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Water First and Interlake Reserves Tribal Council Launch New Internship Program

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Water First Education & Training Inc., in partnership with Interlake Reserves Tribal Council (IRTC) and participating communities, is proud to announce a new water treatment plant operator training program for local community members.

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  • WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Water First Education & Training Inc., in partnership with Interlake Reserves Tribal Council (IRTC) and participating communities, is proud to announce a new water treatment plant operator training program for local community members.
  • Interns from the seven Interlake Reserves Tribal Council communities will participate in the 15-month Drinking Water Internship Program to pursue valuable provincial certifications, which help trainees begin their careers in the water field.
  • “We’re excited that the planning and collaboration with Interlake Reserves Tribal Council will result in this group pursuing further education and careers in the water sciences.
  • We hope the success of this program leads to many more collaborative projects in Manitoba.”
    Regarding the launch of the Internship, Interlake Reserves Tribal Council Chief Executive Officer, Karl Zadnik says, “On behalf of the Interlake Reserve Tribal Council, we are proud to be the first Communities in Manitoba to partner with Water First to establish a Water Treatment Internship program for our people.

Land and Economic Reconciliation: Cambium Inc. and Cambium Indigenous Professional Services Forge Groundbreaking Agreement

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cambium Inc. (Cambium) and Cambium Indigenous Professional Services (CIPS) are thrilled to announce a transformative agreement emphasizing land and economic reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.

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  • PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cambium Inc. (Cambium) and Cambium Indigenous Professional Services (CIPS) are thrilled to announce a transformative agreement emphasizing land and economic reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.
  • In a significant step towards fostering full Indigenous ownership, Cambium, a shareholder in CIPS, and CIPS have committed to a share repurchase at fair market value.
  • The Reconciliation Agreement outlines joint efforts to develop project strategies that contribute to enhanced land outcomes while pursuing mutual prosperity.
  • The evolution of our partnership with CIPS signifies our commitment to meaningful engagement with Indigenous Peoples, acknowledging their unique perspectives and contributions."

FirstVoices celebrates International Mother Language Day with the launch of a new version of its free, open-source, Indigenous language platform

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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FPCC is recognized worldwide as a leader in community-based technology development that supports Indigenous language revitalization.

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  • FPCC is recognized worldwide as a leader in community-based technology development that supports Indigenous language revitalization.
  • FPCC’s Language Technology Program complements FirstVoices content development by providing funding and equipment to communities to support language revitalization.
  • In FirstVoices, you can hear and see your language, and work with your language as you need.”
    “With the launch of its latest version, FirstVoices continues to lead the way in Indigenous language revitalization.
  • The launch of the redesigned FirstVoices website and mobile app will make it even easier for everyone to learn Indigenous languages.

CENIC Recognizes Tribal Broadband Bootcamp for Fostering a Network of Indigenous People to Improve Broadband Access and Adoption on Tribal Lands

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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CENIC is pleased to present the 2024 Innovations in Award for Broadband Applications to the Tribal Broadband Bootcamp in recognition of its success in fostering a network of Indigenous people working across Tribal lands to build broadband networks and develop best practices ensuring communities have high-quality Internet access.

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  • CENIC is pleased to present the 2024 Innovations in Award for Broadband Applications to the Tribal Broadband Bootcamp in recognition of its success in fostering a network of Indigenous people working across Tribal lands to build broadband networks and develop best practices ensuring communities have high-quality Internet access.
  • Future-facing or even adequate broadband coverage is routinely lacking for Tribal Californians, especially in the rural and remote areas where they often reside.
  • The Tribal Broadband Bootcamp’s annual 3-day workshops provide an invaluable opportunity for learning and sharing of the knowledge and experience of Tribal networking experts and have had a significant effect on Tribal broadband access and adoption.
  • “The Tribal Broadband Bootcamp's dedication to bridging the digital divide and supporting Tribal self-reliance in broadband access is not just impactful, it is inspirational,” said Louis Fox, CENIC’s Chief Executive Officer.

Minister Boissonnault announces funding to support skills training for Indigenous people across Canada

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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The Skills and Partnership Fund is a project-based program supporting partnerships between Indigenous organizations and employers to provide targeted skills training for Indigenous people for in-demand jobs at the local, regional and national level.

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  • The Skills and Partnership Fund is a project-based program supporting partnerships between Indigenous organizations and employers to provide targeted skills training for Indigenous people for in-demand jobs at the local, regional and national level.
  • It is one of two complementary Indigenous labour market programs delivered by Employment and Social Development Canada, the other one being the distinctions-based Indigenous Skills and Employment Training Program.
  • These initiatives not only address skills shortages in Canada but also contribute to the empowerment of our Indigenous peoples through meaningful employment."
  • The Skills and Partnership Fund aims to close the skills and employment gaps between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people and to increase Indigenous participation in the labour market by ensuring that Indigenous people have improved skills and employment opportunities.

