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CHILD WELFARE CUTS HURTING NAN FIRST NATIONS

THUNDER BAY, ON, October 21, 2009: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Deputy Grand Chief Terry Waboose is concerned that a child welfare agency in NAN territory may have to close, as funding cuts by the Ontario Ministry of Children and Youth Services are already being felt in NAN First Nation communities.

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NAN STATEMENT ON PASSING OF MINING ACT AMENDMENT

THUNDER BAY, ON, October 22, 2009: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Stan Beardy today acknowledged the Government of Ontario’s efforts to address First Nations concerns through the Mining Act amendment bill passed by the legislature Wednesday, but remains adamant that NAN First Nations must have the right to decide on mining activity in NAN territory.

From the Growth Plan for Northern Ontario web site

Developing a Growth Plan for Northern Ontario

On October 23, 2009 the Province of Ontario released a Proposed Growth Plan
for Northern Ontario.

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A Communiqué from National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo

October 2009

The Assembly of First Nations issues regular updates on the National Chief’s activities and work underway at the national office. More information can be found on the AFN’s website at www.afn.ca

The following teaching position(s) are available effective immediately.

SECONDARY OCCASIONAL TEACHERS TO TEACH NATIVE LANGUAGES: OJIBWE/OJIBWAY TO HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AT LAKEHEAD PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ FOUR HIGH SCHOOLS.

OCCASIONAL CONTINUING EDUCATION TEACHERS TO TEACH NATIVE LANGUAGES: OJIBWE/OJIBWAY TO ADULTS AT LAKEHEAD PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ ADULT EDUCATION CENTRE.

 All are welcome to join host DFC High School and Presenter Wally Bannon (NADF) to discuss Youth Entrepreneurship. This workshop will engage youth by providing examples and realities of what entrepreneurship means in terms of time, commitment, and resources.

NADF offers support and advisory for youth to develop their business ideas. 

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