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What began in 1980 as the Society for Encouragement of Northern Talent, has today, nearly 30 years later, into the NWT’s premier summer festivals. True to its roots, Folk on the Rocks continues to encourage the development of northern talent. We have something unique to offer people from the north, south, and far beyond. We are known for programming a culturally diverse music festival, with 50 % northern performers, and 50% southern. It is this mix of talent that provides a rare opportunity for our northern artists to collaborate and learn from artists in the south. In addition, our southern performers learn from their experience at Folk on the Rocks. In addition to our 3 day festival, which happens every third week in July, we also host several events throughout the year, and have programmes that focus on the development of our youth talent in particular. The festival is more than just music. It’s a celebration of fun, of family and friends, of making connections, and of our unique and beautiful northern summer. Known for our northern hospitality, our beautiful site located on the sandy shores of Long Lake in Yellowknife, and our cultural diversity, Folk on the Rocks has become a favourite on the festival circuit in Canada.
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While more research is clearly needed to obtain a comprehensive understanding of suicide in all populations, including Aboriginal people, action can’t be put on hold at the community level.
It is no secret that suicide is a serious community health problem for Inuit, First Nations and Metis people. Although Aboriginal people are about 3% of Canada’s population, they experience the tragedy and loss of up to 10% of all suicide deaths. However, like the diversity found in any population there are wide variations in rates across the country. While more research is clearly needed to obtain a comprehensive understanding of suicide in all populations, including Aboriginal people, action can’t be put on hold at the community level. We applaud the 2007 report, Suicide Among Aboriginal People in Canada, commissioned by the Aboriginal Healing Foundation that included a list of recommended programs to provide a starting point for community-based development of local initiatives. The listed programs all have an Aboriginal community focus where the program is either: 1) community created and driven; 2) adapted in part, or in whole, by the community; or 3) intended to help the community mobilize toward a community created and implemented prevention initiative. All of the programs are considered reasonable places to start in developing a comprehensive suicide prevention program. Release of the 2009 Nunavut discussion paper, Using Knowledge and Experience as a Foundation for Action, reinforces this community development focus.
ASIST PROGRAM LivingWorks was honoured to have its Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) program included on the list. ASIST is a two-day, interactive, skillbuilding workshop to prepare all caregivers including professionals, parapro-
fessionals, and lay people to intervene in a suicide crisis. It has been in place for 25 years, is multilingual and has over 3,500 trainers worldwide. ASIST helps caregivers of any kind become more ready, willing, and able to help someone at risk any time, any place and in any situation. Evaluations show caregivers’ knowledge and confidence to respond to a person at risk of suicide are increased, intervention skills are retained over time and they are applied to save lives. Although the core content is standardized for all groups, trainers working in different settings and varied cultures are experienced in adapting the content so that it is relevant for any group of participants. One of the cross-cultural benefits of having a minimum of two trainers presenting the workshop is the opportunity for trainers with diverse backgrounds and cultural perspectives to work as a team in presenting the workshop. The success of this kind of working together has led to other projects to strengthen the program’s relevance for Aboriginal audiences. A great example of this kind of cooperation is the work of the Calgary Urban Aboriginal Suicide Prevention Committee II-PAATAA-PII (IPTP), a coalition of social service agencies and Aboriginal community members that provide ASIST workshops to Aboriginal communities. LivingWorks is equally proud of its ongoing work with the First Nations and Inuit Suicide Prevention Association of Quebec to help more Aboriginal people become ASIST trainers. One of the most exciting projects for LivingWorks was the opportunity to work closely with Inuit leaders in Nunavut to develop and provide participant workshop materials in Inuktitut, and more recently to participate in a collaborative training initiative with the Government of Nunavut (GN), Nunavut Tunngavik Inc (NI) and Isaksimagit Innuisirmi Katujjiqatigiit (Embrace Life Council). Continued on page 4
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We are proud to be an included provider of training on the Indian Health Services (IHS) Community Suicide Prevention Website. The purpose of the website is to provide American Indian and Alaska Native communities with culturally appropriate information about best and promising practices, training opportunities, and other relevant information regarding suicide prevention and intervention. The ASIST Program is used across Indian country, in many communities including Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, ND & SD, Warm Springs Tribe, Oregon, and other Tribes. Local trainers have also partnered with the State of New Mexico, and IHS in Albuquerque to provide training in New Mexico.
suicideTALK At LivingWorks, we are always looking for ways to improve our programs to help local leaders create suicide-safer communities appropriate to their culture and community circumstances. The format of suicideTALK, our innovative, 1-2 hour awareness program, has been modified for easy adaptation with background pictures and text for use with different communities and groups. SuicideTALK is for anyone in a community interested in the problem of suicide. It is organized around the sensitive question: "Should we talk about suicide?� The benefits and dangers of open and public talk can be compared to keeping it taboo and cloaked in silence. Participants are able to explore strongly held personal and cultural attitudes about suicide in a safe and supportive environment with skilled and caring trainers. We have been working with experienced trainers in Saskatchewan and now have an exciting new revision for community trainers that allows them to easily adapt suicideTALK for any Inuit, First Nations or Metis group.
ested in becoming suicide alert and able to safely connect someone at risk to a community helper with ASIST or other suicide prevention training. It is short, intensive, and capable of surfacing challenging emotions and increased hope. Participants become aware of how persons with thoughts of suicide are sometimes missed, dismissed and avoided. In only a few hours, participants learn how to be more alert to someone with thoughts of suicide and know how to link them to available resources. There is a rapidly growing library of training scenarios that illustrate suicide alertness in many contexts: transit systems, medical offices, disaster aftermath, school settings, military situations, coworker friendships, family relationships and Good Samaritan strangers. Partner opportunities to make the training more relevant for local leaders and community-based programs are limitless. New partnerships are welcomed to expand the pool of scenarios to include aboriginal situations and. LivingWorks welcomes all opportunities to honour the principles of community development in creating suicide-safer places to live.
For more information please contact us at info@livingworks.net or call 403 209 0242. www.livingworks.net.
safeTALK Our newest program, safeTALK, was developed with cultural adaptations and different groups in mind at the outset. It provides half-day training for a broad range of community members inter-
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Gold Mineralization in the Greenstone belt has been making front page news in recent months as old mining camps have been revived and explored for new discoveries. Several of the mines in this district were left with ore in place within the mine workings and closed in the late 1960’s due to a weak gold price. Ginoogaming First Nation near Longlac, Ontario, has joined this upsurge in interest for the search for gold in the area by planning to explore several areas on their land. Ginoogaming First Nation has enlisted the services of Premier Gold Mines Limited who have been successfully exploring and developing gold resources at the Hardrock Project in the Geraldton, Ontario area. Ginoogaming intends to partner with Premier to explore Ginoogaming land and to assist in the creation of an exploration company that would give Ginoogaming long term benefits including jobs to the community. Ginoogaming First Nation will soon sign a Memorandum of Understanding for the Hardrock Project. Next, the investigation of the Ginoogaming reserve property with Premier Gold Mines Limited will commence to find prospective targets and commence a drill program. Initial discussions have begun with Premier Gold Mines Limited for this partnership. All that remains is the start up date where the community will find out what the elders have been telling them all along about the gold on the reserve. Chief Celia Echum Ginoogaming First Nation
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Katimavik, which means “meeting place” in the Inuktituk language, was born from the vision of former Senator and humanist, Mr. Jacques Hébert. With the help of his friend and Prime Minister, Pierre Elliot Trudeau, they created a program that to this day has impacted hundred’s of thousands of people. Right from the beginning Katimavik has offered youth the possibility to engage in volunteer service. Its founder wanted to give young Canadians from all walks of life the chance to discover their country, improve interpersonal skills and be involved in their communities. Additionally, learning Canada’s official languages and protecting the environment have always been an integral part of the program through workshops and multi-language learning environments. Through Katimavik, Hébert hoped to foster intercultural exchanges, give hope to youth with limited opportunities and raise their awareness of their country’s realities. What motivated Hébert most of all in the early days of the program was young people’s need to communicate and learn about each other.
Katimavik is a national volunteer service organization that aims to empower youth to make a significant contribution to local communities and participate in nation-building while fostering their personal and professional development by promoting community involvement, training, and group life this offers a diverse experience to better understand the growing Canadian culture. Katimavik challenges youth-volunteer through encouraging leadership skills and learning about service learning programs that are specific to each different community. Youth 17 to 21 years old live in groups of 11 while living in three different communities’ throughout the country. Participants will work approximately 35 hours per week in volunteer community projects and participate in structured learning activities tailored to their interests. The participants in the program are given equal opportunities to participate and come from all types of backgrounds that represent Canada’s socio-cultural mosaic. Participants range from someone who wants to take a year off school before engaging in a post-secondary education to youth looking for something new in their lives. A good majority of potential participants have finished high school and moved on to post-secondary but are still unaware of their options for the future. Continued on page 10
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Continued from page 9 These participants are given possibilities with work experience and learning different cultures. Katimaviks’ five learning programs include leadership, environmental awareness, cultural discovery, healthy lifestyle and the learning of Canada’s official languages. Through the program participants are able to acquire knowledge and skills within a unique, informal setting that allows them to ‘learn by doing’ and live with other youth. This makes the experience enjoyable and fulfilling
FACTS • Since 1977, Katimavik has enabled over 30,000 Canadians to be involved in more than 2,000 communities throughout the country. • Approximately 1,000 youth participate in the program each year. • There are 99 communities hosting Katimavik groups this year. • Katimavik partners with more than 650 community non-profit organizations each year. • Katimavik is Canada’s leading national youth volunteer-service program. Participant selection Candidates who have completed the on-line application form (www.katimavik.org) must fill out and return the candidate's file:
In Katimavik, group life is considered a rich source of learning for participants. After all, you live in three different communities with a Project Leader and ten other youth. Each participant is a representation of the five different regions in Canada. A Katimavik group is usually composed of: • a project leader • one person from British Columbia or Yukon • two people from the Prairies, Northwest Territories or Nunavut • four people from Ontario • three people from Quebec • one person from the Atlantic provinces These groups live in three different cities or towns, two are English speaking and one is French speaking. In each rotation the participants are able to spend up to 14 days billeting with a family to better understand the culture of the community they are living in. Participant’s will be given the chance to adapt to each location they are in whether it is through eating the local food, learning the local language, following local traditions or adjusting to the climate. Participants are challenged to get used to the different situations and help each other adapt. The volunteer work projects participants volunteer for while in the host communities are all non-profit organizations from several activity sectors. These sectors include; education, social assistance, outdoor and environmental conservation, working with underprivileged or special needs, helping with the organization of special events or the arts. With the help of the participants this often allows the non-profit organization to carry out projects that they normally would not have been able to do otherwise which in turn enriches the community.
1. Medical form 2. Criminal record check 3. Questionnaire 4. A copy of a document proving your age and your status as a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Once Katimavik has received these documents, the application is complete. Participant are selected according to socio-demographic criteria, the approval of the medical file and criminal record check, and on a first come, first served basis. Groups of eleven participants are then formed, ensuring equal representation of men and women, as well as proportional geographic representation. Groups are made up of 70% Englishspeaking members and 30% French-speaking members. Participants are accompanied by a project leader who is specially trained for the program. The project leader lives with the group in the community for the entire duration of the project. Continued on page 11
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Continued from page 10 Changed lives after Katimavik For Lisa Bachellier, of Cambridge Bay NU, the experience allowed her to discover what profession she would like to work in. Through her travels with Katimavik she worked at a day care in Saskatchewan, as an events coordinator in Ontario, and in New Foundland she worked in maintenance and construction. Lisa also states that she was able to build a work ethic, resume and social skills from the different job experiences as well as learn to work with different supervisors. For Bonnie Masuskapoe of the Aht Aht Akoop First Nations in SK, the experience allowed her to realize her own potential. Having been raised on a reserve her whole life, she was not aware of the opportunities available to her. Thanks to her Katimavik experience she is now a more confident and independent person who is able to face any challenge presented to her. Katimavik helped Bonnie to discover who she is and helped her feel proud about her vision and ideas on life.
things to help others gives you a different perspective on life. Adam looked forward to returning to his reserve to show people that life is worth living, that there are people waiting to help and that there is a whole world to explore! CHANGES TO KATIMAVIK Katimavik’s aim is to continue to provide the best youth service program possible which not only gives participants the chance for growth and learning but also meets there interests. Because of this the 2009-2010 program will not only include the 9 month classic Katimavik program but four additional specialized programs as well.
The Four programs Katimavik Classic • The participants will volunteer for nine months in three communities • It will be the longest of the Katimavik experiences and also the most complete. All six areas of learning (Leadership, Healthy Living, Cultural Discovery, Official Languages, Environment and Portfolio) will be included in the program. This will allow participants to learn basics in variety of areas and encourage learning about them self. • Participants are billeted in each of the three communities • Participants who successfully complete the program will be entitled to a $1000 bursary
When asked if Katimavik was a good forum to learn more about other cultures and show their own, many participants agreed that it was a great opportunity to learn about Canada’s diverse populations. Adam Hoof, from Calgary AB, says that Katimavik allowed him the “…opportunity to talk to people about all aspects of life and to see where people are coming from.” Adam now realizes that meeting different people and doing
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Not afraid of challenges and adventure? A unique 9 month training program enables you to learn through volunteer work and group life in 3 Canadian regions. Katimavik assumes the cost of transportation, food and lodging, and awards you a $1,000 grant upon completion of the program.
