Nishnawbe Aski Nation

Takwaakin Introductory Anishininiimowin (Ojibway) Language Learning Session 2021
2021-10-26 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto)
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Takwaakin Introductory Anishininiimowin (Oji-Cree) Language Learning Session 2021
2021-10-25 08:00 - 17:00

Boarding Home Parent Training
2021-10-16 08:00 - 17:00

Orange Shirt Day Events
2021-09-30 08:00 - 17:00
Orange Shirt Day is an opportunity to create meaningful discussion about the truth and legacy of the Indian Residential School system. It is an opportunity for First Nations, local governments, schools, and communities to come together in the spirit of reconciliation and hope for generations of children to come.This date was chosen as it was the time of year when First Nations children were taken away from their homes to attend Residential Schools. Today, it is also an opportunity to establish anti-racism and anti-bullying policies for the coming school year.

On September 30 all Canadians are encouraged to join this discussion and build bridges in the spirit of reconciliation. This is a day to remember those we have lost and reaffirm the resiliency of Survivors and everyone affected by the Residential School system.

Let’s continue to honour Survivors and all the children who never made it home.

Order Orange Shirt Day Lawn Signs & Decals here!

Nishnawbe Aski Nation Sacred Fire in Honour of Every Child Matters Date: September 27-30Time: 11 a.m. on September 30 Location: Pope John Paul School Grounds

Fort William First Nation and Orange Abinoojiinh Movement Sunrise Date: September 30Ceremony Time: 7:15 a.m. Location: Anemki-Wajiw (Mount McKay)

Dilico Anishinabek Family Sunrise Ceremony Date: September 30Time: 8 a.m. Location: 200 Anemki Place

Orange Abinoojiinh Movement Sacred FireThis Sacred Fire has been burning since the first re-discovery of the 215 unmarked graves, over 100 days ago.  Date: September 23 – October 1 Location: Anemki-Wajiw (Mount McKay)

The Cedar Tree Planting Ceremony (accompanied by a community cedar seedling giveaway) Hosted by the City of Thunder Bay, this ceremonial tree planting will remember and honour the children, families, and communities forever impacted by the tragedy of Residential Schools. Date: September 30Time: 10 a.m. Location: Vickers Park For more information: https://www.thunderbay.ca/en/city-hall/orange-shirt-day.aspx#cedar Please note: Masks and social distancing are required by all attendees.

Red Sky Métis Independent Nation Craft Show Date: September 30Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Location: Pope John Paul II

Indian Horse screening and community partners activities/information booths Date: September 30Time: 3-8 p.m. Location: Marina Park

Fort William First Nation and the Orange Abinoojiinh Movement Pow Wow Date: September 30 & October 1 Location: Anemki-Wajiw Schedule of Events: September 30: 7:15 a.m. – Sunrise Ceremony 12 p.m. – Warm-ups 1 p.m. – Grand Entry 5 p.m. – Feast 7 p.m. – Grand Entry 8 p.m. – Red Dress Ceremony

October 1: 12 p.m. – Warm-ups 1 p.m. – Grand Entry 2 p.m. – Recognitions 5 p.m. – Pipe Ceremony and Feast

Please Note: Proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test will be required upon entry. All safety protocols for COVID-19 will be followed. Additional screening, masks, and sanitization stations will be mandatory.

Check out the City of Thunder Bay’s website for more info: https://www.thunderbay.ca/en/city-hall/orange-shirt-day.aspx

Orange Shirt Day Commemorative Walk Date: September 30Time: 9:45 a.m. with prayers to begin at 10:00 a.m. Location: The Walk will begin at the Travel Information Centre at 9: 45 a.m. Participants will then walk from the Frog Rapids Bridge to the Travel Information Centre. Note: Rides to the bridge will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring copies of photographs of loved ones, stories, and poems or something of significance.

