S Education
Mainstream Aboriginal Related NewsText
‘To provide a sense of belonging’: Sweetgrass’s nearly $40M school now more than half complete – larongeNOW
Sep 19, 2025 For more than 20 years, Sweetgrass First Nation carried a dream on its books — a new school where culture, language and generations could meet under one roof. That dream is now taking shape. “It was on the capital plan with Indigenous Services Canada (ISC). It was our plan to build a […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreMainstream Aboriginal Related NewsText
Catholic board approves continuation of Indigenous Education Committee – Prince Albert Daily Herald
September 18, 2025 In response to Pope Francis’ Apology for Residential Schools in 2022 and in the spirit of reconciliation, the Prince Albert Catholic School Division created a new Indigenous Education Committee in the division. Director of Education Lorel Trumier gave an update on the committee’s progress during the board’s regular meeting on Sept. 8. […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreIndigenousAudio
Nominations Now Open for 2026 Order of Gabriel Dumont Gold and Silver Medals
Sep 15, 2025 The Order of Gabriel Dumont is a prestigious annual honour awarded to a select few recipients who exemplify outstanding service to the Métis of Canada. This award celebrates individuals whose contributions have significantly impacted the Métis community and is considered one of the Métis Nation’s highest civilian distinctions. The Gold Medal recognizes […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreMainstream Aboriginal Related NewsText
Evacuations of Indigenous communities during wildfires must prioritize keeping families together – The Conversation
September 14, 2025 Across Canada, massive fires and hazardous smoke have forced tens of thousands of people to evacuate from northern and remote communities to shelters and hotels in large cities. For many, their homes, businesses, trap lines and the ecosystems that nourish them are at risk of burning down, or already have. With more […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreIndigenousText
Gabriel Dumont Institute Receives Funding to Strengthen Métis Education and Student Success
Sep 9, 2025 The Gabriel Dumont Institute (GDI) is honoured to receive new funding from the Mastercard Foundation as part of their national commitment to advance education for Indigenous youth across Canada. “This generous gift from the Mastercard Foundation, given in the spirit of reconciliation, will help the Gabriel Dumont Institute better meet the needs […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreMainstream Aboriginal Related NewsText
University of Regina – U of R and Métis Nation–Saskatchewan sign agreement recognizing Métis Nation citizenship – Education News Canada
September 10, 2025 The University of Regina (U of R) and the Métis Nation-Saskatchewan (MN-S) have signed a Citizenship Agreement that formally recognizes and respects Métis Nation-Saskatchewan citizenship. The Citizenship Agreement establishes a clear, collaborative process to ensure that students, employees, and researchers who access equity-based opportunities (such as admission, scholarships, hiring, or research funding […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreIndigenousAudio
SIIT Launches Information Technology Support Specialist Program Expansion in Regina
September 3, 2025 REGINA – Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) is proud to announce a significant expansion of its post-secondary Information Technology Support Specialist (ITSS) programs across Saskatchewan. Building on the success of its Saskatoon-based ITSS program, this new initiative will meet growing demand for Indigenous professionals in health care and other sectors across […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreIndigenousText
$500,000 Scotiabank Travel Bursary to Support Indigenous Students at First Nations University of Canada
Regina, SK — August 28, 2025 – The First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv) announced a transformative three-year, $500,000 investment from ScotiaRISE, Scotiabank’s $500 million community investment initiative. The new Scotiabank Pathways to Success Travel Bursary was established to help remove financial barriers for Indigenous students who need to travel for academic, professional, cultural, or […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreIndigenousAudio
Cree 250: A Land-Based Cree Language Camp Rooted in Creativity and Community
August 28, 2025 From August 3–9, 2025, the First Nations University of Canada Indigenous Language Program hosted Cree 250, a week-long, land-based Cree language course at nêwoskan, its Traditional Campus near St. Louis, Saskatchewan. This immersive course brought together adult learners, fluent speakers, Elders, children, and families to reconnect with nêhiyawêwin through art, land, and community. Participants spent the week […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreIndigenousText
Dr. Merelda Fiddler-Potter, Recipient of a 2025 UofR Alumni Awards & Sports Hall of Fame Award
Dr. Merelda Fiddler-Potter is the 2025 recipient of the University of Regina Alumni Awards & Sports Hall of Fame, Distinguished Professional Achievement Award and is recognized for her academic and professional work over the years. Her acknowledgement for the award is partly due to the numerous scholarships received, most notably the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read More