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Cultural discovery and civic participation • Participants will leave for 6 months and work in three different communities. • To promote cultural discovery, each community will be very diverse; a large city, a rural environment and a northern community. • The commitment to citizenship and learning a second language will be integrated as a basic element into the learning programs. • Participants will work with community partners allowing them to better understand the notion of social commitment. • The program activities will emphasize the various facets of active citizenship • Participants who successfully finish the program and meet the requirements will be entitled to a $500 bursary Eco-citizenship and active living • Participants will leave for 6 months and work in three different communities. • This program will emphasize a healthy lifestyle and the practice of Ecocitizenship. Participants will have the opportunity to contribute to the solution of real environmental problems, to conduct concrete actions in environmental protection and to engage in sports and outdoor activities in order to learn about the local environment. • Participants will work with partner organizations allowing them to implement the theme into their work environment. • The commitment to citizenship and learning a second language will be integrated as a basic element into the learning program. • The program activities will emphasize Ecocitizenship and active living: like ecotourist hikes, excursions, winter camping, etc. • Participants who successfully finish the program and meet the requirements will be entitled to a $500 bursary.
Second language and cultural diversity • Participants will leave for 6 months and work in two different communities. One community will be western English-speaking while the other will be French immersion in a Quebec community. • The program offers linguistic immersion which takes place during volunteer work, group living and billeting with the host families. • The Katimavik Second Language and Cultural Diversity program will emphasize second language immersion and an educational approach based on mutual cooperation between peers. • A commitment to citizenship will also be integrated as a basic element into the learning program. • Participants will work with community partners to integrate the theme into their working environment with emphasis on interaction with customers and/or beneficiaries. • Participants who successfully finish the program and meet the requirements will be entitled to a $500 bursary The reasons that youth join the program are numerous. Participants want a new beginning and to travel, they are curious about the adventure and of meeting new people, and they want to learn new skills through volunteering and making a difference in other people’s lives. Many of our 28,000 alumni say that this is the best thing they have done in their life. It is a great place to allow your thoughts and motivations become a reality. With that being said, Katimavik challenges you to; Get out there for a change! 2100 Pierre-Dupuy Avenue Wing 2, Suite 3010 Cité du Havre, Montréal, Québec H3C 3R5 Telephone: 514 868-0898 or 1 888 525-1503 www.katimavik.org
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A program of fundamental change in medical education programs and approach to Aboriginal communities and Aboriginal health is underway in the Faculty of Medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland. An award of $187,500 over two years from the Aboriginal Health Human Resources Initiative Atlantic Region Competition will allow the Faculty of Medicine to develop a set of bridging programs, make revisions to the undergraduate medical curriculum, and reconfigure the faculty’s new master’s of public health program to ensure cultural relevance and sensitivity. This is part of a national effort to implement Indigenous health curriculum in all 17 medical schools. Dr. James Rourke, Dean of Medicine at Memorial University, said this three-part program will bring Memorial to the forefront of the national effort to enhance the cultural sen-
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sitivity of health professional education and the presence of Aboriginal peoples in the country’s health professions. Memorial’s project will involve close collaborative development with First Nations, Inuit, Métis communities and health providers throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. Dr. Michael Jong, full-time clinical faculty member in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, and Dr. Catherine Donovan, Division of Community Health and Humanities, are co-chairs of this project. Dr. Carolyn Sturge Sparkes has been hired as project co-ordinator. Dr. Jong has worked for 26 years in Goose Bay, and has close ties with the Aboriginal communities of Labrador. He is in the process of broadening his connections with Aboriginal groups on the Island. Dr. Donovan led the development of the master’s in public health program, and her expertise will help revise that program as well as lead in the revisions to the medical curriculum Dr. Sturge Sparkes has a PhD from McGill University in curriculum development and has worked with First Nations peoples in Quebec and other parts of Canada to determine ways to attract more students to pursue higher education.
Dr. James Rourke, Dean of Medicine
At Memorial, her job will involve developing bridging programs to help the Faculty of Medicine reach out more effectively to the Aboriginal populations of the province. This includes an outreach program to increase awareness among Aboriginal high school students about the possibilities of a career in the health professions and raise their familiarity with Memorial’s Faculty of Medicine. It also includes planning to set aside two seats in the first-year medical class for Aboriginal students, and the reconfiguration of the admission criteria and the interview process in order to fill those seats. A mentorship program and tutoring facility will be introduced for successful Aboriginal applicants to ensure their success through the medical program, as well as special rotations in Aboriginal community settings to help link their medical education with their cultural background. Continued on page 16
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16 Continued from page 15 “The Faculty of Medicine will develop a transition year for Aboriginals with bachelor’s degrees, designed to improve their chance of admission to medical school,” explained Dr. Sturge Sparkes. “I will also be working with others on the revision of the undergraduate medical program from a culturally sensitive position, in collaboration with community partners in the province’s Aboriginal organizations. We want a medical education curriculum that is welcoming to Aboriginal medical students and ensures that other medical students receive an education that fully addresses the health, wellness and care needs of the province’s Aboriginal populations.” Dr. Sturge Sparkes has already made contact with Aboriginal students at Memorial to discuss their concerns and what supports they need. In January the first advisory committee meeting for the Aboriginal health initiative will be held with First Nations, Métis and Inuit representatives. The proposed design of the new master’s of public health program will include the examination and revision of the approach and content of existing courses that are part of the program, and culturally sensitive design of all the new courses developed. The program will also be designed to include at least one practicum opportunity in a First Nations, Inuit or Métis setting. Dr. Donovan said that in addition to the proposed design changes for Memorial’s master’s in public health program, the Faculty of Medicine has worked with the National Consortium on Aboriginal and Rural Public Health Education to adapt one or more of Memorial's graduate courses for online delivery across the country and to promote enhance access to public health education for Aboriginal students.
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The First Nation University of Canada, National School of Dental Therapy (NSDT) is located in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan and is the only facility in North America that provides dental therapy training for both First Nations and non-First Nations People. WHAT IS A DENTAL THERAPIST? Dental Therapists provide basic dental care services for both individual patients and the community.They work with community health teams to promote oral health and prevention of dental diseases and provide support services that assist communities assess their own health needs, plan dental clinics and operate dental therapy programs.
HOW DO I APPLY? Minimal course entry requirements are: Grade 12 Diploma in the Saskatchewan high school systems or an acceptable Canadian high school equivalent
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DIPLOMA IN DENTAL THERAPY The diploma in Dental Therapy is obtained through an intensive two year program involving both academic study and clinical practice. This includes an 8-week field clinical in a First Nations/Inuit community. Other courses offered by NSDT include: Dental Therapy Re-Certification Course for Dental Therapists who have been out of the workforce and re-certification may be a condition for employment. Permanent Extraction Module for Dental Therapists without previous permanent extraction training. Occupations Dental Therapists may work for Health Canada: for the Government of Northwest Territories, Nunavut or the Yukon: for First Nations Health Authorities; and may operate in private practice where provincial legislation allows.
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GROWING THROUGH FIRST NATION’S PARTNERSHIPS
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In 2003 Buffalo entered into an agreement to partner with FLERC to drill for oil and gas on a portion of the FLFN Reserve lands. At that time, both companies were just starting up and had very little oil and gas production or cash. The companies combined their resources and began drilling successful oil wells. Cash generated from the sale of oil was then reinvested into additional drilling as well as purchase of oil wells. To date, FLERC and Buffalo have drilled 95 wells on the FLFN
Reserve and have an interest in a total of 212 wells. This ongoing success has led to Buffalo and FLERC producing a total of 2700 barrels of oil equivalent per day from the Frog Lake Reserve, split 50/50 between the two companies. This success has also enabled FLERC and Buffalo to partner with other oil and gas companies to increase their drilling activity on the Frog Lake lands with the result that production from the FLFN Reserve now totals 5000 barrels of oil equivalent per day. FLFN lands were recently approved to allow for additional drilling and Buffalo estimates over 200 new wells can be drilled, which should significantly increase production for FLERC and Buffalo. Most of these new wells will be drilled from existing surface locations to minimize the amount of new surface construction and the impact on the environment. Largely through its partnership with Buffalo, FLERC has grown to be one of the largest and most successful First Nations-owned oil and gas companies in Canada and has achieved the position of having dependable monthly cash flow. FLERC has now begun to look at other
• Buffalo is well-positioned with a solid balance sheet, solid operating fundamentals, proven leadership and a strong technical team to carry out its aggressive growth plan to become an intermediate producer • Capital expenditures to be funded using a combination of cash flow and proceeds from asset dispositions
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opportunities for investing this cash flow to create a legacy for the long term benefit of the FLFN - investments that will continue to benefit the FLFN after the oil and gas reserves have been exhausted. Buffalo believes in employing local band members for its Frog Lake operations and has facilitated the hiring of numerous FLFN members to operate the wells and to provide maintenance and drilling services to those operations. In addition, Buffalo believes that education and training of First Nations members will benefit the Company and the First Nation. For this purpose, Buffalo provides scholarships each year to assist FLFN members to complete post secondary education. For further information please contact Bill Trickett, President and CEO of BUFFALO RESOURCES CORP at 403-252-2462 or visit our website at www.buffaloresources.com.
• Frog Lake - complete feasibility study and strategraphic test well to assess potential for thermally enhanced production • Pincher Creek - create a drilling fund to spud Mississippian horizontal well • Buffalo will pursue strategic, accretive acquisitions • Management intends to grow Buffalo into an intermediate producer
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The Hobbema Community Cadet Corps Program is the Worlds Largest Aboriginal Community Cadet Corps Program with 1,070 registered Cadets.
3 day cadet instructor training course offered by accredited Hobbema RCMP officers Sgt. Mark A. Linnell and Cst. Richard D. Huculiak.
The cadets are recognized and rewarded for their accomplishments through awards, uniforms, pins/rank and scholarships that are provided to the cadets from their respective Band Chiefs and Councils, local businesses, schools, colleges, and partnership sponsors. Each cadet is responsible to develop and maintain cadet training accomplishments outlining their goals, regulations and requirements, in regards to sports, recreation, community service, education, leadership skills, cultural awareness and other areas in which awards and recognition are obtained. Girls and boys aged 5-18 must be attending school on a full time basis to join and participate in the cadet program. The do not have to be First Nations or Metis. Persons over the age of 18 may apply as a casual volunteer or to be a cadet instructor. The Hobbema Community Cadet Corps Program provides a
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Recently, the cadets were taken to the Jamaica Police Academy. There, the cadets participated in a number of planned activities including: meeting United Commanders of the National Interschool Brigade, a tour of the culturally rich Arawack museum, a briefing on crime scene investigation, and a tour of the historical city of Spanish Town. Please check www.cbc.ca (features) for a list of daily videos from the trip. The Hobbema Community Cadet Corps Program is a combination of the best practices of the Royal Canadian Army, Air & Sea Cadets; Boys & Girls Clubs; Big Brothers and Sisters; Scouts and Girl Guides; and D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance
NATIVE Education) Program developed to reduce crime, violence, school bullying, drug abuse and gang association in the community of Hobbema Alberta. The HCCCP is an interactive Crime Reduction Initiative that is 100% owned and administered by the Hobbema Cadets to provide a “Positive Safe Peer Network” to significantly reduce the “FEAR” factor that the gangs and drug dealers use daily to harass, threated, intimidate, assault, shoot, stab and kill residents to claim “negative” status and territoriality in the village of Hobbema, Alberta. The program’s strength and growth is dependent upon community acceptance, empowerment and partnership with the youth, their families, Elders, agencies, Police and community members. The program is the result of youth at risk building
positive relationships and partnerships with themselves, their families, school, community and the police to live in harmony to prepare for their future educational, occupational and leadership positions to make positive choices and changes in there respective communities and the world without sacrificing their Native culture, spirituality, traditions, and language. The philosophy and research of the search institute’s 40 developmental assets are used daily to prepare the cadets for their future leadership careers in their communities. For more information on the Hobbema Cadets please check out our website: www.hobbemacadets.net
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From Dream to Reality: Path of an Entrepreneur by Amy Joe Become an entrepreneur and follow your passions. Being an entrepreneur can offer many benefits: you are your own boss, you make all the decisions, and you have the creative freedom to follow your own vision. As a business owner you have flexibility to create your own work schedule and choose who you work with. Perhaps the most exhilarating aspect of being an entrepreneur is following your dreams and turning them into realities. Waking up every morning and loving what you do is something everyone yearns for. Lila Tomlinson owns her own business and emphasizes, “Don’t do something unless you are in love with it because it will become your world. You dream about it, talk about it, live it…”. Lila’s concern for the environment has motivated her to find a healthier alternative to gas. Her company, Agri-Green Biodiesel, produces and distributes biodiesel fuel. Entrepreneurship can hold a bright future for Aboriginal youth as it provides benefits
to both yourself and your community. Not only are you gaining self-fulfillment by building your own company but you are also giving back to society. Being an entrepreneur allows you to become an integral part of the community as you build relationships with other business owners, suppliers, employees, and customers.
from various family members and friends, Angelique followed her dream and became one of three women in Canada who practice the art of birch bark biting. She is an inspiration and leader in her community.
