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SUMMARY:NAN Spring Special Chiefs Assembly
DESCRIPTION:The NAN Spring Special Chiefs Assembly has been scheduled for May 20\, 21 & 22\, 2025\, this will be a hybrid meeting.  Taking place at Courtyard Marriott Downtown\, 475 Yonge Street\, Toronto\, ON. \n\n\n\nCONFIRMATIONS / REGISTRATION \n\n\n\nRegistration is now open and Chiefs/Proxies are asked to complete a registration form to confirm his/her attendance on the link provided here: Registration Form \n\n\n\nPROXIES \n\n\n\nIf you are unable to attend\, a proxy may be sent. Proxy notice must be sent in advance on 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 note: We are using a new registration system that requires you to upload the signed letter in order to complete your registration. \n\n\n\nTRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS \n\n\n\nTravel will be covered for Chiefs /Proxies. Travel days are Monday May 19\, 2025 and Friday May 23\, 2025.  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 \n\n\n\nAccommodations for Chiefs/Proxies\, Elders\, Women & Youth Councils\, and guests of NAN will be booked by NAN Staff. \n\n\n\nNAN ELDERS COUNCIL\, NAN WOMEN’S COUNCIL AND OSHKAATISAK 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.  \n\n\n\nNAN staff will contact NAN Elders Council directly to register and make travel arrangements. NAN Women’s Council and the Oshkaatisak (Young Peoples) Council can register on the link above. \n\n\n\nTravel arrangements for the NAN Women’s Council  contact is Karissa Michano she can be reached at kmichano@nan.ca  \n\n\n\nTravel arrangements for the Oshkaatisak Council will be Andre Yesno she can be reached at ayesno@nan.ca \n\n\n\nFirst Nations and Tribal Councils bringing additional Elders are responsible for all expenses incurred including travel\, accommodations\, and honorarium. \n\n\n\nRESOLUTIONS-DEADLINE: FRIDAY May 9\, 2025 \n\n\n\nResolutions to be considered at the Assembly can be forwarded electronically to Luke Hunter at lhunter@nan.on.ca or via fax at (807)623-7730.   \n\n\n\nOPEN CALL TO CHIEFS FOR AGENDA ITEMS – DEADLINE: FRIDAY May 9\, 2025 \n\n\n\nIf there are any priority issues or items that you wish to discuss at the NAN Chiefs Spring Assembly\, please contact Abby Robinson by email ed@nan.ca or by phone at 1(800)465-9952.  Open call for agenda items is for Chiefs only. \n\n\n\nIf you require any additional information or require clarification\, please contact Charlene Yerxa by email cyerxa@nan.ca  or phone at (807)625-4914 /(807)621-6175(Cell) \n\n\n\n\nDraft Proxy Letter
URL:https://www.nan.ca/event/nan-chiefs-spring-assembly-2/
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SUMMARY:Siigwan 2025 Education Directors Forum
DESCRIPTION:Registration is NOW OPEN!\n\n\n\n\n📢Siigwan 2025 Education Directors Forum🗓 May 21-22\, 2025📍 Delta Waterfront Hotel\, Thunder Bay\, ON \n\n\n\nFor any questions or additional information\, please contact Emma-Lea Krakower at 📞 807.625.4643 or 💌 ekrakower@nan.ca. \n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss it — register now\n\n\n\n\nPresenters & Booths at the NAN Education Forum\n\n\n\nWe’re excited to welcome an inspiring lineup of presenters and organizations to this year’s Education Forum! Throughout the event\, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions\, attend informative sessions\, and explore a variety of booths offering resources\, tools\, and support for educators and communities. \n\n\n\nPresentations will include: \n\n\n\nCreating a School Budget using the side-by-side letters provided by ISCCommunity-Led Education Discussions: Sharing top priorities and goals in educationAI in Education: Presented by White Rabbit EDUProject-Based Learning: A virtual presentation from a teacher on how she implemented PBL in her classroom\, grounded in Indigenous education approaches and pedagogyMental Wellness: Supporting the emotional wellbeing of students and educatorsCyberbullying: A presentation from NAPS on online safetyOpioid Awareness & Naloxone TrainingOshki-Pimache-O-Win: The Wenjack Education Institute on their language program and accreditation processSpirit North: Leading land-based programming with students in community\n\n\n\nVisit booths from the following organizations: \n\n\n\nWhite Rabbit EDUEducation JurisdictionEducation Partnerships and Student SafetySpirit NorthOpioid SafetyNAN JusticeIndigenous Advanced Education and Skills Council (IAESC)NAN Early YearsAnderson Therapy ServicesOntario Teachers’ Pension PlanPlus a local vendor from the area will be joining us!\n\n\n\nThis is a great opportunity to learn\, connect\, and gather resources to support your work in education. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://www.nan.ca/event/siigwan-2025-education-directors-forum/
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