Lambton College and Indspire Partner to Expand Indigenous Access to Water and Wastewater Treatment Careers August 18, 2026 Lambton College and Indspire have announced an important new partnership that will enhance access to water and wastewater treatment training for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students preparing for careers in one of Ontario’s most essential workforce
Help in Hand initiative brings mental health support to students in northwestern Ontario August 11, 2026 Lakehead University researchers launched the Help in Hand initiative in partnership with community mental health agencies and School Mental Health Ontario to support youth mental health in northwestern Ontario on July 29 in Thunder Bay. https://anishinabeknews.ca/2026/08/help-in-hand-initiative-brings-mental-health-support-to-students-in-northwestern-ontario/ Wiikwemkoong Unceded
Anishinaabemowin teacher recognized by TikTok Canada July 20, 2026 When Nathalie Wajashk-Restoule discovered that there weren’t enough children’s books in Anishinaabemowin that she could give to her young students, she decided to write her own. https://anishinabeknews.ca/2026/07/anishinaabemowin-teacher-recognized-by-tiktok-canada/ Kenjgewin Teg marks historic graduation, celebrating largest class to date July 25, 2026 Kenjgewin Teg proudly celebrated
Fanshawe, Caldwell First Nation sign agreement to support adult learners July 15, 2026 Caldwell First Nation has signed agreements with Fanshawe College and the Greater Essex County District School Board to support education for its members. https://academica.ca/indigenous/fanshawe-caldwell-first-nation-sign-agreement-to-support-adult-learners/ NPSC budget for 2026–27 includes supports for Indigenous staff, Canadore partnership July 15, 2026 The Nipissing-Parry
The Chiefs of Ontario Education Sector invites submissions for interactive workshops for the 2026 Education, Languages and Special Education Forum, taking place November 3–5, 2026, in Thunder Bay. We are seeking innovative, engaging workshop proposals that highlight effective strategies, promising practices, and demonstrated successes that positively impact First Nations students, families, Education Authorities, and
The Chiefs of Ontario Education Sector are hosting the 2026 Education, Languages and Special Education Forum, taking place November 3–5, 2026, at the Valhalla Inn and Conference Centre in Thunder Bay. This year’s theme, “Learning Across All Stages of Life”, reflects a holistic First Nations understanding of learning as a lifelong, interconnected journey rooted in
COO is seeking to gather success stories from communities to highlight the positive impact of adult education programs and the time-limited investment. We are inviting you to submit your success stories by clicking the link below. These stories can include new or expanded programs, or individual learner achievements (no names required). Your contributions will strengthen
Canada now approves far fewer Jordan’s Principle education requests in Ontario, tribunal hears January 9, 2026 The federal government has drastically cut funding for First Nations kids in Ontario seeking educational support under Jordan’s Principle — from $122.1 million to just $1.2 million over the same time periods in 2024 versus 2025 — a tribunal
The Chiefs of Ontario Education Sector is pleased to invite you to the upcoming Post-Secondary Education Forum, taking place in Toronto on February 5, 2026. This one-day event will bring together post-secondary education technicians, Education Directors, coordinators, and Indigenous Institutes to share information and resources related to First Nations post-secondary education. Registration link: https://coo.smudging.ca:8443/Meeting/Register/46e75701-1fa7-4563-b1fa-36ef05c6ae35 A
Trent, Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board pilot dual credit program October 22, 2025 Trent University and the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board are piloting a dual-credit program that allows high school students to earn an Indigenous Studies credit while completing their Ontario Secondary School Diploma. https://academica.ca/indigenous/trent-hastings-and-prince-edward-district-school-board-pilot-dual-credit-program/ Postsecondary schools open