Building/Ottawa Sign Illumination to commemorate Indian Residential School Survivors Date: September 30Time: Sunset Location: Heritage Building, Marion Dewar Plaza, OTTAWA sign (ByWard Market)

Remember Me: National Day of Remembrance. Presented by the Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada, this event is a national gathering to remember Indigenous children and families impacted by residential schools. Opening ceremonies begin at Parliament Hill, followed by a Spirit Walk to Confederation Park, concluding with music, art, presentations and installations. Date: September 30Time: 10 a.m. -5 p.m. For more information: http://remember-me-september-30.org/

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day at Beechwood Cemetery. The Beechwood Cemetery Foundation and the Project of Heart, Assembly of 7 Generations and the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society have partnered to host a public Day of Reconciliation educational program. The event will include a 45-minute Reconciling History tour, an outdoor screening of Spirit Bear and Children Make History, as well as a public display of tiles created by youth across Canada to honour Residential School Survivors. Date: September 30Time: Sunrise to sunset For more information: https://landing.beechwoodottawa.ca/en/nationaldayoftruthandreconciliation?fbclid=IwAR0KfbuJYRBys9alSnc2923XiJBxMSJHV7f-0hoYwJldXjL39HuBOkw51O8

Check out the City of Ottawa’s website: https://ottawa.ca/en/news/national-day-truth-and-reconciliation-how-you-can-recognize-day

Round Table of Algonquin Leaders on Truth and Reconciliation and Museums. The Bytown Museum is hosting a roundtable of Algonquin Leaders from Kitigan Zibi and the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation to discuss how Truth and Reconciliation is reflected in the work of museums. Date: September 27 Time: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. For more information: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/round-table-of-algonquin-leaders-on-truth-and-reconciliation-and-museums-tickets-167924874821

National Truth and Reconciliation Week. Presented by the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation, this full week of online programming will feature short videos created by Indigenous storytellers, followed by conversations with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, Survivors and the children of Residental School Survivors. Date: September 27 – October 1 For more information: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/truth-and-reconciliation-week-tickets-153491752965?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch&fbclid=IwAR1_qi9hwKA_XDio8rw48mBnl-SOfLcJE-sYgJ7sg25VUgC6RGP_Nv4wwdc

Kìyàbadj kidandanizimin. We are still here. The Ottawa Public Library is hosting a virtual storytelling with Residential School Surivor, Jenny Buckshot Tenasco, and her daughter Anita Tenasco will share reflections on how Canada’s Residential School System has impacted First Nations education, poverty, systematic racism, mental health, strength and resilience. Date: September 29 Time: 7 – 8 p.m. For more information: https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/k%C3%ACy%C3%A0badj-kidandanizimin-we-are-still-here

Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA)’s A Night of Speaking the Truth to Heal Together with Guest speakers: Al Hunter, Joe Hunter, Audrey Deroy, and Tina Armstrong Date: September 30Time: 6-8 p.m. For more information: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIqceCvrD4jEtC88B8zyCzkc5j_KD-2HodC

Orange Shirt Day Opening and Virtual Tour of Shingwauk Residential Schools Centre. Join Ryerson University for this online event in recognition of Orange Shirt Day. The event will begin with opening remarks from university leaders, Maddy Bifano (Community Access Assistant for the Shingwauk Residential Schools Centre at Algoma University), followed by a virtual tour of Shingwauk Residential Schools Centre. This tour will provide a detailed overview of the site and its history and offer insight into the day-to-day lives of former students at the Shingwauk Residential School. Date: September 29 Time: 2-3:45 p.m. For more information: https://ryerson.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0ucOmgpjkuGtGcL-lT471NSbVrnJltbweA

NAN Long-Term Care Virtual Engagement
2021-09-28 09:00 - 2021-09-29 17:00
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Animikii Abinoojiinh 'Thunder Child' virtual gathering
2021-09-28 08:00 - 2021-09-29 17:00
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Labour Day
2021-09-06 08:00 - 17:00

39th Annual Keewaywin Conference
2021-08-10 08:00 - 2021-08-12 17:00
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The NAN 39th Annual Keewaywin Conference will take place virtually August 10, 11 & 12, 2021. The election of the Grand Chief (1) and Deputy Grand Chief (3) will take place during this virtual gathering, on August 11, 2021.

Registration Deadline to be eligible to vote is 5 p.m. EST on August 10, 2021

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ELECTION WEBSITE

Daily sign-in during the conference will take place each morning to track quorum. Sign in on day 2 closes at 10:30 a.m. EST

Proxy Letters must be received by 5 p.m. EST on August 10, 2021 to be eligible to vote

NAN Election 2021 Voting Platform

Simply Voting will be the platform used by NAN to conduct online and telephone voting. This simple and secure platform can be accessed on any internet connected computer, tablet, smart phone and telephone.

Prior to election day registered Chiefs and Proxies will receive an email that will include a voting ID and password. Another email with a link to the ballot (and the same pin code) will be sent when voting begins on August 11, 2021. Please watch for your voter ID and password to arrive, check your junk email and keep it in a safe space for easy access on election day.

