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SUMMARY:Nishnawbe Aski Nation's 41st  Keewaywin Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us live for day one of NAN’s 41st Keewaywin Conference: Live Stream \n\n\n\nAgenda: 41st Keewaywin Conference Agenda 2023 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPlease be advised that the 41st Annual Keewaywin Conference has been confirmed for August 15\, 16 & 17\, 2023.  \n\n\n\nThis conference will take place at the Victoria Inn Hotel and Convention Centre. \n\n\n\nThe by-election for the position of Grand Chief of Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) has been called for August 16\, 2023 during the 2023 Keewaywin Conference. \n\n\n\nCONFIRMATIONS/REGISTRATION Registration is now open Chiefs/Proxies are asked to complete a registration form to confirm his/her attendance on the link provided here: 41st Keewaywin Conference  \n\n\n\nPROXIES If you are unable to attend\, a proxy may be sent. Proxy notice must be sent in advance on your first nation letterhead and signed by the Chief and Council or a quorum of the Council. This letter will ensure that the proxy has full conference privileges to act on your behalf. The designated proxy should bring the original letter to the meeting. A sample proxy letter is attached. Please send proxy letters to the attention of Grace Winter via email gwinter@nan.ca or by fax (807)623-7730.  \n\n\n\nTRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Travel will be covered for Chiefs/Proxies. Travel days are Monday August 14\, 2023 and Friday August 18\, 2023. Air travel will be booked by NAN staff or for the use of a personal vehicle; mileage will be covered and based on the NAN rate. As required by NAN Chiefs Finance Committee\, the most economical arrangements will be made to keep the overall costs to a minimum. \n\n\n\nACCOMMODATIONS Accommodations for the Chiefs/Proxies\, Elders\, Women & Youth Councils will be booked by NAN Staff. NAN ELDERS\, NAN  \n\n\n\nWOMEN’S COUNCIL AND NAN YOUTH COUNCIL  \n\n\n\nThe NAN Elders Council\, Women’s Council and the Oshkaatisak (Young Peoples) Council are invited to attend. NAN will cover their travel expenses and accommodations. NAN staff will contact NAN Elders\, Women and Oshkaatisak members directly to register and make arrangement. First Nation & Tribal Councils bringing additional Elders are responsible for all expenses incurred including travel\, accommodations and honorarium.  \n\n\n\nElders Council registration contact is Kelsie Demontigny\, she can be reached by email kdemontigny@nan.ca or by phone at 1 (800) 465-9952. Womens Council registration contact is Loretta Sheshequin\, she can be reached by email lsheshequin@nan.ca or by phone at 1 (800) 465-9952. Oshkaatisak Council’s registration contact is Joseph Carew\, he can be reached by email jcarew@nan.ca or by phone at 1 (800) 465-9952.  \n\n\n\nFor more information and the Proxy Letter form please see below: \n\n\n\n\nMEMO – Notice of Keewaywin Conference\n\n\n\nNotice of Electoral Officer\n\n\n\nProxy Letter
URL:https://www.nan.ca/event/nishnawbe-aski-nations-41st-keewaywin-conference/
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SUMMARY:2023 Keewaywin Awards
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of outstanding achievements and dedication to the people of Nishnawbe Aski Nation. \n\n\n\nCongratulations to the 2023 Keewaywin Award Winners! \n\n\n\n2023 Keewaywin Award recipients include: \n\n\n\nEmile Nakogee Award for Outstanding Leadership – Abraham Keesickquayash\, Cat Lake First NationNAN Elder Award – Teri Fiddler\, Sandy Lake First NationNAN Woman Award – Ardelle Kamenawatamin\, Bearskin Lake First NationNAN Youth Award (Leadership) – Austin Winters\, Kingfisher Lake First NationNAN Youth Award (Community Involvement) – Layla Metatawabin\, Kashechewan First NationNAN Staff Recognition Award – Ashley Jellema\, Mental Health Training Coordinator\n\n\n\nRecipients were honoured Wednesday evening during the 41st Keewaywin Conference\, held August 15-17 in the traditional territory of Fort William First Nation. \n\n\n\n\nView Keewaywin 2023 