Bell Canada reps, Ministry of Education rep, Superior Wireless, Expertech, FedNor, different First Nation community leaders and Lakehead University.

The NAN Chiefs in Assembly passed Resolution 03/49: SUPPORT FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE NAN BROADBAND REGIONAL NETWORK FOR FIRST NATIONS which among other things directs government programs and services along with other agencies to utilize local community networks.

Others from across Canada were invited to join the live chat session about the meetings and the on-line discussion forum available for their thoughts and comments. We demonstrated and highlighted how broadband connectivity and broadband applications are positively affecting the Keewaytinook Okimakanak First Nations.

Everyone's support and involvement was welcomed. Be sure to check out the other events that are now archived at the same web site. Leave your comments and ideas about these events and the information available so we can continue to develop this on-line virtual conference resource. Watch for the upcoming on-line events that we will be webcasting. Share this on-line resource with others who might appreciate learning about these opportunities and information.

Thanks for your continued support and interest in our work ...

We are currently looking for a Grade 2 teacher to start as soon as possible, salary based on experience.  If you want to know more information please contact the persons mentioned below.  Please send your resume to :  

Lydia Lois Beardy Memorial School
Box 108
Wunnumin Lake, ON
P0V 2Z0

Ph: (807) 442-2575   Fax: (807) 442-2640
Attention:  Mary Angees, Principal, 
              or
Heather Mathews, Education Director 
Ph: (807) 442-2559/2555/2565   Fax: (807) 442-2627

Big Trout Lake recently held a Men's Hockey Tournament from February 11 to 15 , 2003 at the KI arena. There were 9 hockey teams participating. There were lots of good hockey action during the 5 days and lots cheering from the fans.

Kasabonika Flames won the Consolation game over Weagamow Lake in overtime with the final score of 5-4.

Bearskin Lake Mavericks won the Champoinship game over Sandy Lake River Hawks with the final score of 5-0.

Overall the tournament went well. Hopefully we'll be there again next year!!

Tikinagan Child and Family Services
New Hire/Trainee - Red Lake, Ontario

POSITION SUMMARY

The contract position of New Hire/Trainee is responsible for participating in the New Workers Training Program delivered by Tikinagan Child and Family Services as sanctioned by the Ontario Association of Children's Aid Societies. The Trainee will be assigned to red Lake Tikinagan Unit and will be given pre-course reading material and field assignment activities appropriate to training topics with purpose being to enhance learning throughout the training.

All New Hire/Trainees must graduate from the New Workers Training Program in order to become an authorized frontline worker winthin the agency. Once aurthorized, the Trainee may be recruited in Child Protection Services within in the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post secondary education or experience in social services is an asset.
• Fluency in Ojibway or Oji-Cree preferred; English is essential
• Commitment to Tikinagan's vision, goals and principles
• Empathy toward children and their families
• Experience and understanding of Native cultural issues and of the geographic realities and social conditions within northern remote Native communities
• No open child welfare files; not a foster parent
• Commitment to working with community members
• Respected member in the community
• Good communications skills, verbal and written
• Problem solving and decision making skills
• Professional integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Possessing a valid Ontario driver's license is preferred
• Must provide and pass a criminal record check prior to employment
• Be willing and able to travel
• Computer training and experience an asset

SUBMIT AN UPDATED RESUME AND A COVERING LETTER TO:

The Hiring Committee
Tikinagan Child and Family Services
P.O. Box 627, 65 King Street
Sioux Lookout, Ontario
P8T 1B1

CLOSING DATE:           February 28, 2003

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 19, 2003

Mushkegowuk Chiefs Offer Support to Grassy Narrows First Nation

(MOOSE FACTORY, ON) In response to a call for action, the Mushkegowuk Chiefs are eager to show support to Grassy Narrows First Nation on issues related to forestry. The Chiefs vow to continue supporting the blockades by the First Nations in Aroland, Ginoogaming and Hornepayne along with members of Constance Lake.

Grand Chief Ernest Beck said, "We must show the Ontario government that we are serious about Aboriginal and Treaty Rights and the government’s unwillingness to discuss these issues is intolerable."

This is another example of the Ontario government’s lack of consideration and support for First Nations initiatives. A private member’s bill, supported by the Mushkegowuk Council, was presented to parliament in December on revenue sharing and was defeated by the Conservative government. The Mushkegowuk Chiefs urge all First Nations to support the Grassy Narrows First Nation. Deputy Grand Chief Mike Carpenter said, "It is obvious that the Ontario government is not willing to work with us. We have no choice but to band together as First Nation people and support one another’s causes."

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For further inquiries, please call Grand Chief Ernest Beck at 705-658-4222.