Entrepreneurs help create a more self-sufficient society by creating jobs and hiring staff, and providing products and services that may not have been available before. Employing local individuals not only benefits the morale of the community but the economy as well. An Aboriginal entrepreneur contributes further to the overall employment of Aboriginal people as well as other Canadians. As an Aboriginal business owner, you become a role model and mentor to younger youth; opening doors for others as you become a positive example. Others can look to you and see that as long as you put your mind to something and put in the work necessary you can accomplish anything. Entrepreneur Angelique Levac strongly believes that, “No matter what anyone tells you, if they try to discourage you, never take them seriously. The sky is the limit; you can do anything you set your mind to.” Despite the discouragement
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Similar to any job that one aspires to have, entrepreneurship is challenging; in order to be successful you must stay determined, positive and motivated. Entrepreneurs must remain confident, devoted and driven. Long hours are required which may take away from personal and family time; you will be forced to handle several things at once and face numerous challenges. The process of starting your own business is demanding but extremely rewarding after you build something of your own. There is no better time than the present to go after your dream. If entrepreneurship is your solution to a happy and fulfilling life, do not be afraid to take the plunge and go for it. When we look at the past, we often regret the things we were afraid to do. Many of us let fear get in the way of what we attempt, but in the business world it is vital to overcome your fears and take intelligent risks. It is important to be aware of the many opportunities that are available. There are many scholarships, funding and grants available to Aboriginal entrepreneurs. Two common examples are: Aboriginal Business Canada, providing funding support for business start-ups, acquisitions and expansions. The First Citizen Fund Business Loan Program provides contribution grants and business start-up and planning, and covers market research analysis, marketing, financing and operations.
new businesses.” They offer everything that is needed to start and run your own business, including a loans program. Entrepreneurship is a growing option for Aboriginal youth. Creating new businesses is needed more than ever as 71% of small business owners will retire within the next 10 years, according to the Canadian Youth Business Foundation. Begin your journey to entrepreneurship today. For more information about the first steps in starting your own business, go to www.womensenterprise.ca/youth
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Whether you are of Aboriginal decent or not, many resources and services are available for young entrepreneurs. Society shows immense support towards youth and their dreams. Women’s Enterprise Centre is the leading resource for female entrepreneurs, offering skills development, business loans, business resources, professional guidance and mentoring. Junior Achievement, another organization, delivers business education programs for young people and helps them develop entrepreneurial and leadership skills. The Canadian Youth Business Foundation strongly believes that “Our future depends on creating
Amy Joe was born and raised in Merritt, BC 22 years ago. She is a member of the Lower Nicola Indian Band and has been involved in many facets of her community. For two summers, Amy was employed at the Conayt Friendship Centre as a Program Assistant and helped deliver traditional programs and events for the community. Currently, Amy is working in Kelowna, BC at Women’s Enterprise Centre as a Co-op Intern and is now completing her final year at the University of British Columbia Okanagan. Her objective is to obtain a degree in The Bachelor of Management Program. Amy plans to remain in the Okanagan to pursue a career in Human Resources.
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Deconstructing what I thought a PhD program was: Reflections of a First Year PhD Student in the Indigenous Studies Ph.D. Program at Trent University, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. by Lana Ray Currently there is limited enrolment of Indigenous peoples within a PhD program in Canada. As of 2006, approximately 2% of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada were enrolled in or had completed some level of graduate education-whether it was a PhD program or a Master’s is unknown. From my own experience it is not uncommon for there to be a higher number of non-Indigenous than Indigenous students at graduate conferences within the subject of ‘Indigenous research’. Within my current program, Indigenous Studies at Trent University, there are only three students in first year and we all self identify under the umbrella of ‘First Nations’. My commentary on the low rate of enrolment in PhD programs is not meant to take away from the successes of Indigenous peoples made within the educational sphere. My goal is to start a discourse on barriers to Indigenous peoples obtaining a PhD, as well as to provide encouragement for those who have thought about taking this pathway.
I can only speak from what I know, so I would like to share my fears and apprehensions of a PhD program, and deconstruct these through my own personal experiences as a first year PhD student. Although it is my personal journey, I hope that what I have to say will resonate with others and provide support and encouragement towards pursuing a doctorate. I want to ensure you that I do not stand in a naïve place. I realize that there are many challenges socially, economically, politically, and spiritually at various levels before one can be in a position to begin a PhD program-I just offer my words for those who may share the same concerns I had. I am from a close-knit community with a population of less than one thousand in a rural area nestled in nature. The thought of ‘city life’ was an intimidating one since many campuses are the size of my entire hometown! At Trent I have found that I have not been pushed too far out of my comfort zone. The campus itself is situated on the banks of a river and Peterborough boasts various walking trails which make me forget that I am even within city limits. The Indigenous Studies Department acts as a community within a community. I have found that if my office door is left open there is always someone who will poke their head in and ask me how I am doing. The cultural advisor and the Elders have their doors open for guidance or just to chat. There are also a multitude of events that are attended by faculty, staff and students. continued on page 32
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Another concern I had was, ‘will I fit in?’ My friend circle and family are far removed from academia. I have found that the hierarchal structure which is often embedded within institutions is far removed from the department. There is a sharing as equals amongst undergraduate and graduate students, staff and faculty and loved ones are welcome at barbeques, gatherings and other department events. In specific regard to the PhD program, an orientation was held and I got to meet with staff and faculty. A provisional supervisor was assigned to me based on my interests, as well as a mentor, who was an upper year student in the program. This in itself provided grounding in the sense that right off the bat there were core people that I had developed social networks with. What I have also experienced; perhaps as a result of this sense of community, is that learning has been more of a shared experience among the peers in my class than a competition for marks. We all come from our own places, with our own truths and these are respected. If there are differences of opinion, (which is only natural because we come from our own unique place in this world) the reaction is to try to understand instead of attack and criticize. I have found this extremely refreshing and energizing. When I thought about applying to a PhD program a question that I struggled with was, ‘Am I smart enough?’ I doubt I am the only indigenous student to ever feel this way. Although I always was a good student, I often felt I needed to justify my academic successes. I also questioned if I wanted to be smart enough, let me explain.
As a result of my years in an academic institution I had come to equate being ‘smart’ with academic jargon and theory. I do believe that there is merit in theory, but there has to be more! Life consists of real experiences and real problems. In the Indigenous Studies PhD program I have found that theory is not far from praxis. One class is built on the foundations of a non-paid placement, which is an opportunity to give back to the community and be engaged in research at the community level. As a teaching assistant I am working with an undergraduate class and the instructor on an Indigenous Women’s Symposium. This event brings women and men together internationally. Personal tools such as how to write grant proposals and apply for scholarships are also available and scheduled into class time. Revisiting the question, ‘Am I smart enough?’ the program’s conceptualization of ‘smart’ transcends academia’s definitions which include high test marks and rhetoric among other things. Do not get me wrong, intellect still has a place within the program (it is still a program within the confines of a larger institution), but other types of knowing are accepted and encouraged. One class utilizes a popular education approach and another employs a ‘hands on’ approach and story telling as ways of knowing. Reference searches are referred to as source searches because oral tradition and the arts are seen as valid ways of knowing. There is even a course, optional to a literature review course, where you have a chance to apprentice with an Elder. Since I have started this program many of my fears and apprehensions have subsided. I am starting to reconfigure my conceptualization of ‘smart’ so it is now something that I want to be and it is something that the program is helping me to self identify with.
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Montréal, May 21, 2009 – Telefilm Canada, in partnership with the Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN), is launching the second edition of its Featuring Aboriginal Stories Program. Aboriginal writers, writer-directors and producers are thus invited to submit their first application between now and June 29, 2009. Writers and producers who were selected during the program’s first year, in 2008, have until November 27, 2009 to submit an application for development assistance for the subsequent stage of their project. This initiative solidly backs up Telefilm’s commitment to allocate a total of $1.2 million over three years to set up a professional development program for Aboriginal filmmakers. During the program’s first year, the writers and producers of the 11 selected projects received development funding, took part in a four-day immersion in Toronto, and benefited from professional guidance based on their training needs. “Featuring
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Aboriginal Stories Program enabled us to spread our wings,” stated Rachel-Alouki Labbé of Alouki Films, “and we now feel that we have staked our place in the world of Canadian story-telling.” Added Laura J. Milliken, President of Big Soul Productions Inc., “The two-pronged approach involving industry mentorship and project funding is what makes FASP a truly unique and invaluable opportunity for Canadian Aboriginal producers, writers and directors. I am very thankful for the opportunity to be a part of the program.” Both Alouki Films and Big Soul Productions Inc. benefited from the program in 2008. “We are confident that this program will help bring greater diversity to our screens,” stated Wayne Clarkson, Executive Director of Telefilm Canada, “and that outstanding, untold stories will soon excite the imagination of all Canadians.” This initiative was developed in association with the APTN, which will contribute $750,000 to the program over three years. “This initiative provides an exceptional train-
ing opportunity for the Aboriginal Film Production Community and APTN is extremely proud to be associated and to partner with Telefilm in this tremendous program,” said Jean LaRose, APTN’s CEO. Launched in 2008, the Featuring Aboriginal Stories Program aims to encourage and support Aboriginal filmmakers to develop original script material that will be attractive to producers, financiers and other film industry representatives in the marketplace. The program provides solid support to Aboriginal writers and producers, at all stages of a film’s development. As such, participants whose project has been selected benefit from a combination of training, professional development and personalized mentorship activities, and also receive a development advance. Continued on page 36
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Developing and promoting the Canadian audiovisual industry Telefilm Canada is a federal cultural agency dedicated to developing and promoting the Canadian audiovisual industry. Telefilm provides financial support to the private sector to create distinctively Canadian productions that appeal to domestic and international audiences. The Corporation also administers the funding programs of the Canada Feature Film Fund, the Canadian Television Fund and the Canada New Media Fund. About APTN September 1, 2009 will mark the 10-year anniversary of the launch of the first national Aboriginal television network in the world with programming by, for and about Aboriginal Peoples to share with all Canadians and viewers around the world. APTN is available in approximately 10 million Canadian households and commercial establishments with cable, direct-to-home satellite (DTH), telco-delivered and fixed wireless television service providers. APTN does not receive government funding for operations but generates revenue through subscriber fees, advertising sales and strategic partnerships. APTN broadcasts programming with 56% offered in English, 16% in French and 28% in Aboriginal languages. For a program schedule or for more information, please contact APTN at 204947-9331 Ext. 358 or toll free at 1-888-330APTN (2786), or visit the website at www.aptn.ca. Complete program details, including submission conditions pertaining to projects in their first or second year, are available at www.telefilm.gc.ca. MEDIA INQUIRIES: Telefilm Canada (Anglophone media) Alejandra Sosa sosaa@telefilm.gc.ca 416 973 6436 #2505 or 1 800 463 4607 Telefilm Canada (MÊdias francophones) Élise Proulx elise.proulx@videotron.ca 450 732 0788 APTN Sylvia Kolopenuk skolopenuk@aptn.ca 204 947 9331 # 339
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he Spousal Abuse Counselling Program, located in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, is the first and only program available in Nunavut to treat abusers. The pilot program phase, which was funded by the Federal Department of Justice, expired May 30, 2005. The Government of Nunavut Department of Community Justice provided funding until March 31, 2006. The program consists of group counselling sessions for abusers, counselling for victims of spousal abuse and an educational outreach program in the community. The Federal Department of Justice continues to support the program. The Pulaarvik Kablu Friendship Centre sponsors the program and it is delivered in partnership with the Keewatin Legal Services Centre, the Crown Prosecutor’s Office for Nunavut, the Nunavut Department of Justice and the Rankin Inlet Community Justice Committee. A multi-sector Steering Committee, as well as an elders advisory committee, guides its operation. Program participants are convicted abusers mandated by Nunavut court (mostly men, but including some women) who are required by the court to participate in the program rather than going to jail. The program is targeted at young abusers, with the intent of changing their behaviour early and preventing future abuse against possibly many partners. Abusers attend a total of 36 group sessions over a period of 2 ? to 3 months. They can only miss a maxi-
mum of three sessions and remain in the program. If they complete the program, their criminal record is eliminated. A qualified counsellor with training in abuse issues leads the sessions, which include both educational and therapeutic content. Participants learn about the different kinds of abuse the cycle of anger and violence, maintaining balance in their lives and having healthy relationships. At the same time that abusers are in the program, staff provides support to the abused spouses. They receive a home visit and can participate in evening group sessions. Program staff also offers couple counselling that includes the whole family, as this is considered the most effective method in Inuit communities. The program has an elders’ committee of 11 and some of the elders have a role in doing marriage counselling to the clients. They teach three (3) group session nights on reclaiming and reconnecting and traditional marriage counselling. Graduate clients also take part in doing a presentation about being part of the program. This really helps the clients to become more confident knowing that they are not alone. The program also invites a married couple from the community to come to one of our group sessions as guest speakers. They talk about marriage relationships and answer questions from the clients.
Emiline Kowmuk, the program’s coordinator / counsellor, finds operating the program to be both challenging and rewarding. There can be barriers to working effectively with other organizations and the criminal justice system, and not all abusers are open to change. However, the results of the program are very promising. Of the 28 abusers who participated in the program up to March 2005, only two offenders had subsequently been charged with assault. One of them repeated the program and had not re-offended after that. To date, 40 Inuit men and 3 Inuit women have completed the program. Evaluation interviews with the offenders and victims showed that most offenders would recommend the program to others. They said they learned new communication skills, and how to cope with their feelings in a non-violent way. Program participants now spend more time with their children, help around the house and many have given up alcohol. Victims reported they felt safer after the program and learned how to diffuse situations and go to others for help. Children were happier and doing better in school. For more information contact Emiline Kowmuk, Coordinator/Counsellor, Spousal Abuse Counselling Program, Pulaarvik, Kablu Friendship Centre, Rankin Inlet, telephone:
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The Assembly of First Nations Health& Social Secretariat would like to take this opportunity to recognize, acknowledge and honour the dedication and efforts of all those working tirelessly in the field of suicide prevention. Those who govern, design and provide support and services in communities are vital to establishing and maintaining healthy and safe communities. The Assembly of First Nations is the national organization representing First Nations citizens in Canada. The AFN Health is responsible to protect, maintain, promote, support, and advocate for our inherent, treaty and constitutional rights, (w)holistic health, and the wellbeing of our nations. For more information on the AFN please visit our website or contact our office at: Assembly of First Nations 473 Albert Street, Suite 810, Ottawa, ON K1R 5B4 Telephone: (613) 241-6789 • Toll-free: 1-866-869-6789 Fax: (613) 241-6789 www.afn.ca
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irl Guides of Canada-Guides du Canada (GGC) provides a safe and secure environment where girls can focus on exciting activities that help them become the best they can be. GGC programs are so dynamic that girls don’t even realize they are building leadership skills and developing into self-assured young women.
