Nishnawbe Aski Nation

IRS Gathering- Finding your Path for Healing
2022-12-06 08:00 - 2022-12-08 17:00 (America/Toronto)
Register by November 7 to Meadow at mquachegan@nan.ca or 807.624.2018

Location: Delta Marriott, 2040 Sleeping Giant Pkwy, Thunder Bay

First Nations Principles of OCAP Workshop
2022-12-05 08:00 - 2022-12-06 17:00
Nishnawbe Aski Nation is happy to offer First Nations Information Governance Centre’s FIRST NATIONS PRINCIPLES OF OCAP® WORKSHOP to leadership and education staff.

The First Nations principles of Ownership, Control, Access, and Possession – more commonly known as OCAP® – assert that First Nations have control over data collection processes, and that they own and control how this information can be used. The virtual workshop provides participants with an interactive opportunity to deeper explore the First Nations principles of OCAP®. Using historical and contemporary examples, the workshop explores OCAP®, data sovereignty, and research and data management issues, and offers participants the opportunity to consider how OCAP® can be respected within their current work. This workshop will be facilitated over the course of 2 days in two-hour sessions.

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Contact Claudia at cstein@nan.ca for more information

Our Children Our Way
2022-11-22 08:00 - 2022-11-24 17:00
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NAN Housing Summit
2022-11-15 08:00 - 2022-11-16 17:00
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Draft Agenda

NAN will sponsor two people from each NAN First Nation (leadership or housing/infrastructure professionals), two members from each NAN Advisory Council (Oshkaatisak Council, Women’s Council, and Elder’s Council), and one person from each Tribal Council to attend in-person, which includes travel, accommodation, and per diem costs. Once NAN reviews your registration, a follow-up email will be sent to you confirming your sponsorship to the Housing Summit. All registrations are being reviewed to ensure each community has two representatives and to determine if additional space can be made to accommodate more registrants. Registration closes on October 28, 2022 at 5:00 PM Eastern Time.If you have any issues with this registration form, you can contact Tiffany Gusola at tgusola@nan.ca or 807-473-1013.

Community Drum Night
2022-11-04 17:30 - 20:30
Kunuwanimano Child and Family Services and Nishnawbe Aski Nation are partnering to provide a Community Drum Night in Timmins, ON, on November 4. It will take place at their location of 170 Third Ave. between 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. EST.

The goal of Community Drum Night is to provide opportunity for everyone to come together to learn about the big drum, share food, and possibly win some prizes!

If you are unable to attend physically, there is an opportunity to attend virtually. The information on how to join the Zoom event is below:

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https://zoom.us/j/93286936118?pwd=[REDACTED]

Meeting ID: 932 8693 6118 Passcode: [REDACTED] any other questions, please feel free to contact Darryl Neegan at Darryl.neegan@kunuwanimano.com

Special Chiefs Assembly on Education
2022-10-25 08:00 - 2022-10-27 17:00
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Child and Family Services Forum
2022-09-20 08:00 - 2022-09-22 17:00
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Our children and youth need well-grounded paths on which to walk throughout their lives. By uniting and working together we can build pathways to provide them with the best possible future.

Nishnawbe Aski Nation will be hosting the Child and Family Services Forum September 20-22, 2022 in Winnipeg. NAN Chiefs (or Proxies), NAN Child Welfare Agency Representatives, and First Nations Representatives (formerly Band Representatives) with concentration on Child and Family services will be invited to attend. A virtual attendance option will also be available. REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

NAN Engagement on the UNDRIP Act
2022-09-15 08:00 - 17:00
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Send registration form to kpilcher@napsboard.caor fax to 807-623-2225

For more information contact kpilcher@napsboard.ca Fax 807-623-2225

2022 Keewaywin Awards
2022-08-10 08:00 - 17:00
In recognition of outstanding achievements and dedication to the people of Nishnawbe Aski Nation.

Recipients

NAN Elder – Delores McKay, Matagami First Nation

NAN Woman – Vanessa Genier, Missinabie Cree First Nation

Emile Nakogee Award for Leadership – Chief Russell Wesley, Cat Lake First Nation

Youth Leadership – Jamal Gagnon, Taykwa Tagamou Nation

Youth Academic – Logan Metatawabin, Kashechewan First Nation

Youth Outstanding Service – Sandy Lake Patrol

Youth Community Involvement – North Caribou Lake Youth Council

NAN Staff – Stewart Kamenawatamin, Bearskin Lake First Nation

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40th Keewaywin Conference
2022-08-09 08:00 - 2022-08-11 17:00
Watch the 40th Keewaywin Conference Livestream

Please be advised that the 40th Annual Keewaywin Conference has been confirmed for August 9, 10, & 11, 2022. This hybrid conference will take place at Northern College – Timmins (Porcupine) Campus, with the host community being Mattagami First Nation.

