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Story Topic: Governance

Education topics relevant to governance

Tłı̨chǫ Community Service Agency

Posted on January 10, 2019 by Justina Black

The Tłı̨chǫ Community Services Agency delivers child and family services, education and health programs and services in the four NWT communities of Behchokǫ̀, Gamètì, Whatì and Wekweètì. For all general enquiries please contact the regional headquarters of the Agency in Behchokǫ̀.

The Tłı̨chǫ Community Services Agency delivers child and family services, education and health programs and services in the four NWT communities of Behchokǫ̀, Gamètì, Whatì and Wekweètì. For all general enquiries please contact the regional headquarters of the Agency in Behchokǫ̀.

Indigenous Teachings in Higher Education (Trent University) – Rotinonhsión:ni/Hodinohso:ni

Posted on December 21, 2018 by Marisol Campos Navarrete

Skahendowaneh teaches components of Trent University’s Ph.D. program and Indigenous Studies undergraduate program in the areas of Indigenous Knowledge, Iroquoian culture and language.  

Skahendowaneh (pronounced ska-hen-DOE-wan-ay) Swamp is a highly respected Mohawk (Wolf Clan) Faith-keeper from Akwesasne. He is Trent University’s inaugural Chair of Indigenous Knowledge, a position that is the first academic chair of its kind in Canada and all of North America to be awarded to an Indigenous Elder or traditional person. He is actively involved in research and in transmitting Indigenous knowledge to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as to departmental and university colleagues. In addition, as Chair, Mr. Swamp is involved in several cultural facets of the Indigenous Studies program and the wider community.

Who wants to be a millionaire?

Posted on December 14, 2018 by Richard Stecenko

The members of Peguis First Nation are millionaires.

The Peguis Surrender Claim Trust and members of Peguis First Nations are involved in mutual learning. The members are responsible for financial decisions to preserve the trust funds for future generations. To do that the Trust informs them about the history of the claim, financial management, and Anishinaabe culture. At the same time the Trustees learn about the needs, ambitions, and values of the members. Together they plan for the future. High school students are encouraged to learn about accounting, banking, and management so that they will in their time be sound fiscal managers of the funds.

The community has at this time $185 million ($135 million in the Trust and $50 million in TLE). The members of Peguis First Nation are millionaires; it’s their money. Sharon Stevenson, trust manager, says, “It’s your responsibility. It’s your money. You have know how to handle it. You have to know how manage it. And you have know what you’re going to do with it.”

CHEKOA NĮ HTŁ’ÈKǪ ̨̀ DEÈ: Dechinta Kids U

Posted on November 29, 2018 by Jiah Dzentu

Dechinta’s model of program delivery is innovative and responsive to the needs of diverse learners. We offer a setting where families can learn together through our Chekoa Nı̨ htł’èkǫ ̨̀ Deè (KidsU) program where children are invited to attend semesters with their parent(s) and learn on the land. This has become one of the most […]

Dechinta’s model of program delivery is innovative and responsive to the needs of diverse learners. We offer a setting where families can learn together through our Chekoa Nı̨ htł’èkǫ ̨̀ Deè (KidsU) program where children are invited to attend semesters with their parent(s) and learn on the land. This has become one of the most vital components of our Dechinta model as many students, particularly single mothers, opt to bring their children with them, thus providing a platform for strengthening family bonds.

Dene Nahjo Urban Hide Tanning

Posted on November 15, 2018 by Jiah Dzentu

Urban Hide Tanning in Somba K’e

Dene Nahjo’s Annual Urban Hide Tanning Camp is a reclamation of urbanized space in the heart of Somba K’e. They host a two week long camp in Somba K’e park, where guests are invited to witness or participate in hide tanning. There are Elders and experienced hide tanners available to mentor learners and share stories. Thousands of people have passed through Dene Nahjo’s Urban Hide Tanning Camp, including many students and hide tanning learners. This camp is an Indigenous safe space for us, as Indigenous people, to learn, have fun, make mistakes, make relationships and be vulnerable.

Tahltan Language Revitalization

Posted on November 14, 2018 by Wyatt Creyke

Community focused & collaborative approach to revitalize the Tahltan Language.

Community focused & collaborative approach to revitalize the Tahltan Language.

Community Education Programs at Regina Treaty Status Indian Services (RTSIS)

Posted on June 17, 2018 by Yvonne Benjoe

Erica Beaudin has been the Executive Director of the Regina Treaty Status Indian Services since 2007 and she discusses the importance of the organization’s community education programs.

The Regina Treaty Status Indian Services (RTSIS) is an organization owned by the Touchwood Agency Tribal Council and the File Hills-Qu’Appelle Tribal Council. RTSIS is the only Indigenous owned services agency providing services for Urban First Nations and First Nations transitioning to and from reserve. RTSIS is committed to honouring the Treaty and inherent rights of Indigenous people in Treaty Four territory by offering a variety of programs and training opportunities which support each nation’s language, culture, and identity. Specifically, their community based education programs include: the Red Feather Youth Integration Program, which supports youth transitioning from the criminal justice system and reintegrating into society; the Treaty Four Education Centre offers adult education with individualized learning plans based on interests and abilities; and the Indian Residential School Resolution Health Support Program addresses emotional health and wellness through both front-line services as well as through workshops on suicide prevention, parenting skills, intergenerational addictions, etc. For more information about RTSIS and their programs please visit http://fhqtc.com/rtsis/.

Métis Rights and Sites Application

Posted on April 2, 2018 by Terry Massey

Teresa Byrne describes the Métis mobile application being developed by The Louis Riel Institute.

The Louis Riel Institute is creating a mobile application to inform it’s users about different Métis historical sites around Manitoba, as well as, Métis-specific rights and history.