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environment with varied and exciting activities that offer girls the chance to discover, explore and be adventurous with new friends. From sports, camping and science to eco-activities and community projects, Guiding has something for every girl in Canada. Guiding is bold, fun, energetic and gives girls the tools they need to achieve greatness.
GGC is constantly refreshing its programming to meet the interests and needs of today’s girls. Moving towards its 100th anniversary in 2010, the Canadian Guiding Movement continues to raise awareness of the issues affecting girls and women across the country and introduces them to the many fantastic opportunities Guiding offers.
Jane Sissmore has been a GGC Member for 41 years and spent three years establishing Guide Units in the eastern Arctic. She lived in Pangnirtung on Baffin Island, acting as Area Commissioner and Camp Adviser of the Eastern Arctic. Jane maintains that the years spent in Canada’s North were the best years of her life. She was welcomed into her new community and immersed herself in northern culture. With the help of Inuit leaders, she established Brownie, Guide and Pathfinder Units by using radio programming to invite girls to join Guides.
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“My husband is an Anglican priest and we moved every five years or so to a new parish. Throughout my life, Guiding provided a constant for me and I was able to meet new friends with like interests and values. My Guiding friends kept me sane through the many changes that came with moving.” Canadian Guiding leaders are skilled and very creative at adapting the Girl Guides program to the needs of their girls, their environment and available resources in their communities. Canada’s North presents Guiding Members with unique challenges and great rewards. Native cultural experiences provide additional flavour to the Guiding program and Units often rely on a variety of traditional games, stories and subjects for badge work. continued on page 43
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continued from page 41 Jane says, “Although the basic principals are the same, the Guiding program needed to be adapted for the northern environment. I learned just as much from the girls as they did from me. The girls knew little about poison ivy, as it was not a plant that flourished in their climate, however, they educated me about local dangers. They taught me how to properly scoop river water to ensure that it was not contaminated. We incorporated Inuit songs and dance into our meetings and I learned that Girl Guide camping in the North differed from my previous experiences. On one of our camping expeditions, I attempted to show the girls how to build a temporary latrine and began digging into the ground, without much success, thinking I had hit rock. The girls watched as I moved from one spot to another. It was permafrost, which they knew about, but I didn’t!”
Probably due to the need to survive in harsh conditions, the Inuit culture is one of sharing, which lends itself to the ideals of Guiding. Jane became well known for baked bread and cakes, and often exchanged them for delicious seafood catches such as arctic char. Parents helped Jane’s Guiding Units by transporting supplies to remote camping spots by skidoo and camotik (sleds) from her home in Pangnirtung fjord.
Firearms are an essential part of life for many Guiding Members in the North. In the Northwest Territories, Girl Guides developed The Safety Around Firearms Challenge to provide girls with age-appropriate education on safety procedures for handling and storing firearms. As safety is the most important issue for girls and adults camping in the North, Jane was taught how to use a rifle to protect the girls against predators such as polar bears. With the majority of northern communities being remote and small – with neighbouring communities often a long drive or even plane ride away – there are some obstacles in organizing training, camps and meetings involving more than one community. Arts and craft supplies and ingredients for a tea social are that much more expensive in the North. One might think that short summers and getting to and from meetings in long and dark winters might detract from the Guiding experience – not so.
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45 continued from page 43 Girls and women involved in Guiding are known for their determination, spirit, camaraderie and resourcefulness. Jane adapted her traditional culinary methods and was able to produce a delicious dessert of pineapple upside-down cake while camping in Arctic conditions! Jane worked as a kindergarten teacher’s assistant and her love of children extended to her Guiding girls in the Eastern Arctic. She thinks that Guiding is particularly helpful for the girls in the
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North because it keeps them busy, exposes them to a variety of activities and skills, teaches them to be independent thinkers and helps them discover more about themselves and the world. “I had far too many wonderful mentors in Guiding to single out just one. I hope I have served as a mentor to the girls that I met in Guiding. Guiding draws girls out of themselves. I remember when we attended Echo Valley, the National Camp in Qu’Appelle Valley, Saskatchewan. I designed an anorak pattern and the girls and their mothers worked hard sewing the fabric for our Unit’s Arctic uniform. I was so proud of them when they looked so brilliantly decked out in their white anoraks trimmed with coloured braid. Many of the girls who were in the Units I established are now adults, and leaders in their communities. This makes me even more proud.” Now 73 years old and affectionately known as Guiding Granny, Jane is one of three generations of Guiding women in her family. She is an example of the many dedicated and talented women who ensure that girls receive a rich, fun and meaningful Guiding experience. “Girls in Guiding have opportunities to further their education with scholarships, participate in international travel or just hang out. Along with the camaraderie of special friendships, Guiding helps girls succeed with the many challenges they face. Guiding in the North is truly blessed with a treasure of landscapes where girls can find the warmth of Guiding. I learned so much from my Guiding experiences in the North! Girl Guides has kept me interested throughout the years and taught me to never quit! Guiding is a huge part of my life and it keeps me young!”
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When you grow up in a smaller community, sometimes it’s hard to figure out what you want for your future. Maybe everyone expects you to make certain choices but you don’t know if it’s what you want. Maybe you have a general idea of what you’d like to do, but you don’t have any way to try different things and see what you like best. Maybe you don’t believe you can do the thing you want to do. At Skills Canada NWT, we believe in dreams. By partnering with schools, communities, and local governments, we try to create opportunities. Here’s what some of those partnerships might look like: In Deline, we provided tools so students could work with teachers and the local housing corporation to build more community housing. The students get to learn construction skills and the community gets more places for people to live. In Fort Providence, we provided funding for a Cooking Skills Club. Volunteer coaches worked with youth to teach them basic cooking skills; the food they prepared was delivered to community elders.
In Inuvik, we hosted our first Regional Skills Competition for the Beaufort Delta. Over 30 students participated in the first regional competition, many of them going on to compete at the Territorial Skills Competition in Yellowknife. This year, three young people from Inuvik advanced to compete at the Canadian Skills Competition. Next year, we expect to have more competitors at the regional competition, more advancing to territorials, and we hope to have Inuvik represented again at the national competition. We delivered robotics workshops to teachers from Fort Liard, Fort Simpson, Hay River, Fort Smith, Norman Wells, Inuvik, and Yellowknife. Those teachers are using what they learned to develop robotics programs with youth in their schools. In some cases, these teachers go to other communities as well. Thanks to this training, a robotics demonstration was given by a young man from Tsiigehtchic at the Beaufort Delta Regional Skills Competition. Other communities around the NWT are offering Skills Clubs and activities with Skills Canada NWT. Your community could be one of them. Contact us for more information. If you’re from another province or territory, contact the Skills Canada office in your region – there’s one in every province and territory!
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That of providing a place for the transfer knowledge that is relevant to mining, and to provide future generations of mining engineers with a comprehension of the concerns and goals of First Nations and Inuit people.
Through the efforts of the Resident Scholar in Mining and Communities, we placed a third year Mining Engineering Student in between New Gold’s New Afton mine and the Stk’emlupsemc communities of Skeetchestn and Tk’emlups to: (1) work with the First Nation Coordinator (under the New Gold Human Resource Manager) to further develop materials for school children, assist with an inventory jobs types, education and training requirements; and under the umbrella of the Stk’emlupsemc (2) listen to the Stk’emlupsemc’s resource development plans, and the individual communities of Skeetchestn and Tk’emlups regarding their goals regarding resource management and employment, contracts, and education for their Band members; and since this is part of the student’s educational experience it is the goal of the Norman B. Keevil Institute of Mining Engineering for (3) the student to acquire her own experience working at a developing mine and within the aspirations of the First Nation communities around that mine. The vision was to ensure that, not only the student would get the needed experience at a mine site, but she would also be directly associated with the needs of a First Nation community, in relationship to developing specific or general material that the Education and Economic Development Officers could use to pass onto
other community members. The project was always conceived as a three-way collaboration, with each partner contributing directly or with in-kind financial support, as well as assistance relating to organization of meetings, information access, reporting of results, and so on. This liaison work has achieved several things, first off, it has affirmed the presence of the company in the communities, and has introduced the intensions the University of British Columbia’s Norman B. Keevil’ Resident Scholar position. That of providing a place for the transfer knowledge that is relevant to mining, and to provide future generations of mining engineers with a comprehension of the concerns and goals of First Nations and Inuit people. As a means to enhance the educational experience and career readiness for its own graduating students in terms of social responsibilities; and second, to assist First Nation’s mining communities in establishing skills and training strategies to enhance the employment benefits gained from an operational career in a mine, and lastly, to assist the company in achieving an understanding of the First Nations communities.
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The student has over the summer worked closely with the First Nation Coordinator to develop educational material that has been shown in the Intermediate and High School students from both the Skeetchestn and Tk’emlups communities. This material has been developed through job shadowing of the various on site engineers and technicians working at New Afton, and she rotated through various mine related tasks, with a special emphasis on observing the actual jobs undertaken during the development phase of the underground block-caving mine of New Gold’s, at the New Afton site. The student wrote about each of the positions, as well as outlined the education requirement, on-the-job training expectations, as well as associate career path of the positions. One aspect of the final report is to have this material available for all the parties, well as summaries of the meeting attended, observations and a final report that can be left with all the participants. At the beginning of the summer, the student visited both the Grade School and High Schools and introduced herself to the young people of the community with the purpose of being available throughout the summer to talk about her own journey into the mining engineering field. In addition, it is hoped that the information collected and compiled over this summer position will enable the teachers to enhance the middle and high school science curriculum and make information available in order that they may be able to counsel and encourage students to take the prerequisites for engineering degrees. Perhaps more importantly, part of the student’s job description entailed that she attend the Environmental Monitoring Committee summer meeting, Joint Implementation Committee, the Stk’emlupsemc monthly meetings, and each of the monthly Band Council meetings at Skeetchestn and Tk’emlup as an observer. The purpose of the student participating as an observer at the Environmental Monitoring was to enable her to see the need for good, clear and regular information as the to the state of the environment around the mine site, and to e part of the memory of that meeting. Since she is expected to take notes, it will reveal to her how decisions are made from the perspective of the different stakeholders at the table. The Environmental Monitoring Committee was struck as a requirement of the permit issued by the Province of British Columbia to enable New Gold and the Stk’emlupsemc communities: (1) to be informed of the specific environmental issues related to the mine site; (2) to enable New Gold and the Stk’emlupsemc communities to discuss additional permitting requirements as the mine site develops; and, (3) to enable New Gold and the Stk’emlupsemc communities to follow the overall progress of the mine’s development, operation and finally closure program. The standing participants on this Committee include representatives from the Ministry of Energy Mines and Petroleum, the Ministry of the Environment, New Gold and each of the communities, of Skeetchestn and Tk’emlup. Continued on page 55
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We, here at UBC, would like to continue to develop similar placements for students at other mines and in other First Nation communities engaged with similar activities
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Her participation on the Joint Implementation Committee as an observer is to give her insight as to how the relationship between the Company and the Communities is faring, as well as to give her a sense of community concerns related to the Stk’emlupsemc communities involvement at the mine as employees or contractors. The Joint Implementation Committee is part of the Participation Agreement between New Gold and the Stk’emlupsemc communities and has a mandate to ensure that the terms of the Participant Agreement are adhered to with respect to the employment and contracting positions, the applicants are ready to accept them, and to design educational initiatives related to job retension. In addition to attending the Environmental and Joint Implementation Committee meetings, she has been invited to attend the regular Band Council Meeting at Skeetchestn and Tk’emlup, as well as the joint community meeting of the Stk’emlupsemc. This attendance will give the student a picture of related issues that the communities are engaged in, that range from other economic development project, resource management concerns, political issues associated with Federal/Provincial relations, community housing, education, health, and of course social events. We, here at UBC, would like to continue to develop similar placements for students at other mines and in other First Nation communities engaged with similar activities. In addition to placing an engineering student, it would be an honour to be able to mentor a student from your community here in the department as an undergraduate, Master or Doctoral student in mining or mining Stk’emlupsemc communities (both as the collective, and the individual communities of Skeetchestn and Tk’emlups related fields.
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Library and Archives Canada (LAC) strives to preserve, promote and facilitate access to a vast and rich collection of resources created by or about Aboriginal peoples in Canada. At LAC, you will find published and non-published works from private and government sources. These materials include rare dictionaries and grammar books in Aboriginal languages, Northwest Half-Breed Scrip Commission papers, treaty and census records, genealogical resources, art, photographic and cartographic records, and audiovisual and sound recordings. The website Aboriginal Resources and Services (www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/aboriginal/indexe.html) is an invaluable tool for researchers interested in First Nations, Métis and Inuit documentary heritage. It features links not only to LAC collections but also many other key resources from across Canada.
The section “Our Resources” is a listing of LAC’s databases, research aids, digital collections, virtual exhibitions, genealogy tools, educational resources and publications with a focus on Aboriginal peoples. As material is digitized, this information is added to the various online databases and research tools.
“Copper Joe” Vicinity of Burwash Landing, Yukon Territory, November 1942 Ronny Jaques / National Film Board of Canada. Photothèque / Library and Archives Canada
The “Directory of Resources” features contact information for a variety of libraries, archives, cultural centres, educational institutions, associations and communities specializing in Aboriginal resources and services from all the provinces and territories. Searches can be further narrowed down to specific subjects, including: Aboriginal authors with biographical notes, publishers, media, newspapers and other sources of information.