If you do not have access to the internet during voting, you may use a telephone to cast your vote and will need to enter your pin code to vote. Voters call a dedicated toll-free number and are prompted to authenticate their identity.

The voters enter their credentials using a touch-tone dial pad and the system checks whether they have yet voted. If that is the case, the voter is prompted to select from the options of each candidate, one question at a time, and finally to confirm their choices.

You will be able to check if your ballot was received either by online or phone by going to the Simply Voting website and entering your voter ID & password.

Important: If your internet connection does not support virtual meetings, we ask that you register for the phone only option and that you provide your email address and telephone number that you will be calling from. NAN staff will be contacting you soon to provide support and answer any questions on how to connect.

PROXIES

If 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. A sample proxy letter is attached.

Please send proxy letters to the attention of Narene Barkman via email nbarkman@nan.ca.

ELECTION

The Chief Electoral Officer will oversee all aspects of the election process and will deal with any and all issues during the campaign period and election process. Contact information for the Chief Electoral Officer can be found on the website www.nanelection.ca

RESOLUTIONS-DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JULY 9, 2021

Resolutions to be considered for the virtual assembly must be forwarded electronically, in advance, to Luke Hunter at lhunter@nan.ca.

CONFERENCE MATERIALS

The 2020/2021 NAN Annual Report and Audited Financial Statements will be distributed via mail before the conference. Electronic copies will also be made available.

If you require any additional information or require clarification, please contact Charlene Yerxa cyerxa@nan.ca or Wendy Caruk wcaruk@nan.ca at (807) 623-8228 or NAN Toll Free 1-800-465-9952

Please Note: The annual Keewaywin Awards are a celebration of the accomplishments of the people of Nishnawbe Aski Nation, traditionally shared in person with Leadership, family and friends during our annual summer gathering. Unfortunately, this year’s Keewaywin Conference must be held in a virtual environment to ensure the safety of our members and communities. We are therefore postponing the 2021 Keewaywin Awards until we can once again safely gather to honour our award recipients and celebrate their accomplishments together as a Nation.

CONTACTS

Election Support & InformationJocelyn Formsma, Head Electoral Officernanelections2021@outlook.comPhone: 613.864.7033General InquiriesCharlene Yerxacyerxa@nan.caPhone: 807.625.4914Wendy Carukwcaruk@nan.caPhone: 807.625.4933Registration SupportNarene Barkmannbarkman@nan.caPhone: 807.357.5331Lorie Van Buskirklvanbuskirk@nan.caPhone: 807.707.3659Media InquiriesMichael Heintzman, Director of Communicationsmheintzman@nan.caPhone: 807.621.2790Tech Support during the assemblyChris Ficek. Maverick AVchris@maverickav.comPhone: 807.621.6444

What does Choose Life mean to you?
2021-08-06 08:00 - 17:00
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Calling all NAN Youth 13-18! The Choose Life program is hosting a virtual gathering at the end of September, and we want to feature YOUR art! Send us a painting, drawing, or even digital artwork to share what culture, community, and self-care mean to you. We’ll be accepting submissions until August 1, and the winning entry will be featured on our event poster for September (and we have a beautiful gift for the artist, too!). See the details and submit at https://nan.news/art!

Story Telling Circle with Collin Graham
2021-07-21 18:00 - 19:30
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Family Well-Being Week Virtual Gathering
2021-07-05 08:00 - 2021-07-09 17:00
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Pride Webinar
2021-06-25 08:00 - 17:00
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Health Transformation Webinar
2021-06-16 08:00 - 17:00

Land-Based Language & Learning Gathering
2021-06-02 08:00 - 2021-06-03 17:00
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As a collective group – teachers, students, and administrative staff have overcome the obstacles of the pandemic. Despite challenging times, all educators are finding new balances to continue delivering education, leadership, and resources for their students.

Join us this year as we gather to share knowledge and successes at the NAN Land-based Language and Learning Gathering: Inspiring Connection and Culture. The forum will take place virtually this year on June 2 & 3, 2021.

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Only registered Attendees & Speakers will have access to the virtual event space.Please use the email address used for registration to login to the virtual event space.If you login for the first time, you will be asked to create a password. Please use this to login again any time after

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For more information, please contact Gabrielle or Amanda at 807-622-1979.

Participation Guidelines & Costs- First Nations

❖ Teacher release time will be available for 1 Teacher per participating NAN community at the rate of $250 per day for up to 2 conference days.

