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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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Connecting the dots : progress highlights : aboriginal workforce and economic development in Alberta

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This report provides snapshots of change highlighting how things are being done differently as a result of the recommendations which came out of the report Connecting the Dots: Aboriginal... More ≫

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This report provides snapshots of change highlighting how things are being done differently as a result of the recommendations which came out of the report Connecting the Dots: Aboriginal Workforce and Economic Development in Alberta, which was released in May 2011. Particular stories and activities have been selected to convey how partnerships and collaborations are positively impacting Aboriginal people and communities, and the province of Alberta overall.

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Government of Alberta response : 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 and a four-member MLA Committee was appointed to write a report and put forward recommendations for... More ≫

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The First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) Workforce Planning Initiative was launched in 2008 and a four-member MLA Committee was appointed to write a report and put forward recommendations for consideration. The report, released in 2010 and entitled Connecting the Dots: Aboriginal Workforce and Economic Development in Alberta, included 30 recommendations. The Government of Alberta accepts 28 recommendations and accepts in principle two recommendations, and this document contains the government response to each of the 30 recommendations.

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Aboriginal Economic Partnerships annual results

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The annual results summarize the Ministry key initiatives supporting Aboriginal economic development in Alberta.

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First Nations Women’s Council on Economic Security : 2016 report and recommendations and Government of Alberta response

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Presents six recommendations and the related government responses for the following priorities: leadership and empowerment; professional development; traditional restorative justice; access to... More ≫

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Presents six recommendations and the related government responses for the following priorities: leadership and empowerment; professional development; traditional restorative justice; access to justice; improved access to post-secondary education (including filling allocated spaces for Indigenous students in all faculties); and restoration of funding for upgrading Indigenous representation on school boards.

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Métis Women’s Council on Economic Security : 2017 report and recommendations and Government of Alberta response

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Presents nine recommendations made to the government by the Métis Women's Council on Economic Security in 2017, and the related government responses to the recommendations. Recommendations cover... More ≫

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Presents nine recommendations made to the government by the Métis Women's Council on Economic Security in 2017, and the related government responses to the recommendations. Recommendations cover the child intervention system, safety for Indigenous women, support for Indigenous people transitioning to urban centres, Indigenous tourism, social justice, collaboration in the development of government programs and services, and entrepreneurial and employment opportunities resulting from the legalization of cannabis. The Council was established in 2013 to provide advice and recommendations to the Government of Alberta on strategies to improve the economic security of Indigenous women in Alberta.

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First Nations Economic Partnerships Initiative annual results

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The First Nations Economic Partnerships Initiative (FNEPI) is a cross-ministry program led by International, Intergovernmental and Aboriginal Relations. Each program under FNEPI is administered by... More ≫

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The First Nations Economic Partnerships Initiative (FNEPI) is a cross-ministry program led by International, Intergovernmental and Aboriginal Relations. Each program under FNEPI is administered by one of the following Government of Alberta Ministries: International, Intergovernmental and Aboriginal Relations & Employment, Immigration and Industry. The First Nations Economic Partnerships Initiative (FNEPI) was developed in consultation with First Nations and industry. It is designed to increase First Nations participation in the economy by: Supporting the development of effective partnerships between First Nations, industry, government and other stakeholders; Strengthening First Nations economic capacity; Assisting in the development of a viable First Nations private sector.

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First Nations Women’s Council on Economic Security : 2014 report and recommendations and Government of Alberta response

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The First Nation's Women’s Council on Economic Security was established to provide advice and recommendations to the Government of Alberta on strategies to improve the economic security of... More ≫

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The First Nation's Women’s Council on Economic Security was established to provide advice and recommendations to the Government of Alberta on strategies to improve the economic security of Indigenous women in Alberta. This report presents recommendations and the related government responses on the following priorities: education, missing and murdered women, Indigenous peoples as partners,

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First Nations Development Fund Grant Program annual results

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The First Nations Development Fund grant program is available to First Nation band councils in Alberta, and supports the well being and self reliance of First Nations communities through the... More ≫

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The First Nations Development Fund grant program is available to First Nation band councils in Alberta, and supports the well being and self reliance of First Nations communities through the funding of economic, social and community development projects. This annual report presents the history of the grant process, how it is funded, and what projects used grant funding for the year.

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Advice to the Government of Alberta for consideration in the development of the North Saskatchewan Regional Plan

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The North Saskatchewan Regional Advisory Council was appointed by Cabinet to provide strategic advice in the development of the North Saskatchewan Regional Plan. In its advice submitted to the... More ≫

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The North Saskatchewan Regional Advisory Council was appointed by Cabinet to provide strategic advice in the development of the North Saskatchewan Regional Plan. In its advice submitted to the government in December 2014, the council provided 69 recommendations in six topic areas: managing wetlands and lakes as part of watershed management; supporting biodiversity in the region; inclusion of Indigenous Peoples in land-use planning; community growth and community land-use planning; management of outdoor recreation; and economic development.

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