Community News
Fort Severn First Nation’s broadband leadership gains recognition with 2 new published papers
February 7, 2012 - 4:49am | by brianbeatonVideocom press release
Fort Severn First Nation’s Broadband Leadership Gains Recognition
Two research papers from Fort Severn First Nation are published this month. The story of the community’s leadership with broadband technologies is being shared with many Canadian and international researchers and policy-makers.
$1 million Let's Talk fund for community organizations supporting mental health care and access
February 6, 2012 - 9:48pm | by brianbeatonBell press release
Introducing the Bell Let’s Talk Community Fund for 2012
$1 million fund for community organizations supporting mental health care and access
Iskatewizaagegan First Nation challenging government to protect traditional lands and resources
February 5, 2012 - 11:02pm | by brianbeaton
From the Kenora Daily Miner and News
Showdown in Shoal Lake - Minister hopeful talks will point the way to resolve issues
Posted February 3, 2012 - Jon Thompson
When her staff leaves Iskatewizaagegan First Nation (Shoal Lake 39) after Friday’s meetings, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs Kathleen Wynne hopes compasses are aligned toward a common future.
OSHKI receives funding to deliver Learning 2 Mine project with 100 First Nation youth
February 4, 2012 - 10:47pm | by brianbeaton
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada press release
Government of Canada Helps Aboriginal Youth Develop Job Skills
THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 4, 2012) - A Government of Canada investment will help 100 Aboriginal youth in Thunder Bay get the training and skills development they need to find and keep good jobs.
Canadian telecom funded report conflicts with international report about broadband in Canada
February 4, 2012 - 10:39pm | by brianbeaton
from Financial Post
Canadian Internet speeds among world’s fastest: report
Jameson Berkow Feb 1, 2012
At 74%, Canada has the highest broadband penetration rate in the G7, the report said, significantly ahead of the United Kingdom (69.2%) and France (69%).
Canadians enjoy among the fastest, most widely available and least expensive broadband Internet in the developed world, says a report to be released Thursday.
Mobile data services with roaming makes for an expensive experience for family
February 4, 2012 - 9:36pm | by brianbeaton
from CBC.CA
Vacationing family hit with $10,000 movie bill - An understanding SaskTel agrees to reduce the charge to about $1,000
Feb 2, 2012
A Saskatchewan family that used a mobile internet service while vacationing was shocked to learn it was facing a bill of more than $10,000 associated with watching a few movies.
John Gibson, from Weyburn, recently took his family to Phoenix, Arizona.
Call for Equitable and Sustainable Funding for First Nations in Canada made to United Nations
February 2, 2012 - 10:40pm | by brianbeatonAFN press release
Assembly of First Nations National Chief Supports International Call for Equitable and Sustainable Funding for First Nations in Canada
NAN receives funding from FedNor to host First Nations Energy Conference in Thunder Bay
January 31, 2012 - 11:08pm | by brianbeatonFednor press release
Government of Canada investment supports First Nation economic development
Thunder Bay, Ontario, January 31, 2012 — The Honourable Tony Clement, Minister for FedNor, today announced a Government of Canada investment of $142,400 to encourage business development and strengthen the economy of Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) communities. The funding will be used to support NAN's three-day Energy Planning Conference taking place in Thunder Bay this week.
Youth group provides Long Lake 58 First Nation with alternatives to drug abuse
January 30, 2012 - 10:26pm | by brianbeaton
Fire at Mishkeegogamang First Nation highlights lack of fire fighting equipment
January 30, 2012 - 10:14pm | by brianbeaton
Mishkeegogamang fire razes children's centre
Jan 30, 2012
Mishkeegogamang First Nation is located in northwestern Ontario, around the area where the Albany River meets Lake St. Joseph. More than 900 people live on its two reserves.
A weekend fire on the Mishkeegogamang First Nation has destroyed a community resource for children.
