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Connecting the dots : aboriginal workforce and economic development in Alberta

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The First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) Workforce Planning Initiative was launched in 2008. Over an 18-month period, the four-member MLA Committee which was appointed led an engagement process... More ≫

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The First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) Workforce Planning Initiative was launched in 2008. Over an 18-month period, the four-member MLA Committee which was appointed led an engagement process that included government-to-government meetings with First Nations and Métis leaders; urban Aboriginal dialogues; and meetings with educational institutions, training providers, service delivery, community and economic development organizations, other levels of government, employers, and industry. The focus of the engagement was increasing the participation of Aboriginal people in Alberta’s work force and economy. From all the discussions, input and information gathered the Committee has made 30 recommendations, which are included in this report.

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A guide to aboriginal organizations in Alberta

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Comprehensive directory for native organizations in Alberta containing contact data for community associations, social services, Bands, Friendship Centres, arts/crafts and educational groups.... More ≫

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Comprehensive directory for native organizations in Alberta containing contact data for community associations, social services, Bands, Friendship Centres, arts/crafts and educational groups. Indexed by personal name and type of organization, including Indian Bands/First Nations.

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Promising practices in First Nations, Métis and Inuit education : case studies of two Alberta schools

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The report, Promising Practices in First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education is part of the ongoing work of Alberta Education's, First Nations, Metis and Inuit Services Branch to identify school... More ≫

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The report, Promising Practices in First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education is part of the ongoing work of Alberta Education's, First Nations, Metis and Inuit Services Branch to identify school based practices that support positive outcomes for First Nations Metis and Inuit (FNMI) students. The in-depth, case studies of two Alberta schools is in direct response Alberta's Commission on Learning (2003) Recommendation #40 supporting an education system that encourages diversity of programming for FNMI students and learns from innovative programs. The two schools highlighted in this report were selected from a total of sixteen pilot schools in the recently completed First Nations Metis and Inuit (FMNI) School-Community Learning Environment Project. The report provides a literature review of current research in Aboriginal Education followed by a background section providing an overview of the project. The literature review provides the foundation for the report as it sets out five common...

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First Nations, Métis and Inuit School-Community Learning Environment Project : promising practices

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In March 2003, Alberta Education began preparatory work for the First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) School-Community Learning Environment Project to address a recognized achievement gap between... More ≫

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In March 2003, Alberta Education began preparatory work for the First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) School-Community Learning Environment Project to address a recognized achievement gap between FNMI and non FNMI learners. Implementation of the project occurred during the 2004-05 school year with the objective of addressing the needs of FNMI learners in sixteen pilot schools across Alberta. A collaborative approach among school staffs, Aboriginal parents, Elders, jurisdiction leaders, Alberta Education, and Aboriginal communities resulted in the implementation of a wide variety of innovative practices designed to improve FNMI student outcomes at individual pilot schools. The FNMI School-Community Learning Environment Project - Promising Practices Report (2007) highlights these promising practices in light of current research. Current research regarding factors that contribute to First Nations, Metis and Inuit (FNMI) student success in schools has increased over the past few years...

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First Nations, Metis and Inuit education policy framework

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The Native Education Policy Review is part of Alberta Learning’s commitment to enhance educational opportunities for Aboriginal learners in the province, and to develop an ongoing dialogue with... More ≫

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The Native Education Policy Review is part of Alberta Learning’s commitment to enhance educational opportunities for Aboriginal learners in the province, and to develop an ongoing dialogue with Aboriginal communities and other education stakeholders.

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Aboriginal Studies 10-20-30 : program rationale and philosophy

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The focal point of Aboriginal Studies 10–20–30 is the wealth and diverse nature of Aboriginal languages and cultures. The program of studies explores concepts within the students’ own unique... More ≫

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The focal point of Aboriginal Studies 10–20–30 is the wealth and diverse nature of Aboriginal languages and cultures. The program of studies explores concepts within the students’ own unique context. It is intended to provide a conceptual framework for all learners to enhance understanding of the diverse Aboriginal cultures within their region, Canada and the world. The term “Aboriginal” refers to First Nations, Métis and Inuit.

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