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 sectors.
https://indspire.ca/about/press-room/lambton-college-and-indspire-partner-to-expand-indigenous-access/

Near North District School Board announces Francis Pegahmagabow Elementary School as official name for new Parry Sound K-6 school
August 22, 2026
The Near North District School Board (NNDSB) is honoured to announce that the official name of the new Parry Sound K-6 school will be Francis Pegahmagabow Elementary School.
https://anishinabeknews.ca/2026/08/near-north-district-school-board-announces-francis-pegahmagabow-elementary-school-as-official-name-for-new-parry-sound-k-6-school/

First Nation leaders, educators in northwestern Ontario remember Norma Kejick
August 25, 2026
Condolences have been pouring in on social media following the death of Norma Kejick over the weekend, who is being remembered as a lifelong advocate for First Nations youth in northwestern Ontario.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/remembering-norma-kejick-9.7318933

The WAMPUM Mobile Lab hits the road
August 25, 2026
A newly retrofitted mobile research lab is set to bring Indigenous-led science directly into communities, creating new opportunities for environmental research, education and engagement.
https://www.educationnewscanada.com/article/education/level/university/1/1214987/the-wampum-mobile-lab-hits-the-road.html