The Keewaywin Awards Banquet will take place the evening of Wednesday August 10th, 2022 at the Ramada Inn. Nomination forms can be located on the website www.nan.ca

CONFIRMATIONS/REGISTRATION Registration is now open Chiefs/Proxies are asked to complete a registration form to confirm his/her attendance

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PROXIESIf 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 send proxy letters to the attention of Miranda Echum via email mechum@nan.ca or by fax (807)-623-7730.

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ACCOMMODATIONSAccommodations for Chiefs/Proxies, Elders, Women & Youth Councils, and guests of NAN will be booked by NAN Staff.

NAN ELDERS, WOMENS AND YOUTH COUNCILSThe 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 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.

Elders Council registration contact is Grace Winter, she can be reached by email gwinter@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.

RESOLUTIONS-DEADLINE: FRIDAY July 22, 2022Resolutions 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.

OPEN CALL TO CHIEFS FOR AGENDA ITEMS – DEADLINE: FRIDAY July 29, 2022.

If there are any priority issues or items that you wish to discuss at the NAN Chiefs Spring Assembly, please contact Melinda Meekis by email mmeekis@nan.on.ca or by phone at (807)-708-3173/ 1-(800)-465-9952. Open call for agenda items is for Chiefs only.

If you require any additional information or require clarification, please contact Charlene Yerxa by email cyerxa@nan.on.ca or phone at (807)-625-4914 /1-(800)-465-9952.

Mental Health Summit
2022-07-12 08:00 - 2022-07-14 17:00
There is a Mental Health and Addictions Crisis in NAN territory, one with deep roots in colonization, intergenerational trauma, and racism. However, there are solutions for this crisis—and those solutions can be found within our people, our culture, and our communities. At the last NAN Chief’s Assembly, community leadership called for action on this issue and directed NAN to hold an urgent Mental Health Summit. We are answering that call.

On July 12-14th, the NAN Mental Health Summit will explore community priorities and solutions for mental health and addictions. Specific topics that will be discussed at this Summit include substance use prevention, harm reduction, life promotion, grief and loss, and land-based healing. We invite leadership and community staff from First Nations and Tribal Councils in Nishnawbe Aski Nation to participate in this Summit and help NAN map a path forward from this crisis.

The Summit will be held both in-person at the Nor’Wester Hotel in Thunder Bay and virtually. Note: Participation will be capped at a maximum of three (3) representatives per community/organization. We will compile a wait list and release spots on Wednesday, July 6th, 2022. NAN will cover the cost of one person per community (at Leadership’s discretion).

Culture Immersion: Land-Based Learning Gathering 2022
2022-05-17 08:00 - 2022-05-18 17:00
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PLEASE NOTE: Only registered Attendees and Speakers will have access to the virtual event space. If you log in for the first time, you will be asked to create a password. Passwords should Include – A Character in Uppercase, A Number, and A Special Character. Internet Explorer is not supported. We recommend using Google Chrome when possible.Culture Immersion presents the Land-Based Learning Gathering! Through the land, we learn many valuable concepts. Learning Concepts from the Land can be brought to your students, both in the classroom and out on the land. By attending this gathering on May 17 & 18, you can learn how to incorporate these traditional land-based teachings into math, social science, health physical education, arts, drama, literacy, and more into your classes.

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For more information, please reach out to our event coordinators at info@tagcreativestrategy.com or 807-622-1979.

NAN Chiefs Spring Assembly
2022-05-10 08:00 - 2022-05-12 17:00
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The NAN Chiefs Spring Assembly has been scheduled for May 10, 11, & 12, 2022. This hybrid meeting will take place at the Delta Hotel in Thunder Bay, ON.

CONFIRMATIONS / REGISTRATIONRegistration is now open Chiefs/Proxies are asked to complete a registration form to confirm his/her attendance on the link provided here: Click here for registration link.

PROXIESIf 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 send proxy letters to the attention of Miranda Echum via email mechum@nan.ca or by fax (807)-623-7730.

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TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTSTravel will be covered for Chiefs/Proxies. Travel days are Monday May 9, 2022, and Friday May 13, 2022. 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.

ACCOMMODATIONSAccommodations for Chiefs/Proxies, Elders, Women & Youth Councils, and guests of NAN will be booked by NAN Staff.

NAN ELDERS, WOMEN AND YOUTH COUNCILSThe 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 Elders, Women and Oshkaatisak members directly to register and make arrangements.First Nations and Tribal Councils bringing additional Elders are responsible for all expenses incurred including travel, accommodations, and honorarium.

