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First Nations Development Fund grant program guide. Third edition

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The objective of the First Nations Development Fund grant program is to support First Nation’s band councils in their efforts to improve socio-economic conditions in their communities. This guide... More ≫

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The objective of the First Nations Development Fund grant program is to support First Nation’s band councils in their efforts to improve socio-economic conditions in their communities. This guide is for use by First Nations’ staff that manage Fund projects in their First Nation.

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First Nations Development Fund grant program guide. Second edition

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The objective of the First Nations Development Fund grant program is to support First Nation’s band councils in their efforts to improve socio-economic conditions in their communities. This guide... More ≫

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The objective of the First Nations Development Fund grant program is to support First Nation’s band councils in their efforts to improve socio-economic conditions in their communities. This guide is for use by First Nations’ staff that manage Fund projects in their First Nation.

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Working group report on the year one action plan, March 2010-August 2011

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It is important to recognize and acknowledge the good news, the increased collaboration, communication and other positive shifts taking place throughout the province in FNMI education. Since the... More ≫

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It is important to recognize and acknowledge the good news, the increased collaboration, communication and other positive shifts taking place throughout the province in FNMI education. Since the introduction of Alberta Education's Business Plan Goal 3: Success for FNMI Students, the establishment of the FNMI Education Partnership Council and the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding for First Nations Education in Alberta, Working Group members have noted positive changes.

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First Nations Development Fund Grant Program guide. [First edition]

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This guide has been developed for use by First Nations staff who administer or manage First Nations Development Fund projects in their First Nation. It may include designated First Nations FNDF... More ≫

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This guide has been developed for use by First Nations staff who administer or manage First Nations Development Fund projects in their First Nation. It may include designated First Nations FNDF contact, designated signing authority of FNDF grant applications, designate to report on project funding, finance officers, First Nation auditors.

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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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Our way is a valid way : professional educator resource : a WNCP professional development resource for educators

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This is a professional development tool to help educators deepen their understanding of First Nations, Métis and Inuit perspectives, histories, cultures, traditional practices, protocols, and... More ≫

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This is a professional development tool to help educators deepen their understanding of First Nations, Métis and Inuit perspectives, histories, cultures, traditional practices, protocols, and languages in western and northern Canada. This deeper understanding will in turn help educators design learning experiences for all students that contribute to their analysis, understanding, and appreciation of FNMI issues and challenges.

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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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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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(FNMI) language and culture twelve-year (kindergarten to Grade 12) template

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This template was developed by Alberta Education with the advice and input of First Nations and Métis elders, community experts and teachers to assist school authorities in the development of... More ≫

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This template was developed by Alberta Education with the advice and input of First Nations and Métis elders, community experts and teachers to assist school authorities in the development of First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) language and culture course outlines. The template can be used and adapted as necessary so that a locally developed course outline meets the needs and requirements associated with the focus language and culture in the community.

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