September 24, 2019
While the centre will provide educational resources that are lacking on Manitoulin, it will also help to ensure that, when it comes to doing research on Indigenous peoples going forward, “no more research about us, without us,” said Ms. Roy. “We will play an integral role in research in the North.”
Laurentian researchers to study effects of climate change on permafrost
September 23, 2019
After more than two years of hard work, climate researchers at Laurentian University say they are thrilled to announce their network has been awarded a multi-million dollar grant from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada.
From wanting to blend in to standing out: Indigenous scholar at UWindsor’s presence is making a difference
September 23, 2019
‘I already felt like I was different than everyone else’
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/windsor/indigenous-scholars-uwindsor-onawa-labelle-1.5293644
Cindy Blackstock, Monique Gray Smith win Indigenous Literature Awards
September 23, 2019
Cindy Blackstock and Monique Gray Smith have won Periodical Marketers of Canada Indigenous Literature Awards.
https://quillandquire.com/omni/cindy-blackstock-monique-gray-smith-win-indigenous-literature-awards/
Ojibwe student takes unique approach to learning his language
September 23, 2019
A 19 year old Ojibwe student from the Peguis First Nation is taking a new spin on learning his language.
https://aptnnews.ca/2019/09/23/ojibwe-student-takes-unique-approach-to-learning-his-language/
Celebrate with First Nations Public Libraries Sept. 29 – Oct. 5
September 19, 2019
The 19th annual First Nations Public Library Week will take place in First Nation communities and libraries throughout the province from September 29 – October 5, 2019.
http://anishinabeknews.ca/2019/09/19/celebrate-with-first-nations-public-libraries-sept-29-oct-5/
Indigenous high schoolers to explore world of business with new Grenfell Campus program
September 23, 2019
Program started at Cape Breton University debuts in Corner Brook in November
Provincial announcement means Sheshegwaning family can have child attend off-reserve school
September 20, 2019
An announcement made by the provincial government earlier this week may help a Sheshegwaning woman who was lobbying to have her grandson attend an off-reserve elementary school (Charles C. McLean Public School in Gore Bay).
Cutting red tape for First Nation students
September 19, 2019
The provincial government and is taking steps to address a lower graduation rate for First Nation students.
https://www.drydennow.com/local/cutting-red-tape-for-first-nation-students
Three Confederation College Alumni to Receive President’s Awards in Recognition of Remarkable Achievement
September 20, 2019
Confederation College is honouring three alumni for their remarkable achievements by presenting each of them with a President’s Award. Al Bourbouhakis, Melissa Hardy-Giles and Thomas McDonald were acknowledged at the 24th Annual Community Partners’ Evening Thursday, September 19.
Maskwacis celebrates new chapter with grand opening of first public library
September 20, 2019
‘Everyone that seems to utilize it has nothing but good things to say about it’
M’Chigeeng First Nation expands Ngwaaganak Program
September 18, 2019
Lakeview school is expanding their Anishinaabemowin Immersion Program.
http://anishinabeknews.ca/2019/09/18/mchigeeng-first-nation-expands-ngwaaganak-program/
Updates on restoration at former Mohawk Institute residential school
September 18, 2019
Restoration work at the former Mohawk Institute residential school is nearing completion and officials with the Woodland Cultural Centre presented details at Six Nations General Council on Tuesday.
Hanover School Division’s Indigenous Day only the beginning of learning for students
September 18, 2019
Knowledge of Indigenous cultures needs to ‘percolate,’ says teacher, to further reconciliation, understanding
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/indigenous-day-kleefeld-1.5289059