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PROJECT NAMING (www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/inuit/) is one of the resources available on the Aboriginal Resources and Services website. Featuring images of Inuit from various public and private collections held by LAC, it is a trilingual virtual exhibition and searchable photographic database, available in English, French and Inuktitut. This ongoing project involves Nunavut Sivuniksavut Training Program, which offers a college program based in Ottawa serving Inuit youth from Nunavut; the Government of Nunavut’s Department of Culture, Language, Elders and Youth; and Library and Archives Canada.
Unidentified children Pangnirtuuq, Nunavut, ca. 1975 Richard Vroom / Library and Archives Canada
Unidentified mother and child Inukjuak, Quebec, ca. 1947-48 Richard Harrington / Library and Archives Canada
The goals of Project Naming are threefold. Using archival photographs as memory aids, it fosters intergenerational dialogue between Inuit youth and Elders. These discussions in turn assist the second goal of the project — the gathering of historical information about LAC’s photographic collections, and the identification of Inuit whose names would otherwise remain unknown and “lost” forever. New information is added to the database in Project Naming as a way to share this knowledge with Nunavummiut, as well as the rest of Canada, to better understand and appreciate Inuit culture and history. Since 2002, more than 5,000 photographs depicting Inuit have been digitized and added to a database in the Project Naming website. Of these images, Elders and younger generations of Inuit have identified individuals in almost 900 photographs. The majority of the identifications are the result of face-to-face discussions between Inuit youth and Elders, while other identifications have been sent to LAC through the online form titled “The Naming Continues” in Project Naming.
Unidentified group Sugluk, Quebec, September 8, 1958 Charles Gimpel / Library and Archives Canada
Drawing on the success of Project Naming, LAC is planning to expand the scope of this project by digitizing photographs of Inuit living in other Arctic regions of Canada, as well as First Nations and Métis peoples. Digitization of these images will begin in late 2009, and like Project Naming, it will be an ongoing initiative. These new images will be included in an online database which will eventually be made available in the “Our Resources” section of the Aboriginal Resources and Services website.
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The Taltson Hydroelectric Expansion Project is a project of the Dezé Energy Corporation (Dezé Energy), which is owned equally by the Akaitcho Energy Corporation, the Métis Energy Company Ltd., and the NWT Energy Corporation (03) Ltd. (NTEC03). The Akaitcho Energy Corporation and the Métis Energy Company Ltd. are business ventures of the Akaitcho First Nation and Métis Nation respectively, while NTEC03 is a wholly owned subsidiary of Northwest Territories Hydro Corporation, a crown corporation owned by the Government of the Northwest Territories. This unique ownership structure will create significant long-term business opportunities in the South Slave region of the Northwest Territories. This is an area where economic growth has been limited in recent years. The Akaitcho First Nation and the Northwest Territory Métis Nation will see significant employment opportunities, and communities will benefit from local ownership of a long term and sustainable business venture. A Memorandum of Understanding between the Partners ensures Aboriginal participation and benefits.
Dezé Energy’s Taltson Expansion Project would add a new power plant to the existing 18 MW Taltson Twin Gorges plant built in 1966, to provide power for the Pine Point Mine which closed in 1987. Since then, the hydro generation facility has been operating below its capacity, although it supplies power to Hay River, Fort Smith, Fort Resolution and Fort Fitzgerald. The new plant will have a production of up to 56 MW, roughly twice the average needed to power Yellowknife. Using 690 kilometres of new transmission line, this facility would supply renewable electricity to the existing Ekati, Diavik and Snap Lake mines, and to the proposed Gahcho Kué mine. This renewable hydro energy, in the range of 400 GWh per year, would displace approximately 100 million litres of diesel fuel per year used by the mines for power generation. That’s equivalent to 2000 double tanker trucks each year. There would be substantial environmental benefits: less greenhouse gas emissions from using clean renewable hydro power and significantly less transportation of diesel across NWT roads; thus less risk to fish and wildlife habitats along the winter roads; and a very positive 15 percent reduction in total annual NWT greenhouse gas emissions.
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he Canadian Circumpolar Institute (CCI) represents the collective effort of circumpolar research undertaken at seventeen faculties of the University of Alberta. It promotes and supports research on the Canadian North, the Arctic and Antarctica. With more than 200 researchers involved in diverse studies including cultures and languages, environmental change, exploration and management of natural resources, economic development, and governance, the University of Alberta is well connected with the Canadian North and circumpolar regions.
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The Canadian Circumpolar Collection held within the University of Alberta Library system is a distinctive library of over 300,000 items. It is a world-class reference centre for materials on northern Canada and an outstanding collection for circumpolar research.
The Institute assists researchers to locate specialized funding opportunities and develop interdisciplinary teams, proposals and partnerships for integrative programs. The Institute also serves a liaison function between various stakeholders and communities of interest; advisory services such as research licensing, ethics and permit requirements for polar research are also offered.
The CCI Press produces and distributes scholarly titles to national and international audiences. This peer-reviewed academic publishing house with dual interest in trade volumes boasts 100 titles, with 70 released since 1990.
Each year, CCI awards more than $200,000 in grants and scholarships. Another priority is providing opportunities for north-to-south exchange that are paramount to building synergies and capacity in the North. As the portal to circumpolar research, education and outreach activities, CCI plays an integral role in the implementation of the University of Alberta’s Northern Strategy. It serves institutional interests nationally through membership in the Association of Canadian Universities for Northern Studies (ACUNS), and internationally via such initiatives as the University of the Arctic (UArctic).
Circumpolar Research at the UofA Researchers at the UofA work on a variety of research programs ranging from climate change studies, health research to resource development issues and cold climate engineering. As researchers at the University of Alberta observe, analyze and seek to understand the regional and global processes that contribute to climate change, they are also engaged in a cross-disciplinary dialogue.
“Our planet is constantly changing, but at no time in human history has the environment changed as quickly as it is now. The fact that permafrost is melting, glaciers are receding and the biogeographic range of organisms is changing means that lifestyles of those living in the North are being affected--often in a detrimental way.” “A number of our researchers examine linkages between the Arctic and Antarctic. The Canadian Circumpolar Institute can help increase Canadian participation and presence in the Antarctic.” Marianne Douglas, Director Canadian Circumpolar Institute
Ice sheets and sea level changes Building on more than 30 years of work in the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, John England (NSERC Northern Research Chair in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences) and his team are generating new knowledge on the chronology, style and dynamics of past ice sheets and sea level changes. He works in parts of the High Arctic where the history of glaciation and sea level change is poorly documented. Lake sedimentology and climate change Of the world’s lakes, those at the highest latitudes are experiencing the greatest change. Paleolimnologist Marianne Douglas, Director of the Canadian Circumpolar Institute and professor in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, examines lake sediments searching for clues to understand past climate change. Through the study of diatoms, minute algae that live in almost every lake and pond on the planet, Douglas is able to show quickly the Arctic’s climate is changing. Tundra and alpine ecosystems Biologist David Hik is Canada Research Chair in Northern Ecology and Vice President of the International Arctic Science Committee (IASC). His research is focused on the interactions between plants, herbivores and weather in northern tundra and alpine ecosystems. Hik’s research is shedding light on the processes which determine the structure of tundra and alpine ecosystems and their complex interactions with geophysical and climate processes continued on page 65
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65 term international research program. Led by Andrzej Weber, professor of Anthropology, the Baikal Archaeology Project has provided a better understanding of the Neolithic site by using such methods as radiocarbon dating, stable isotope and genetic testing and comparative mortuary analyses. Impact of resource development on diet and lifestyles Brenda Parlee, Canada Research Chair in Social Responses to Ecological Change, is working with the Gwich’in people in the Northwest Territories to study the impacts of resource development and climate change. For instance, in some areas caribou herds are declining by as much as 80 %, which may affect diet patterns or familial living arrangements. She is also studying whether the paycheques that accompany development are translating into better quality of life for residents. Safeguarding languages and cultural rights Other collective tests facing Arctic societies include the safeguarding of languages and arguing for the recognition of other cultural rights. To meet those challenges, a group of professors, researchers and Northerners formed IPSSAS, the International PhD School for Studies of Arctic Societies. UofA anthropologist, Michelle Daveluy is a member of its steering committee and sees it as an opportunity to foster networking among students working in the North. Traditional health practices Anthropologist Christopher Fletcher works with a Dene community on Great Bear Lake, Northwest Territory to understand their health practices as they relate to historical, economic and environmental change. Working with local researchers, Fletcher is documenting the use of traditional medicine using digital video and field camps made up of elders and youth. Along with academic reporting methods he is producing a film with the community and helping develop a curriculum for students at the local school based on the project findings. Health and Well-being University faculty are also involved in northern health research. Karen Goodman, associate professor of epidemiology, has been working with residents from the north on their concerns about health risks from the common bacteria Helicobacter pylori, which is associated with stomach cancer and ulcers. Aquatic Ecosystems Research at the University of Alberta contributes to our understanding of the habitat structure of freshwater ecosystems, species diversity, biological production and food web interactions, revealing the important place lakes and rivers have in the complex interconnections between global and Arctic climate and ecosystems. David Schindler is a globally-renowned expert on aquatic ecosystems. A pioneer of High Arctic limnology, much of Schindler’s current research focuses on the effects of global warming and other human activities on Arctic and Subarctic freshwater. continued on page 67
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continued from page 65 Risks in traditional food sources Arctic and Subarctic lakes provide critical habitat for fish and waterfowl, and are important traditional food sources for the peoples of the North. The work of associate professor Vincent St Louis and his team in the Department of Biological Sciences is determining why some High Arctic and Subarctic marine animals and freshwater fishes contain concentrations of monomethyl mercury (an organic and toxic form of mercury) high enough to cause exposure risks to northern peoples consuming them as traditional foods. River ice jams Civil and environmental engineer Faye Hicks specializes in the study of river ice jams, which pose an annual threat to northern communities. Ice jams cause floods and they’re particularly dangerous because they happen so suddenly. By better understanding how ice jams form and release, the work of Hicks and her team could potentially save lives in places like Fort McMurray and Hay River. Wildlife habitat under stress Andrew Derocher, a professor of biological sciences, examines the health of bear populations and what they tell us about wildlife habitat more generally. He monitors the movement of the wildlife to investigate how grizzly bears and polar bears are adapting to change over time, and how they are affected by climate change and oil development. Derocher monitors the behaviour of grizzly bears before oil and gas development occurs, during the construction of processing plants and pipelines, and during their subsequent operation. Resource development in the Arctic As resource exploration and exploitation intensifies in the Arctic, University of Alberta researchers are trying to ensure the social, cultural and environmental health of the region remains a priority, and that the people who call the North home can benefit from economic development. Mark Nuttall is assessing the major impacts oil and gas development has on the North and how communities can best respond to, and benefit from, such modern changes. Northern ecosystems aside, Nuttall’s work focuses on issues critical to the maintenance and sustainability of local livelihoods, including how resiliency to climate change will be challenged or compromised by oil and gas activities. Monitoring of social and ecological change Department of Rural Economy’s Naomi Krogman is looking at how the Yukon’s Champagne and Aishihik First Nations handled cumulative social impacts and landscape changes over the last several decades. She seeks to know what kind of thresholds or key experiences were critical in influencing peoples’ relationship with the land, learn which indicators may be important for long-term monitoring of social and ecological change, and what were the key turning point experiences in the recent past that can inform future First Nation and government decision-making.
Cold climate engineering With widespread development come construction challenges, made even more taxing in cold temperatures. Simaan AbouRizk, NSERC/Alberta Construction Industry Research Professor, is developing new computersimulated modeling approaches to construction activity in cold regions. Another researcher focused on civil engineering aspects of cold regions is David Sego, professor of civil and environmental engineering. His early work was in permafrost engineering and the design of foundations in cold regions. He has built on this expertise to develop new geo-environmental engineering techniques for managing mine wastes in cold regions. Both Sego and AbouRizk carry out research which allows for improved planning and productivity in Northern construction. Diamond mining The gold rush may have sparked the first boom in the Yukon, but diamonds are now causing a flurry of activity in the North. To help analyze inclusions in diamonds, Thomas Stachel, who holds the Canada Research Chair in Diamonds, is building a state-of-the-art laboratory and training students to advance his groundbreaking studies. From examining the kimberlite ore to dating the formation age of the diamonds, his team has helped dispel earlier assumptions about the rock types that diamonds grow in—as deep as 200 km beneath the Northwest Territory’s Diavik mine. Geologists are now able to predict more accurately where to dig successfully. Building Aboriginal community capacity Ellen Bielawski explores the social implications of resource development in Canada’s north. The dean of the Faculty of Native Studies negotiated for several First Nations to gain benefits and environmental protection from diamond mining in the NWT. Her work also focuses on Aboriginal community self-government, including economic development and implementing modern treaties and land claims. Bielawski is using her experience to build a research and teaching program that will increase Aboriginal community capacity for participating as strong partners in resource development.
