August 14, 2019
Kristen Longdo says all students need to learn about Indigenous history
‘It’s time’ for major reform in N.W.T.’s school system, says education minister
August 14, 2019
Caroline Cochrane says major changes needed, but they’ll have to come after fall election
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/nwt-education-system-reform-caroline-cochrane-1.5246220
Kids in Kash could be in new school by October
August 13, 2019
Construction of a modular school to replace mouldy, dilapidated portables is currently underway.
https://www.timminspress.com/news/local-news/kids-in-kash-could-be-in-new-school-by-october
The future of the public library is under attack
August 13, 2019
Imagine a place where you can sit, read, eat, write, learn or create — all without having to pay $6 for a latte or a flaky pastry, or without feeling guilty for camping out in a coffee shop for an afternoon.
http://rabble.ca/news/2019/08/future-public-library-under-attack
Bob Nault Announces New School in Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug
August 13, 2019
Bob Nault, Member of Parliament (Kenora riding), joined by Chief Donny Morris and residents of Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug (KI) First Nation, announced a Government of Canada investment to build a new school in the First Nation community.
Revitalizing Indigenous Languages Through Multimedia Programming
August 13, 2019
The Honourable Robert Nault, Member of Parliament (Kenora), today announced $133,886 in funding for a Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug First Nation digital documentary series. He made the announcement on behalf of the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism.
http://nationtalk.ca/story/revitalizing-indigenous-languages-through-multimedia-programming
Annual Wabun Youth Gathering teaches tradition
August 13, 2019
The Junior Week of the Wabun Youth Gathering featured traditional teaching, fun and games. Pictured are the participants, organizers, facilitators and volunteers at the Anishinabe Spiritual Center during the event which ran from July 22 to August 2.
http://www.wawataynews.ca/community/annual-wabun-youth-gathering-teaches-tradition