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Publication available: May 2022 issue of Northern Voice, the newsletter of the Northern Studies Program at UNBC – UArctic
Jun 14, 2022 The latest issue of the Northern Voice, the newsletter of the Northern Studies Program at the University of Northern British Columbia is available. Since its founding, UNBC has been a world leader in northern research. UNBC faculty members and students have travelled across Canada and around the circumpolar north to participate in […]
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Read MoreThe Government of Yukon takes next steps in long-term Whitehorse school replacement plan
As part of work underway to address aging schools in Whitehorse, École Whitehorse Elementary School has been identified to be replaced with a new, modern facility that will meet the needs of the community for years to come. The new school design will focus on providing flexible, multi-use spaces that emphasize collaborative, experiential learning. École […]
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Read MoreKakivak Association Provides Funding to Create New Childcare Spaces
June 1, 2022 The Qikiqtani Inuit Association (QIA) today confirmed Kakivak Association’s commitment to provide up to $2,642,640 for the construction of new a childcare centre in Iqaluit. The funds for this initiative come from the Inuit Early Learning and Childcare (IELCC) program, part of Kakivak’s Indigenous Skills and Employment Training Program agreement with Employment […]
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Read MoreYukon schools and First Nations receive $300,000 for student attendance projects
This is a joint news release with Victoria Gold Yukon Student Encouragement Society’s Every Student, Every Day attendance initiative. A total of $300,000 in support has been awarded to 30 Yukon projects from the Victoria Gold Yukon Student Encouragement Society’s Every Student, Every Day fund, which has been operating for 10 years in the territory. […]
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Read MoreYukon University and Champagne and Aishihik First Nations working together to assess impacts of climate change on Traditional Territory
From: Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada May 26, 2022 Champagne and Aishihik First Nations (CAFN) and researchers at Yukon University are working in collaboration to address the effects of climate change thanks to a multi-year research project that will assess the vulnerability of the CAFN Traditional Territory to climate change and permafrost thaw. Today, […]
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Read MoreGNU: Pride Month 2022
26 May 2022 Public Service Announcement Pride Month 2022 Pride Month celebrations are being held across North America from June1−June 30, celebrating the history and diversity of 2SLGBTQ+ or Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, questioning, and plus. June is officially recognized as Pride Month in Canada, with many organizations, governments, and schools flying the […]
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Read MoreInuktitut songbook spreads culture ‘far and wide’ says Iqaluit teacher – Nunatsiaq News
May 25, 2022 Songs by the Jerry Cans, Uvagut among contemporary music included Mary Piercey-Lewis’s new songbook When music teacher Mary Piercey-Lewis first arrived in Nunavut in 2001, she was surprised to find there was no formal music curriculum to teach from. “There were absolutely no music resources for Inuit music,” she said, thinking back […]
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Read MoreIt makes my heart proud.’ Indigenous counsellors celebrate graduation – Cabin Radio
May 24, 2022 There are now 15 more trained Indigenous counsellors in the Northwest Territories. New graduates of the Northern Indigenous Counselling program, hailing from 11 communities across the territory, gathered at the Legislative Assembly on Saturday to celebrate their achievement. “It’s something that I’ve wanted to do for a really long time,” graduate Melissa […]
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Read MoreNa-Cho Nyäk Dun FN: 2022 Pathways To Success Virtual Summit
May 18, 2022 The Indigenous Professional Association of Canada (IPAC), through their Pathways to Success program, is meeting youth where they are at and helping to build their skills to be successful in these job opportunities. This Virtual Summit is an opportunity to network, and connect with employers who will share their summer opportunities! Who […]
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Read MoreNa-Cho Nyäk Dun FN: First Nation Inuit Youth Employment Strategy 2022 Virtual National Science Camp
May 16, 2022 An awesome opportunity to learn more about the field of science from experts across Canada, win cool prizes and meet new people! ARE YOU BETWEEN THE AGES 12-15, FIRST NATION AND INTERESTED IN SCIENCE? IF SO APPLY! Camp Runs From: August 8-12, 2022 Deadline To Submit Application: May 20, 2022 For questions […]
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