For more information, contact: Anita Dey Nuttall Research Advancement Canadian Circumpolar Institute University of Alberta 1-40 Pembina Hall, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2H8
Phone: (780) 492-9089 Fax: (780) 492-1153 Email: anitad@ualberta.ca
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T While the Roche Bay project and its progress are important to the development of the North, Advanced Explorations also enforces its vision of building true partnerships with the local communities.
he significant mineral potential of the territory of Nunavut presents a unique opportunity for northern development. In recent years, various exploration activities have commenced including potential gold, diamond, copper and iron ore mines. The Roche Bay iron ore project, located 60 km south of Hall Beach on the coast of the Melville Peninsula, is considered to be one of the world’s premium iron ore prospects based on its beneficial location proximal to a natural deep water harbour. The Roche Bay iron deposits were first discovered in the 1960s and underwent extensive exploration in the 1970s and 80s. Since June 2007 the project has been managed and operated by Toronto based Advanced Explorations Inc., a mining exploration company exclusively focused on developing high quality iron ore opportunities. Shares of the company trade at the TSX Venture Exchange (AXI) and at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (AE6). Led by an experienced management team with technical, exploration and mining expertise the company has the capabilities to rapidly advance the Roche Bay project and bring sustainable employment and prosperity to the communities of Roche Bay. Recently, AEI signed an agreement with holding company Roche Bay plc to acquire an option to earn 100% ownership of the project and all its mineral leases. Given the extreme rise in iron ore prices over the last five years, AEI has been fast tracking this project and is currently completing its NI 43-101 compliant resource report to prove up the ore reserves of the property. In the 2007 and 2008 drill campaigns over
25,000 metres were drilled as part of the Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) in order to determine if the mine and iron ore processing facility is feasible. Iron Nuggets from Nunavut In the fall of 2008 Advanced Explorations added another significant advantage to the project: The proposed business model for the Roche Bay project now incorporates an iron nugget plant to produce 'pig iron' nuggets which are higher in grade (>95% iron) and sell at a price multiple to the traditional iron ore products. The company believes it can define a business plan that would support production of at least one million metric tonnes per annum of iron "nuggets" alongside a natural deep water port an important factor that differentiates Roche Bay economically from other similar projects. continued on page 72
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Advanced Explorations’ Roche Bay project will create many new opportunities for the Melville Peninsula’s Inuit communities.
The planned nugget plant operation not only presents an opportunity for prosperity and economic development for the local communities of Roche Bay. The hamlets of Hall Beach, Igloolik and Repulse Bay can also benefit from the project in their challenge of power generation. By capturing waste heat from the proposed plant operations Advanced Explorations believes it may be possible to produce enough steam-generated electrical power sufficient to supply the mine, as well as, the local communities. As a result, AEI is directing the engineering studies to consider a nugget plant design scaled to incorporate the regional community power needs.
local Hunters & Trappers Association’s traditional whale hunt to feed the people of Hall Beach, Igloolik and Repulse Bay with the AEI cook participating in the following community feast. In addition, the exploration camp often provides local hunters and community members passing through the area with a meal and a warm place to stay for the night. Several times, the team was also able to rescue community members and families who lost their way or were surprised by the harsh Arctic climate. In the community, AEI is represented by Okalik Eegeesiak (Inuit Broadcasting Corporation, Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami) well known and respected in working with Inuit organizations and the government, as well as, Pauline Arnatsiaq, AEI’s local community representative in Igloolik. Advanced Explorations’ Roche Bay project will create many new opportunities for the Melville Peninsula’s Inuit communities. In building real partnerships with regional stakeholders, through open communication, political and social engagement, AEI and the communities of Roche Bay create a vision to work together to achieve prosperity and development for Nunavut.
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A favourite of First Nations from across Quebec, the hotel is rated 4 stars for service and located in the heart of downtown Montreal, at the corner of Guy Street and René-Lévesque Boulevard West. That means it’s just steps away from Crescent Street and its nightclubs, St. Catherine Street and its incredible shopping, the Bell Centre, festivals, restaurants, museums and a long list of other Montreal attractions. The Hotel Maritime Plaza gives preferred service to aboriginal guests. In addition to preferential rates, it provides distinctive services. Starting with the warm welcome given by the hotel’s highly qualified multilingual staff, the hotel makes every effort to make your stay special. EXCEPTIONAL ROOMS The Hotel Maritime Plaza’s 214 rooms have been designed with care to be suitable for any kind of stay. They are decorated and equipped to ensure comfort, well-being and complete relaxation. Guests particularly appreciate the rooms’ classic furnishings and top-notch accessories. Several rooms even have down pillows and comforters, adding a warm, elegant touch that guarantees supreme relaxation. Furnished to be ideal for business travellers, the Hotel Maritime Plaza’s rooms all include wireless Internet access, a telephone with voicemail, a television set, and a safe large enough to hold a portable computer. In a word, the rooms are everything a traveller could ask for, making the hotel the top choice for aboriginal visitors to Montreal. A FULL RANGE OF SERVICES The Hotel Maritime Plaza offers a full range of services to meet guests’ every need: dry cleaning, laundry, answering service, wake-up calls, and information about culture and the arts. Guests also have access to a business centre, a heated indoor pool, a gym, indoor parking and convenient storage for luggage. Guests invariably enjoy a visit to Le Beau Rivage bistro or the hotel bar.
EXCEPTIONAL MEETING ROOMS The eight conference rooms in the Hotel Maritime Plaza are equipped for exceptional comfort. No matter what the meeting’s purpose or complexity, the hotel’s highly qualified staff will guide you through every step of the planning process to ensure a successful event. Be it a business meeting, training workshops, a banquet, a product launch or a social event, the hotel’s facilities can be adapted to create just the right atmosphere. Since most of the rooms are located on the mezzanine level, they are highly accessible. They also provide all the privacy you need. Famous for its circular shape and 360-degree windows, Salon Grand Mât provides a distinctive ambiance ideal for banquets, receptions, wine tastings, weddings and special-theme business meetings. JUST FOR FIRST NATIONS GUESTS Because the Hotel Maritime Plaza is determined to continue being the preferred destination for aboriginal travellers, the hotel offers special rates for First Nations guests. A luxurious room with wireless Internet access, free access to indoor parking, a daily newspaper delivered to the room and free local phone calls is just $119 per night plus tax.
TO CONTACT THE HOTEL MARITIME PLAZA HOTEL Reserve now to take advantage of this exceptional offer! Hotel Maritime Plaza direct line: 514 932-1411 Fax: 514 932-0446 • Reservation hotline: 1 800 363-6255 E-mail: info@hotelmaritime.com
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Regional Coordinators ROBBIE TAPIATIC Regional Coordinator for Remedial Works 2 Riverside Road, P.O. Box 920 Chisasibi, Quebec J0M 1E0 Tel: 819-855-3377 Fax: 819-855-3378 rtapiatic@niskamoon.org STELLA BEARSKIN Regional Coordinator of Fisheries & Health 2 Riverside Road, P.O. Box 910 Chisasibi, Quebec J0M 1E0 Tel: 819-855-3377 Fax: 819-855-3378 stella@niskamoon.org KATHY SHECAPIO Regional Coordinator of Training & Employment 2 Lakeshore Road Nemaska, Quebec J0Y 3B0 Tel: 514-783-1920 Fax: 514-783-1921 kshecapio@niskamoon.org MARC DUNN Regional Environment Coordinator 277 Duke Street – suite 101 Montreal, Quebec H3C 2M2 Tel: 514-861-5837 Fax: 514-861-0760 mdunn@niskamoon.org
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Across Northern Canada signs of spring are appearing, and bringing with them a renewal and opportunity. For a group of 48 high-school aged youth, representing over 35 communities across Nunavut and the Northwest Territories, this summer represents a unique and especially exciting challenge, as they have been selected to participate in Northern Youth Abroad’s (NYA) 2009 Programs.On June 30th, participants will leave their home communities, beginning an intense and life-changing experience. The Canadian Program begins with a weeklong orientation camp, learning a diverse set of workplace-oriented skills such as First Aid, WHMIS, and life and safety skills, before departing in groups of two to various communities all across Southern Canada. While on placement they will volunteer, share and learn – all while building their own identity, confidence and ability to be successful as independent
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young adults. Participants that have been selected for NYA’s International Program will leave at the same time, but will be departing on a slightly longer journey. All of these 12 participants have already completed the NYA Canadian Program in the past, and are preparing to travel in groups of six, along with two volunteer group leaders, to Botswana, Africa. While in Botswana, they will be volunteering for a local community organization, learning about the local culture, and learning about themselves.Now in its twelfth year of serving youth in Nunavut, and fifth year in the NWT, Northern Youth Abroad continues to develop its brand of customized, experiential education programming exposing youth each year to education, volunteerism and new cultures both in Canada and abroad. Originally developed and initiated by a group of
teachers in Nunavut, NYA, then called the Nunavut Youth Abroad Program, endeavoured to provide a tailored and supported experience to the youth who needed the opportunity the most – young Northerners with untapped potential, who would ultimately be responsible for the operation and leadership of their communities and territory. This vision is realized each year with an investment in a new group of young Northerners, those who are willing to take a chance, to see new things, push themselves to accomplish things never thought possible, and to emerge as the next generation of strong, prepared leaders.
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anadian Gold Hunter Corp. is a Canadian mineral exploration company based in Vancouver, B.C. The Company's shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol CGH.
The Manson Creek Property is located in one of British Columbia's oldest placer gold camps. The primary target at Manson Creek is a large, low-grade gold system - the QCM Zone. The Company has a 100% working interest in the Property.
In line with the company’s growth strategy to becoming the leading gold explorer, Canadian Gold Hunter reviewed a number of additional projects for acquisition and signed an option agreement to earn a 70% interest in the Caballo Blanco gold project in Mexico. Caballo Blanco is an exciting new project for the Company, as it is highly prospective for two deposit types – high-sulphidation epithermal gold and porphyry copper-gold. An extensive drill campaign is currently underway.
The Company is principally engaged in exploration and development of precious and base metal properties located in Canada and Mexico. The Company’s mission is to build Canadian Gold Hunter into one of Canada's leading gold exploration companies. Canadian Gold Hunter’s properties include the GJ/Kinaskan project, a large, gold-rich copper porphyry deposit located in northwest British Columbia. The Donnelly-North and Donnelly copper-gold porphyry zones are the principal exploration targets within the property, which comprises 39 mineral claims covering 20,155 hectares. The Zymo property is a copper-gold porphyry target. The Company has an option with Eastfield Resources Ltd. (ETF-TSXV) to earn up to a 75% interest in the Zymo Property, 40 km west of Smithers, BC. The 10,250 hectare property is accessed by good quality logging roads.
the Thompson Nickel Belt, a zone marking the collisional margin of the Early Proterozoic Churchill Province to the northwest against the Archean Superior Province to the south east during the Trans-Hudson orogeny.
The Assean Lake property is shear-hosted gold and gold in sulphide iron formation targets, which lies within the northeastern extension of
We at Canadian Gold Hunter look forward to another exciting year of exploration both in Canada and Mexico. Our philosophy is to create wealth for all stakeholders and to do so with the utmost respect for the environment and the local population.
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PROVEN SUCCESS. Peter Kiewit Sons Co., one of Canada’s largest heavy civil and industrial construction contractors, has served the Canadian construction market for more than 60 years.
THE POWER OF PARTNERSHIPS. We have established key partnerships with Aboriginal groups who have made significant contributions to our workforce and business development initiatives as we work in their Territories. Through joint ventures with these groups, we have successfully completed some of the largest and most challenging projects in Canada.
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t any good camp the leaders can learn as much as the youth. That was certainly true one recent summer when Scouts Canada worked with former Ontario Lieutenant-Governor James Bartleman, the YMCA and other literacy groups, to send young leaders to five remote First Nations reserves in Northern Ontario to deliver Literacy based summer day camps. As Ontario’s first Aboriginal Lieutenant Governor, James Bartleman was proud of his Native heritage and wanted to give something back to the community. He knew that literacy can be the catalyst for something more; the ability to read can give confidence and open entire worlds to young people from any community.
camps, we simply looked at our own Scouting programs, says Allan Haley, Council Field Executive with the Northern Ontario Council at Scouts Canada. Literacy plays an essential role in Scouting programs; from reading clues in a scavenger hunt, to writing an environmental report for the Chief Scout’s Award. That summer, 65 young leaders worked to deliver literacy based summer day camps. Together, they helped over 360 youth recognize and build on the literacy skills they already had.
To help him expand his literacy initiative to include summer camps, James Bartleman enlisted the help of Scouts Canada. When it came time to develop the program for the
Because of the great attitude of the counsellors and the excellent program, word spread. In many of the camps, although there were 65 children registered, upwards
of 100 came every day. Counsellors also learned a great deal from their experiences and had their eyes opened to an entirely different way of life; from baseball (played every night at the ball field in each community), and Native history (including treaty agreements and residential schools) to religion (which plays a strong role in the communities). For both the participants and the leaders, this experience opened the door to a world of new skills and adventure. It’s just one example of how Scouting is helping youth find a voice in this world. continued on page 85
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In friendships and sharing we find harmony and balance Find your voice through Scouting
FAST FACTS: •28 million members worldwide – the world’s largest youth movement •100,000 members in Canada today •A program with a rich heritage – more than 12 million Canadians have participated •Scouting is in 217 countries and territories.
Whether you’re looking for adventure, fun, new friends, a way to test your abilities and strength, or a taste of leadership, you’re in good company with Scouts. For more than 100 years, Scouts Canada has brought a world of challenge, outdoor experience, friendship, and fun to millions of Canadian youth. Scouting gives you the tools to plan and carry out fun outdoor adventures, try out different leadership roles, and build selfconfidence and self-reliance.
About Scouting History In 1907, a small but innovative outdoor program was launched. This program would eventually grow into a worldwide Movement, the likes of which had never been seen before. The Movement came to Canada more than one hundred years ago, and if its founder Lord Baden-Powell were here today, he would be amazed! Scouts Canada is home to thousands of young people nationwide, with programs administered by caring leaders trained in outdoor skills, and dedicated to shaping our youth to be all they can be as future citizens. Over half a billion young people from virtually every country and culture have pledged to live by our founder’s values: Be kind... Do your best... Leave each place a little better than you found it. These people are helping to create a better world. In 2005, Scouts Canada resurrected a set of distinct
ARCTIC AND NORTHERN CUB AND SCOUT BADGES
Multicultural and Diverse
Scouting is fully co-ed, and welcomes all cultures and religious denominations. In fact, our ever-changing diversity is what makes Scouting a vital part of the world’s cultural mosaic. Scouts Canada has recently introduced a Spirituality Award which is complementary to its Religion in Life Award, recognizing those who do not adhere to a faith community but who are or wish to be spiritual.