Minister Boissonnault announces funding to make post-secondary education more affordable for Indigenous youth

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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That is why the Government of Canada continues to make meaningful investments in youth through its comprehensive array of youth programming.

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  • That is why the Government of Canada continues to make meaningful investments in youth through its comprehensive array of youth programming.
  • Today, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, announced an additional $6 million for Indspire for their Building Brighter Futures: Bursaries, Scholarships and Awards program.
  • This funding, provided through the Supports for Student Learning Program, will allow Indspire to offer scholarships and bursaries to 2,400 Indigenous students across Canada so they can pursue post-secondary training.
  • The Supports for Student Learning Program funds organizations that help students to stay in school, continue their studies, and gain new skills that will help them succeed in their education.

Des Nedhe Group and EPCOR launching new partnership to develop water treatment facility at Grasswood Junction

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF CORMAN PARK, SK, Feb. 27, 2024 /CNW/ - The Des Nedhe Group (Des Nedhe), the 100% owned development arm of the English River First Nation, and EPCOR Utilities Inc. (EPCOR) announced a working partnership to develop a new water treatment facility and associated infrastructure to provide potable water to several proposed residential, commercial and industrial developments within Corman Park and the area surrounding Grasswood Junction, Des Nedhe's reserve property just south of Saskatoon.

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  • RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF CORMAN PARK, SK, Feb. 27, 2024 /CNW/ - The Des Nedhe Group (Des Nedhe), the 100% owned development arm of the English River First Nation, and EPCOR Utilities Inc. (EPCOR) announced a working partnership to develop a new water treatment facility and associated infrastructure to provide potable water to several proposed residential, commercial and industrial developments within Corman Park and the area surrounding Grasswood Junction, Des Nedhe's reserve property just south of Saskatoon.
  • Des Nedhe and EPCOR also hope to partner in ongoing business arrangements to further socio-economic development opportunities for the Nation and build additional water and wastewater management capacity among its members.
  • This partnership with EPCOR will continue to support English River First Nation and Des Nedhe's growth in the water and wastewater infrastructure development at Grasswoods Junction," said Sean Willy, President and CEO, Des Nedhe Group.
  • "EPCOR has been an outstanding new partner and will be key to the unique partnership already established with the Rural Municipality of Corman Park.

Mats Unlimited and Williams Lake First Nation Join Forces in Access Matting Collaboration

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 27, 2024 /CNW/ - Mats Unlimited , a leading Canadian Access Mat manufacturer, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Williams Lake First Nation .

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 27, 2024 /CNW/ - Mats Unlimited , a leading Canadian Access Mat manufacturer, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Williams Lake First Nation .
  • This collaboration intends to meet the growing demand for high-quality access matting while promoting economic growth and environmental sustainability.
  • "We are thrilled to work with Williams Lake First Nation and together make a positive impact in the access matting industry, while supporting local communities in the process," said Paul Stasiewich, Director at Mats Unlimited.
  • Kirk Dressler, Director of Legal of Corporate Services for Williams Lake First Nations adds: "We're very excited about this new partnership with Mats Unlimited.

NATIONAL INDIGENOUS ECONOMIC ORGANIZATIONS SPEARHEAD FIRST NATIONS PROCUREMENT ORGANIZATION

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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OTTAWA, ON, Feb. 27, 2024 /CNW/ - Five national Indigenous economic organizations have banded together with full support of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) to create a first of its kind, First Nations Procurement Organization (FNPO).

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Feb. 27, 2024 /CNW/ - Five national Indigenous economic organizations have banded together with full support of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) to create a first of its kind, First Nations Procurement Organization (FNPO).
  • The FNPO brings together organizations and leadership from within the First Nations economic landscape from coast to coast to coast.
  • AFOA CANADA - "Through the establishment of this Indigenous Procurement Organization, we are not just shaping an economic landscape; we are honoring the principles of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples."
  • Many Indigenous organizations are collaborating to improve economic opportunities for First Nations across Canada.

Government of Canada releases 2024-2030 Action Plan on Sexually Transmitted and Blood-Borne Infections

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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OTTAWA, ON, Feb. 27, 2024 /CNW/ - Sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) are largely preventable, treatable, and in many cases curable.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Feb. 27, 2024 /CNW/ - Sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) are largely preventable, treatable, and in many cases curable.
  • However, rates of sexually transmitted infections in Canada have increased over the last decade—gonorrhea rates have doubled since 2012, and syphilis rates are five times what they were.
  • That is why today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, launched the Government of Canada's sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) action plan 2024-2030 and announced $2.45 million in funding to address STBBI in Canada.
  • The Action Plan will continue to work towards reducing STBBI related stigma, to prevent new and reoccurring infections and connect people to testing, prevention, treatment and care."