Elders and Oshkaatisak Council’s registration contact is Kelsey Demontigny, she can be reached by email kdemontigny@nan.on.ca or phone at (807)-620-9954 /1-(800)-465-9952.

Women’s Council registration contact is Jamilee Wanakamik she can be reached at jwanakamik@nan.ca or by phone at 1-(800)-465-9952.

RESOLUTIONS-DEADLINE: FRIDAY April 29, 2022Resolutions 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.

OPEN CALL TO CHIEFS FOR AGENDA ITEMS – DEADLINE: FRIDAY April 29, 2022.

If there are any priority issues or items that you wish to discuss at the NAN Chiefs Spring Assembly, please contact Melinda Meekis by email mmeekis@nan.on.ca or by phone at (807)-708-3173/ 1-(800)-465-9952. Open call for agenda items is for Chiefs only.

If you require any additional information or require clarification, please contact Charlene Yerxa by email cyerxa@nan.on.ca or phone at (807)-625-4914 /1-(800)-465-9952.

Health Care Delivery to Ontario’s Northern Remote Indigenous Communities During the COVID-19 Pandemic
2022-05-04 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at 12:00 pm EST.

NAN Health Transformation Lead & Negotiator Alvin Fiddler will be a part of the panel discussion

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NAN Youth Art Contest
2022-04-22 08:00 - 17:00
Nishnawbe Aski Nation’s Culture Immersion is hosting an art contest for all NAN youth! The land gives us many gifts to help educate us throughout our lives. Create an original 2-D artwork focusing on “Learning Concepts from the Land” and submit it for a chance to win some fantastic prizes!

Prizes

1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners will have a choice of a Chromebook or an Art set.

CRITERIA:

Must be a NAN Community MemberYouth Aged: 10-21 yrsFocus on theme “Learning Concepts from the Land”Must be an original 2-D creation

SUBMIT BY APRIL 22, 2022

Art size: 8 Inch SquareScan your artwork using a scanner or phone app (Eg: iScanner).Save & send in a PDF format, include artist name, age, phone, community, and address with the submission

Email your questions and submission to: info@tagcreativestrategy.com

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Languages Curriculum Training
2022-04-20 08:00 - 2022-04-21 17:00
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PLEASE NOTE: Only registered Attendees and Speakers will have access to the virtual event space. If you log in for the first time, you will be asked to create a password. Passwords should Include – A Character in Uppercase, A Number, and A Special Character. Internet Explorer is not supported. We recommend using Google Chrome when possible.

Incorporating Ojibway, Oji-Cree and Cree in the classroom is a crucial component in preserving our languages. Join us April 20 & 21, 2022 online to learn how to enhance your language curriculum in an engaging way. Whether you want to start or improve your language immersion, session topics will cover everything you need to know.

There are limited spots available, be sure to secure your spot now.

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For more information, please reach out to our event coordinators at info@tagcreativestrategy.com or 807-622-1979.

Education Jurisdiction Summit
2022-04-12 08:00 - 2022-04-13 17:00
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PLEASE NOTE: Only registered Attendees and Speakers will have access to the virtual event space. If you log in for the first time, you will be asked to create a password. Internet Explorer is not supported. We recommend using Google Chrome when possible.

We raise our youth to be the future. We raise our voices for change. Together, we are raising up our communities with a community-driven education system.

First Nation governance is based on Indigenous peoples’ inherent right to self-determination given by the Creator. Our First Nations agree that we need to move towards healing and empowerment in all sectors, including education. On April 12th and 13th, the Education Jurisdiction Summit will examine what jurisdiction means and discuss First Nation governance structure.

This event is open to leadership, education staff, or community members at large.

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Continuity of Care Forum
2022-03-29 08:00 - 2022-03-30 17:00
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PLEASE NOTE: Only registered Attendees and Speakers will have access to the virtual event space. If you log in for the first time, you will be asked to create a password. Internet Explorer is not supported. We recommend using Google Chrome when possible.

The Seven Youth Inquest began from the tragic loss of seven of our youth who had to leave their communities to continue their education. As a result of the Inquest, 145 recommendations on safety, support, timely funding, programs, and policies were given to government, Tribal Councils, and partners. By understanding the history of what happened, the present work and implementation of the recommendations, and the future journey for our youth, we can all work together to prevent further tragedies.

The Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Continuity of Care Forum will share the past, present, and future of the Seven Youth Inquest. This year’s theme The CAREfull Journey Ahead focuses on how we move forward to create a path full of care for our youth. This continuous journey requires us to maintain the Continuity of Care for youth travelling out of their communities for their education. All those interested in this continuity for our youth are welcome.