“Arctic and Northern” Cub and Scout badges to meet the interests of youth living in the Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut. These unique badges recognize activities and actions that might be more common to these geographical regions, including soapstone or wood carving, and igloo and kayak building, among many others.
Mission Our Mission is “to contribute to the education of young people, through a value system based on the Scout Promise and Law, to help build a better world where people are self fulfilled as individuals and play a constructive role in society.” We do this through seven fun, exciting and innovative programs for youth. Our programs offer a great amount of flexibility, allowing youth and leaders to design activities that reflect their interests, culture, and diversity. Badge requirements are flexible enough to accommodate traditional teachings and crafts from all cultures. We constantly seek new ways to provide youth with fun, interesting and challenging programs and activities. continued on page 86
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Scouting in Action
Our Programs Beavers (boys and girls ages 5-7) – Sharing, Sharing, Sharing Fun and friendship are the cornerstones of the Beaver program. Nature walks, short hikes, tree plantings and family camping give Beavers a taste of outdoor fun. Cubs (boys and girls ages 8-10) – Do Your Best Hikes, weekend camps, and an introduction to water activities like canoeing and kayaking are just a few of the fun outdoor adventures that Cubs enjoy. Scouts (boys and girls ages 11 –14) - Be Prepared! The Scout program emphasizes outdoor and environmental activities, citizenship and community service, leadership, and personal development.
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Venturers (young men and women ages 14-17) - Challenge Venturing helps teens learn new skills that can lead to a satisfying career. The Venturer program emphasizes outdoor and environmental activities, citizenship and community service, leadership and personal development, and career exploration. “I have a chance to be a better person, to help other people, and to have an adventure doing it!” - Leslie, Venturer, Ontario Rovers (men and women ages 18 – 26) – Service Rovers often participate in adventurous activities like mountain climbing, whitewater rafting, or para-sailing. Many Rovers move on to become leaders with the Scouting program.
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SCOUTSabout is everything Scouting knows about programming for children ages 5 - 10, but packaged differently. Offered in three-month modules, SCOUTSabout is run after school in schools or community centres, or during school breaks and summer vacation. Extreme Adventure offers the opportunity for young men and women from 14-17 years of age, to plan and participate in one or more of a variety of short-term adventure-based activities. Adventures might include hiking expeditions along historic trails; cycling tours; water-based trips; adventure racing; or travelling to other countries to participate in humanitarian projects. continued on page 87
P.O. Box 2000 Lac du Bonnet, Manitoba R0E 1A0 Scouting offers fun programs for all ages
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87 continued from page 86 Cutting-edge program activities Protect the natural world through the Leave No Trace program, care for your environment through the Climate Change program, and “Be Prepared” (Scout’s Motto) through Emergency Preparedness. These cutting edge programs offer youth a chance to learn new skills that will help them use their resources wisely; leave a minimum impact on the outdoors so the natural world will be there for all to enjoy; and be better prepared to help their families and community during times of emergency. These are just a few of the exciting program activities youth can take part in when they join a Scout troop or Cub pack in their area. “Being a Beaver means to be kind and respectful to everyone. I will build a better world by taking care of the earth.” - David, Beaver, Quebec
Scouting: Positioning our youth for life through: Healthy Active Living - essential for lifelong success, our goal is to develop healthy active individuals through activities such as hiking, camping, and outdoor adventures. “Being very active in hiking, swimming, and camping keeps me fit! What I do now will help me approach life’s challenges later.” Dan, Venturer, Ontario Leadership – learning by doing provides opportunities for youth to develop and practice leadership skills. Members lead with courage and confidence. Environmental Stewardship – our programs are designed for youth to develop and practice sound environmental ethics.
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Join 100,000 youth and volunteers in the adventure of a lifetime. Make new friends, have fun, learn the value of teamwork and leadership, and help create a better world. Our leaders have access to handbooks, training, online resources and more. For more information, visit www.scouts.ca or call 1-888-Scouts-Now.
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Hydromega Services Inc. ("Hydromega"), a Quebec based company, was established in 1988 with a mission to develop, build, finance and operate hydroelectric facilities with a view to selling the energy produced into the HydroQuebec grid.
RENOWNED EXPERTISE
In 1987, Hydromega became the first private power producer to develop hydroelectric facilities in the Province of Quebec under the Province's legislative amendments in favor of small power plants.
Hydromega has achieved technical performance as well as an efficient and profitable means of production, always respectful of the environment. The company has quickly realized
The expertise developed by Hydromega places the company in an enviable position in the independent hydroelectric power producer's market. Since its creation, Hydromega has broadened its scope to develop different types of renewable energy production, such as wind power and biomass energy. In particular, the company is currently studying the wind power potential on the north Shore of Quebec and lower St-Lawrence river region, one of the most promising wind regimes in the country. The total production capacity of its hydroelectric installations developed and built so far exceeds 85 MW. Hydromega is planning to undertake the development of several new endeavors, allowing the company to considerably increase its capacity over the next few years.
Hydromega has showcased its expertise in the fields of technical development and innovation, hands-on management and financing of projects, as well as operations and maintenance effectiveness. In fact, the success of the seven power plants now in operation, in terms of cost per installed megawatt and minimal unplanned downtime of operation is remarkable in its reliability.
its goal of production efficiency with no significant adverse incidents since its creation. The highly-qualified management and technical team is led by an engineer who has amassed more than 30 years experience in the hydroelectric sector. The Hydromega team includes many experienced professionals, as well as a maintenance and operating staff allowing the company to attain the utmost in production efficiency.
NEW PROJECTS IN ONTARIO In 2005, Hydromega decided to diversify its development by exploring Ontario's new hydro projects. Hydromega has been selected by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) as the Applicant of Record for Competitive Site Release Package (CRP) 01-04 for the Northern Extent of Kapuskasing River. In collaboration with three First Nations (Chapleau Cree, Brunswick house Ojibway and Chapleau Ojibway), Hydromega is proposing to develop four "run-ofriver" waterpower facilities, totaling approximately 20 MW, in the river reach located approximately 17-45 km south of Kapuskasing, Ontario. The facilities would be located at Big Beaver Falls, Camp Three Rapids, White Otter Falls and Old Woman Falls. Each facility would have an installed capacity of 5 MW. Hydromega has made a successful entry in Ontario and intends to become a major player in the small to medium hydro and wind energy. Hydromega is committed to developing long term successful relationships with First Nations interested in the sustainable development of the renewable resources available in their territory.
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The YMCA Youth Exchanges Canada Program is a national exchange program funded by the Department of Canadian Heritage. We operate in every province and territory and strive to provide educational and leadership opportunities for youth between the ages of 12 and 17 years. The program has been operating for 33 years and each year facilitates exchanges to approximately 100 different groups across Canada.
CANADA EAST Perth-Andover Native Council of PEI Cloud River Academy (Cloud River, NF) Whitney Pier Youth Club (Sydney, NS) Ecole Secondaire Moisson D’Art Ecole Secondaire Anjou Ecole Secondaire St. Henri Saint Evariste Maison des Jeunes du Pontiac Commission Scolaire du Littoral Indian Brook Youth (Indian Brook, NS) Ecole Secondaire Nikanik (Wemotaci, QC) Richmond Academy Leadership Group Ecole Secondaire de Rochebelle Domain Etudiant (Petit-Rocher, NB) Ecole Secondaire de Bromptonville
On a YMCA Youth Exchanges Canada Program groups spend 5-10 days hosting another group and approximately the same time visiting another group’s community in another part of the country. Our program enables groups of youth to develop ties and friendships with youth from another part of Canada, learn about their own and another community in Canada and to become engaged with communities through community service and participating in local activities. Lucas Woods is an active youth participant of the Native Council of Prince Edward Island. The Native Youth Council of Prince Edward Island are a volunteer group who meet several times throughout the year to discuss concerns, ideas and suggestions that would assist them is achieving their ultimate goal, - Unity among all Aboriginal Youth on PEI. Lucas participated in an exchange between the Native Council of PEI and Seventh Generation Voices Youth Centre in Hamilton, Ontario. This exchange provided an opportunity for Aboriginal youth in different parts of the country to participate in an intercultural exchange that focussed on community service, building connections and understanding between different First Nations communities and fostering leadership skills among youth. "The exchange made me feel good. It was a good experience because I got to meet new people and see things I haven't seen before. I felt like I had made connections with more people. Everybody (my group) said there was nothin' to be worried about and I felt safe. (It) made me feel important, I can come here and share my experience with others. It's a good chance. If you're offered (it) you should take it, meet a lot of people, experience a lot." ...Lucas
NUNAVUT Iqaluit Music Society John Arnalukjuak HS Some of the new groups and communities that accessed the program during the 2008/09 program year included: BRITISH COLUMBIA Tong Lowe Family YMCA Sir Charles Tupper School E.J. Dunn Middle School Kyuquot Secondary School PRAIRIES Sunchild First Nation School (AB) Nisto Awasisak Memorial (Cumberland House, SK) Ecole Dickinsfield John Pritchard School (Winnipeg) Global Friendship Immigration Centre (Brooks, AB) ONTARIO YMCA Newcomer YLC East Metro Youth Services Blenheim District HS Tam O’Shanter PS Maison des Jeunes de “Pessamit”
Some Aboriginal Groups & Communities that accessed the program during the past year included: Seventh Generation Voices Youth Centre, Hamilton ON Nbisiing Secondary School, North Bay ON Wiiji Nimbawiyaang Elementary, Muncey ON Ecole Secondaire Nikanik, Wemotaci QC Maison Des Jeunes de “Pessamit”, Betsiamites QC Nisto Awasisak Memorial School, Cumberland House SK Vincent Massey Community School, Saskatoon SK Morley Community School, Morley AB Sunchild School, Rocky Mountain House AB Kyuquot Elementary/Secondary School, Kyuquot BC Perth-Andover Middle School, Perth-Andover NB Peter Pitseolak School, Cape Dorset, NU John Arnalukjuak High School: Arviat, NU Vibhor Garg National Director, Youth Exchanges Canada YMCA of Greater Toronto Phone: (416)928-3362 ext 2001 www.ymcaexchanges.org/ www.echangesymca.org
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HATHOR EXPLORATION LTD. Suite 1810, 925 West Georgia Street, Vancouver BC V6C 3L2
604-684-6707 Vancouver
A Northern Owned Company
HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE Suite 202, 5109 - 48 Street Yellowknife, NT X1A 1N5
Tel.: 867.766.3001 Fax: 867.766.3005 e-mail: hr@nunalogistics.com
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780 693 2242 Edmonton
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Opawica Explorations Inc. is a Canadian junior exploration company actively engaged in the acquisition, exploration and development of mineral resource properties. Opawica has traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange for over 20 years (TSX-OPW) and has advanced staged gold and gold/copper projects in mining friendly Ontario. Recently announced near surface resources are potentially suitable for open pit mining methods. The Company’s current exploration efforts are concentrated on its 100% owned Maybrun-Atikwa Lake Copper–Gold Project located about 120 road kilometres southeast of Kenora, Ontario and its 100% owned Dingman Gold Project near Madoc, Ontario, which is situated about one and a half hour drive east-northeast from the Greater Toronto Area. During 2008 the Company completed its drill programs on these properties, reported assay results, and commissioned Golder Associates Ltd. to prepare NI 43-101
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reports on the Atikwa Lake and Dingman properties. These reports will provide an independent mineral resource estimate, for both Atikwa Lake and Dingman, conforming to the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve definitions referred to in the National Instrument 43-101, Standards of disclosure for Mineral Projects. In addition, Golder has conducted property and core logging facility visits on both properties in order to collect core and surface samples and observe Opawica’s sampling quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) program. It was observed by Golder that Opawica was following their QA/QC program and the samples collected by Golder confirmed gold mineralization in quantities representative of the Atikwa Lake property and the Dingman property.