*Invoices will be required for reimbursement. Please submit invoices to Lorie Vanbuskirk, lvanbuskirk@nan.ca

❖ School administrators, school support staff and other community education representatives are also invited to attend.

Participation Guidelines & Costs- School Boards

❖ Any teacher/educator with an interest in Land-based Language and Learning in First Nations education can attend.

❖ NAN will cover the costs associated with Teacher release time for School Boards within the NAN Territory.

❖ Teacher release time will be available for School Boards within the NAN Territory at the rate of $250 per day for up to 2 conference days.

* Invoices will be required for reimbursement. Please submit invoices to Lorie Vanbuskirk, lvanbuskirk@nan.ca

❖ Education representative are also invited to attend.

Community Visit Protocol Guide Virtual Training
2021-05-26 08:00 - 2021-05-27 17:00
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Virtual Teaching on Identity with Collin Graham
2021-05-14 08:00 - 17:00
Join the Oshkaatisak Council and register today for the virtual teaching on Identity with Collin Graham taking place on May 14 from 2:45 p.m. – 5 p.m. EST via Zoom!

Registration is available at the link below for NAN youth aged 16 – 24!

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Have fun, play some games and along the way learn a little bit about what it means to be YOU!!!

Collin Graham has been an advocate in community development for over 20 years. Colin is known for using humour as he believes it’s a pillar of resiliency amongst Indigenous communities and be used as a healing tool.

All participants will have a chance to win awesome prizes including a Nintendo Switch, Airpods and gift cards!

Participants will receive a zoom link sent via email closer to the event date.

Choose Life Video Launch
2021-04-30 08:00 - 17:00
11 a.m. EST

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Men's Engagement Survey
2021-04-28 08:00 - 2021-05-14 17:00
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NAN Youth Housing Workshop
2021-04-10 13:00 - 16:00
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NAN Virtual Youth Gathering
2021-03-26 08:00 - 2021-03-28 17:00
Registration is now open for the NAN Virtual Youth Gathering with special guests Notorious Cree and Brigette Laquette! More details coming soon.

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First Nations Resource & Curricular Sharing
2021-03-24 08:00 - 2021-03-25 17:00

First Nations Resource & Curriculum Sharing
2021-03-24 08:00 - 2021-03-25 17:00
Education Partnerships Program 2 Day Virtual Training Session: First Nations Resource and Curricular Sharing. Email Emma Krakower at ekrakower@nan.ca to register!

NAN Chiefs Assembly on Health Transformation & Governance
2021-03-23 08:00 - 2021-03-24 17:00
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Draft Proxy Letter

If you would like to observe the Virtual NAN Chiefs Assembly on Health Transformation & Governance on March 23 & 24, 2021, please ensure you register to be able to access the link.

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Education Partnerships Program- Virtual Training Session
2021-03-23 08:00 - 17:00

Gathering Together Webinar Series- Advocating for Change
2021-03-19 09:00 - 12:30
Webinar Series hosted by the NAN Women’s Council.

Advocating for Change: Implementing the MMIWG Calls for Justice

St. Anne's Residential School Hearing
2021-03-12 08:00 - 17:00
St. Anne’s Residential School Hearing is taking place at 10 A.M. EST

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Best Practices in First Nations Education Virtual Forum
2021-03-10 08:00 - 2021-03-11 17:00
NAN hosted the 2021 First Nations Education Forum: Empowering Students and Ourselves on March 10 and 11, 2021. This forum inspired educators and education ambassadors who are working in the First Nations or with First Nations within the provincial education system. Presentations this year focused on virtual teaching and learning as well as student and teacher mental wellness, and included best practices in a range of topics relevant to First Nations education today.

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Only registered Attendees, Speakers and Exhibitors will have access to the virtual event space.Please use the email address used for registration to login to the virtual event space.Internet Explorer is not supported. We recommend using Google Chrome when possible, as this offers the most consistent experience for the Virtual Event Space.If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact the event coordinators: info@tagcreativestrategy.com or 807-620-6005

Virtual Student Safety Meeting
2021-03-02 08:00 - 17:00

Gathering Together Webinar Series- Honouring Our Responsibility
2021-02-26 08:00 - 11:30
Webinar Series hosted by the NAN Women’s Council.

Honouring Our Responsibility: Creating Safe Spaces for Indigenous Women

Moose Power Youth Program
2021-02-26 08:00 - 17:00