Award Winners Booklet\n\n\n\n\nKeewaywin AwardsNAN Staff AwardNAN Woman AwardNAN Elder AwardNAN Youth Award (Leadership)NAN Youth Award (Community Involvement)Outgoing Youth Council MembersEmile Nakogee Award\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nIn recognition of outstanding achievements and dedication to the people of Nishnawbe Aski Nation.Nominate someone from your community today! \n\n\n\nNominations are being accepted for the following until July 10\, 2023:– NAN Women Award– NAN Elder Award– Emile Nakogee Award for Outstanding Leadership \n\n\n\nNAN Youth Awards:– Leadership/Community Involvement– Academic– Cultural– Athletic \n\n\n\nPlease find the award criteria below. \n\n\n\nThe nomination form is available online here: Nomination FormYou can also download the PDF form here:  \n\n\n\n\nPDF Nomination Form\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAwards Criteria \n\n\n\nCriteria for the NAN Youth Awards:Must be 13 – 24 years of ageMust be a member of a Nishnawbe Aski First NationA nominee can demonstrate some but not necessarily all of the following characteristics:– Volunteers in community events and activities– Works with a youth organization or organizes activities for youth and children in their own community– Achievement in education or career paths– Role model for peers and younger children– Promotes a healthy lifestyle– Has overcome adverse circumstances– Proven leadership skills and achievements– Outstanding athletic achievements– Willingness to learn about traditional language\, practices\, and way of life– Has committed an act of bravery or an outstanding feat \n\n\n\nCriteria for the NAN Woman Award:Must be a member of a Nishnawbe Aski First NationA nominee can meet some but not necessarily all of the following characteristics:– Demonstrates strong family values– Personal achievements have positively impacted the lives of women– Achievements in Education or Career paths– Shares knowledge of traditional languages\, practices\, and way of life– Volunteers in community events and activities– Dedication in working to improve the lives of women\, youth\, and children– Promotes a healthy lifestyle– Has overcome adverse circumstances– Proven leadership skills and achievements– Shown innovation in chosen field of work \n\n\n\nCriteria for the NAN Elder Award:Must be a member of a Nishnawbe Aski First NationA nominee can meet some but not necessarily all of the following characteristics:– Proven leadership skills and achievements– Has overcome adverse circumstances– Teaches and practices cultural & traditional values\, customs and knowledge– Respect and Honour– Life experiences in education or career paths– Volunteers with community organizations and groups– Promotes a healthy lifestyle– Teaches and interacts with the youth \n\n\n\nCriteria for the Emile Nakogee Award for Outstanding Leadership:This award is named in honour of the late Emile Nakogee\, an elder who was influential in the advancement of Nishnawbe Aski Nation. This award is presented to an individual who has demonstrated outstanding leadership in his/her field of work. The nominee must be a member of a Nishnawbe Aski First Nation and/ or employed by a Nishnawbe Aski Nation organization or agency. The nominee must be either:1) First Nation Chief\, Grand Chief or Deputy Grand Chief2) First Nation Councillor3) Tribal Council Chair4) Management positions such as Executive Directors of the NAN organizations and agencies5) Business/Financial Administration6) Academic Excellence7) JusticeA nominee shall also meet some but not necessarily all of the following characteristics:– Outstanding leadership skills and knowledge– Commitment to the betterment of the lives of the people of Nishnawbe Aski– Promotes\, protects\, and respects the traditional values\, beliefs\, and customs of Nishnawbe Aski First Nations– Achievements in education or career paths– Role Model for peers and youth– Years of service and dedication to Nishnawbe Aski First Nations– Work performed beyond the call of duty
URL:https://www.nan.ca/event/2023-keewaywin-awards/
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