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Changing the Conversation from Shame & Blame to Support and Care
2022-03-24 08:00 - 17:00

First Nations Resource & Curricular Sharing
2022-03-23 08:00 - 2022-03-24 17:00

NAN Women's Webinar Series
2022-03-23 08:00 - 17:00
Winter Wellness: Men’s Perspectives on Preventing & AddressingViolence on Wednesday, March 23rd 1:00PM-3:45PM (ET)

Elders Gerry Martin and Sam Achneepineskum will discuss Violence as a Learned Behaviour, and how we can have effective conversations about addressing violent behaviours in our families and communities.

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NAN Women's Webinar Series
2022-03-16 08:00 - 17:00
Winter Wellness: Visionary Leadership & Empowerment on Wednesday March 16th, 1PM-3:45PM (ET)

We’ll be welcoming Wataynikaneyap Power CEO Margaret Kenequanash and former Fort William First Nation Chief Georjann Morriseau to share their journeys and experience with us.

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NAN Housing Supply Challenge Information Session
2022-03-15 08:00 - 17:00
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Join us for an information session on Zoom to learn more about NAN’s Housing Supply Challenge Project: Community-Led Designs for Specialized Housing in the North!

NAN has applied to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)’s National Housing Strategy – Housing Supply Challenge to focus on the critical, pre-construction components of engagement, design, procurement and implementation planning of housing in NAN First Nations for greatest needs populations: single adults, those in need of housing with supports and those in need of emergency housing. This application builds on the work of the NAN Housing Strategy mandated by Chiefs-in-Assembly in Resolution 18/18.

NAN’s project has been successful in being shortlisted for Round Two and we are currently working on a final application to be submitted on June 15, 2022. Your participation in this information session will allow you to learn more about the project and how you can get more involved!

This project recognizes the challenges that First Nations face in developing alternative housing models specific to the region’s diverse cultures, climates and geographies. Continuing our partnership with Together Design Lab, this application to the CMHC Housing Supply Challenge will assemble a team of frontline community workers, subject experts, housing professionals and individuals with lived experience to produce ready-to-implement housing plans specifically tailored to NAN’s greatest need populations.

The professional and/or lived experience of frontline workers in NAN First Nation communities (such as those supporting housing needs in child welfare, Elder’s homecare, family well-being, and other various capacities, etc) will be integral to this process of designing appropriate housing for these greatest needs populations. As such, we are inviting NAN community members with this experience to learn more how you can participate in this project through a co-design process that looks to produce ready-to-build housing plans.

For questions about this session, please contact Ashley Atatise, Project Coordinator at aatatise@nan.ca

NAN Women's Webinar Series
2022-03-10 08:00 - 17:00
Winter Wellness: Supporting Mental Health at Home on Thursday March 10th, 1PM-3:45PM (ET)

Explore creative arts as therapeutic tools in this workshop featuring a Poetry session with Maggie Chisel, followed by an embroidery workshop with Alice Sabourin.

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NAN Best Practices in Education 2022
2022-03-08 08:00 - 2022-03-09 17:00
Now more than ever, students need a strong support system of educators who prioritize not only mental health and wellness but strive to provide a safe and supportive school environment. Through these support systems both students and educators can gain confidence and stay motivated in these uncertain times. It is in the face of uncertainty where we begin to discover what we are truly capable of.

Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Best Practices in Education 2022 is a forum where educators and policy makers can connect and share knowledge and experiences with one another. This year’s theme is Embracing Growth in Times of Change. Our focus is on how we can adapt to ever-changing circumstances and prioritize mental health and wellness. Like the caterpillar breaks out of its cocoon to become a butterfly, we are all embracing our growth to leave these times of unpredictability as more inspired, confident, and capable educators.

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PLEASE NOTE: Only registered Attendees and Speakers will have access to the virtual event space. If you log in for the first time, you will be asked to create a password. Internet Explorer is not supported. We recommend using Google Chrome when possible.

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IELCC Information Session and Q & A
2022-02-28 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-02-18 08:00 - 17:00
Join us to learn about the Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care (IELCC) Framework! See poster for more details! Register here: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ej1j3zcicc2dfba4&oseq=&c=&ch=

First Nations Emergency Management Symposium
2022-02-15 08:00 - 2022-02-17 17:00

NAN Recognition Awards
2022-01-26 08:00 - 17:00
Nominations accepted until January 3, 2022

Online Nomination Form

Printable Nomination Form

Award Criteria

Funeral Service for Goyce Kakegamic
2021-12-14 08:00 - 17:00
Please join the Kakegamic family in the funeral service for Goyce Kakegamic at 10 a.m. EST.

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Funeral Service Livestream