ATIKWA LAKE, GOLD-COPPER PROPERTY, NW Ontario The mineral resource estimates by Golder are classified as Indicated and Inferred for a range of gold equivalent (Au-Eq) cut off grades of which 0.40 g/t Au was used. Some preliminary economic considerations with respect to Au-Eq cut-off grades, average in-situ US$/ Tonne value for Indicated resources, were calculated based on forward looking estimates of gold and copper metal pricing, mining and milling cost estimates. The mineral resources estimates of the Atikwa Lake property are not mineral reserves and do not have demonstrated economic viability. There are three mineral zones outlined in the mineral resource estimate consisting of the Maybrun Main Zone, Maybrun footwall Zone and Maybrun North Zone. The mineral resource estimates are classified as Indicated and Inferred for a range of US$ per tonne cut-off grades. The large majority of the resources, including all of the Indicated resource, are within 130m of surface. Continued on page 97
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Opawica has received an initial head grade assay result from Gekko regarding four samples weighing 100 grams each
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The North Inferred Resource is situated about 600m north of the Maybrun Main Zones. Drilling in this 600m gap is recommended as these zones may connect or in some way be related. In addition, deep drilling of at least four holes is recommended to depth on the Maybrun Main Zone which is clearly open at depth below 130m. Further infill drilling of the Main Maybrun zones is also recommended. All statistical, geostatistical, mineralization modelling, grade modelling and classification work was done using the Datamine Studio 2.0 software. In addition, all gold assay values above 31.1 g/t Au were cut to 31.1 g/t Au. The block model for mineral resource estimate used a block size of 5m by 5m by 5m and was based on the drill hole spacing, continuity of data and the mining method proposed by Opawica’s qualified person Mr. R.W. Laakso, P.Eng. The mining being an open pit bulk mining method estimated at a 1:1 stripping ratio. Preliminary mining, milling and capital costs were estimated by R.W. Laakso, P.Eng. using US$21 per tonne. The Ordinary Kriging (OK) interpolation method was used for resource estimation purposes using variography parameters defined from geostatistical analysis. In addition, a US$ per tonne value was used in the mineral resource estimate. This value, was provided by Opawica, was calculated using US$750 per ounce for gold and US$1.75 per pound for copper. The mineral resource estimate is an in-situ resource for gold and copper and does not include external dilution or recoveries from mineral and metallurgical processing. There is other low grade mineral content known to
be present in the Atikwa Lake ores such as silver, magnesium and titanium. It may be possible to recover portions of these minerals as by products. Further assaying and metallurgical test work is required and ongoing to determine if any such recoveries may be realized using existing commercial flotation methodologies. In this regard, Opawica has received an initial head grade assay result from Gekko regarding four samples weighing 100 grams each. These samples were taken from the initial 300kg representative sample of Atikwa Lake ores from representative sections for 72 Opawica drill holes that the Company provided to Gekko at an estimated average head grade of approximately 1.2 g/t Au and 0.70% Cu with no grade determination for silver, magnesium, titanium or Ni-PGE’s having been undertaken by Opawica. Ni–PGE potential exists on the property outside of the Maybrun Zone. This 300kg sample was sent to Gekko in order to carry out mineralogy testing and metallurgical test work and to assist in developing a flow sheet design initially, and primarily, for gold and copper for the Atikwa Lake project. Initial Gekko test work has established that crushing to at least minus 200 mesh will be required for Atikwa Lake ores in order to obtain an acceptable commercial recovery of the gold and copper. Final recovery rates have yet to be determined. Continued on page 99
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Phone: 705-235-6564 Fax: 705-235-6743
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Ditem Explorations 805-1155 Rue University, Montreal PQ H3B 3A7
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The overall average grade taken by Gekko for the first 400g Atikwa Lake sample returned 1.60 g/t gold, 5 g/t silver, 0.91% copper, 3.0% magnesium and 0.434% titanium. Gekko will now continue to carry out metallurgical test work on samples consistent with the grade outlined in the above noted published resources for gold and copper. In addition, metallurgical test work will be carried out to determine the recovery, if any, of all other minerals reported in the above 400g sample from Atikwa Lake ores, with said samples being averaged in grade commensurate with and proportionate to the gold and copper grades published in the resources noted above. All of the above noted metallurgical tests and mineralogy tests concerning the Atikwa Lake ores by Gekko is expected to be completed within the next three months. DINGMAN GOLD & AGGREGATE PROPERTY, SE Ontario The mineral resource estimates by Golder at Dingman are classified as Indicated and Inferred for a range of Au g/t cut-off grades. A cut off grade of 0.40 g/t Au was used. For Indicated resources only, an average US$/ Tonne value was included in support of economic considerations and this value is based on forward looking estimates for gold. The mineral resource estimates for Dingman are not mineral reserves and do not have demonstrated economic viability. The Dingman resources are situated within one mineralized zone and the large majority of the resources, including all of the Indicated resource, are within 200m of surface. The Dingman zone is primarily open to depth and has some potential for further gold mineralization on strike to the east. Further drilling to depth and on strike to the east is recommended. This drilling should test and focus on narrower and higher grade zones known to exist within the overall Dingman zone and granitic stock.
Depending on pit design, the cost of producing like aggregates from open pits in this area ranges from $4.30 to $5.45 Cdn per tonne.
All statistical, geostatistical, mineralization modelling, grade modelling and classification work was done using the Datamine Studio version v2.0 software. In addition, all gold assay values above 30 g/t Au were cut to 30 g/t Au. The block model for mineral resource estimate used a block size of 10m by 5m by 10m and was based on the drill hole spacing, continuity of data and the mining method proposed by Opawica’s qualified person Mr. R.W. Laakso, P.Eng. being an open pit bulk mining method estimated at a 1:1 stripping ratio. Preliminary mining, milling and capital costs were estimated by R.W. Laakso, P.Eng. using US$21 per tonne. The Ordinary Kriging (OK) interpolation method was used for resource estimation purposes using variography parameters defined from geostatistical analysis. In addition, a US$ per tonne value was used in the mineral resource estimate. This value, provided by
Opawica, was calculated using US$750 per ounce for gold. The mineral resource estimate is an insitu resource for gold and does not include external dilution or recoveries from mineral and metallurgical processing. Gekko is carrying out metallurgical test work on Dingman ores. Initial testwork by Gekko has established that crushing to at least minus 200 mesh will be required for Dingman ores in order to obtain an acceptable commercial recovery of the gold. Final recovery rates will be determined by Gekko within the next three months. Continued on page 100
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The Company will commence additional drilling at Atikwa Lake in January 2009 and expects to file NI 43-101 reports for the Atikwa Lake and Dingman properties in the first calendar quarter of 2009.
There is very little overburden covering the Dingman limestones while the granite is totally exposed as a prominent hill in the local area. Studies carried out by Qualified Person, R.W. Laakso, P.Eng., has found that limestone is a marketable commodity in the Toronto, Ontario, corridor from Burlington to Kingston, Ontario, as aggregate for road mine site. Depending on pit design, the cost of producing like aggregates from open pits in this area ranges from $4.30 to $5.45 Cdn per tonne. These costs were obtained from local aggregate mine contractors for road base, concrete, rip-rap and ornamental stone. In addition to limestone, a quantity of the waste rock from the stripping of the proposed open pit model for the gold resources will be the granite itself. The granite does not contain any deleterious elements which enables this aggregate to be prospectively used in the manufacture of asphalt. Recent quotations for the various products from similar quarries in this part of Ontario range from $8 per tonne to $10 per tonne F.O.B.. These are current estimates only and do not constitute executed contracts with mine contractors or for the purchase of aggregate products from Opawica at this time. Such contracts cannot be
NATIVE completed until mine or quarry permitting has been obtained and mining operations commissioned. Mine or quarry permits have not at this time been obtained by the Company. The qualified person for the Dingman and Atikwa Lake properties is Mr. R.W. Laakso, P.Eng. of Holland Landing, Ontario. OUTLOOK AND STRATEGY The Company will commence additional drilling at Atikwa Lake in January 2009 and expects to file NI 43-101 reports for the Atikwa Lake and Dingman properties in the first calendar quarter of 2009. Assuming positive report results and subject to financing, the Company will proceed with base line studies and potentially with preliminary scoping studies and if sufficient economics are determined then the Company would have to complete a bankable feasibility study in order to secure mining permits and production financing. The Company may also consider a strategic alliance with another company to advance its properties.
For further information, please contact the company at
(604) 681-3170 or visit our website at www.opawica.com Forward Looking Statements: Some of the statements contained herein may be forward-looking statements which involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Without limitation, statements regarding potential mineralization, resources and expansion of resources, recoveries, exploration results, and future plans and objectives of the Company are forward looking statements that involve various degrees of risk. The following are important factors that could cause the Company’s actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward looking statements: changes in the world price of mineral commodities, general market conditions, risks inherent in mineral exploration, risks associated with mine permitting, metallurgy, development, construction and mining operations, the uncertainty of the determination of mineable ounces of gold and copper in pounds or other minerals in pounds, or the future profitability of the companies projects.
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Social Work through HipHop Stephen Leafloor, a social worker with over 20 years of experience working with youth, together with the Blueprint for Life crew joined traditional Inuit performing artists Akinisie Sivuaraapik, Sylvia Cloutier and Karin Kettler to share how the culture of HipHop and Inuit performing arts can be used as a voice for youth, and how it can positively impact their lives.
Together with several key partners committed to keeping this project's momentum, Kativik School Board schools in Umiujaq, Kuujjuaq, Tasinjaq and Puvirnituq hosted the Social Work through HipHop projects in 20082009. Local and regional organizations contributed labour, funding, venues, materials and daily support for lodging, meals and local transportation of participants. Individuals committed to youth and education contributed support to students and animators in dealing with the challenges that often accompany projects in remote towns. Project success was dependent on the hard work of local organizers consisting mainly of the school principals, viceprincipals, centre directors, and teaching and non-teaching staff. Community workers included police and nursing staff, and municipal recreation representatives were also present. In the HipHop! Don't Stop! workshops, secondary students and their teachers were fully engaged physically and creatively on a daily basis. They took part in workshops on breakdancing, beatboxing, throat singing, and drum dancing. The history of HipHop was explained, and the negative imagery and myths, such as a gangster lifestyle and the role of women as Booty Girls depicted through the media, was refuted and put into context. Social workshops discussing healthy living, alcohol, drug and domestic abuse, nonviolence, and other concerns of adolescents were presented. School administrators, teachers, parents and local youth representatives were won over by the energy created, the high level of confidence in the students, and the strong relationships built among the youth7 teachers and project animators. The project is known for the positive impact the workshops and informal time spent with the Blueprint members have on the students and personnel. continued on page 103
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Leadership Training through HipHop During the week of March 16-21, 2009, ten students flew in to Puvirnituq to participate in the first regional follow-up project, Leadership Training through HipHop, and to compete in the first HipHop competition sponsored by the Puvirnituq 2009 Snow Festival. This was thanks to a partnership with the NVPuvirnituq through the 2009 Snow Festival, Kativik School Board through its New Paths for Education initiative, and Iguarsivik School. Important contributors to the project included Makivik through the Safer Communities initiative, and airline companies Air Inuit and First Air with their generous travel discounts.
NATIVE Animators faced a challenging week as they animated two ongoing workshops for the first three days. A core group of 40 high school students participated in a HipHop! Don 't Stop! project at the same time that leadership training activities were being held for students in town for the followup project.
examined the thought processes and skills of a leader, and worked at developing them through activities and role-play. Blueprint supported students in the growth of their self- esteem and confidence with respect to effective communication and decisionmaking-both essential qualities of leaders.
Students in the leadership training workshops were challenged physically and emotionally to push their bodies to the limit with the warm-ups, dance practices and skill development. As part of the Leadership Training, students
The students concluded their training by teaching a short choreography they developed to a small mixed group of adults and youth, and leading them in a performance for evaluation by Stephen Leafloor. The students demonstrated they had been avid learners throughout the workshops, and were able to teamteach and complete the exercise to everyone's satisfaction. Several students expressed interest in continuing further leadership training opportunities. continued on page 103
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First HipHop competition at the Puvirnitaq Snow Festival The final challenge for these students was the Friday night HipHop competition of the 2009 Snow Festival. After the three battles and fierce competition, all agreed with the judges that Walter Crow and Alice Esperon from Kiluutaq School had won the competition and deserved the $1,000 prize. Tommy Dufresne and Elena Nassak from Jaanimmarik School in Kuujjuaq who won second place and $500$, also wowed the audience with their performance at the second battle. Many thanks are due to the judges who had a difficult task in choosing the winners. Akinisie Sivuaraapik, Stephen Leafloor, and elder Eliyasi Sallualuk were attentive and unanimous in their decisions. The Social Work through HipHop projects held with Blueprint for Life by Kativik School Board through its New Paths for Education funding continue to engage youth and adults alike. Recommendations for the future include projects that focus on continued leadership training of youth and young adults involved in local clubs, and providing further opportunities for students to compete and exchange with youth across Nunavik and Nunavut.
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The Yukon Government has broken ground on a new correctional centre that will replace the 42-year old Whitehorse Correctional Centre. The new facility will promote healing and hope for change, says Yukon Minister of Justice Marian C. Horne. “It’s no secret that most of the people that go to jail in Yukon are aboriginal,” she said. “This facility will provide the opportunity for inmates to address the root causes of their crimes and will offer programming that can help them to heal.” The new correctional centre, which is unnamed, is on schedule to be completed in late 2011 at a projected cost of just under $67 million. The facility is being constructed through a joint venture between Dominion Construction and the Kwanlin Dun First Nation. The new correctional centre will have capacity to accommodate varied populations in a flexible living unit design. With 104 cells, most with double bunk capacity, we have planned for future capacity and will be able to accommodate up to 172 inmates, says Norma Davignon, who has been managing the project for the Yukon Government since 2006.
“Initially, it is likely that inmates will have a cell to themselves, but the design allows for flexibility in how the living units are used, to address a fluctuating population,” she said. The new facility is designed with four men’s living units and one female living unit. These are designed with three levels highlighted with a full-height common area oriented to maximize direct sight-lines from the staff workstation and central control. “This design allows for abundant natural light and air movement. The look and feel of the living units will be consistent with promoting an overall healing environment,” said Davignon. The use of appropriate colours and natural materials, such as solid core wooden doors and acoustic treatments will minimize the institutional feel of the environment and help add to promoting a natural environment, she noted. “We heard through our Corrections Consultation and subsequent meetings with First Nations, Elders, staff and programmers that providing flexible programming space and outdoor access to inmates will be important to the success of inmate programming at the new correctional centre,” said Davignon. Inmates will have direct access to secure outside yards and various program and activity spaces. Meals will be prepared centrally and served in the living unit common spaces. This means inmates will no longer take meals in a cafeteria. continued on page 107
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StFX provides a quality university education in a supportive environment that nurtures personal and intellectual growth. The University is nestled in the Northeastern Nova Scotia town of Antigonish, a community with a population of 5,000. StFX has numerous academic programs, cultural opportunities and extra-curricular activities designed to meet a student's educational, recreational and social needs.
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To accomplish this, correctional officers are being trained in a new style of Enhanced Direct Supervision, which will be a key feature of the new correctional centre. Rather than the historic, indirect supervision of inmates, correctional officers are now being trained in modern techniques to work directly with inmates. “This means they will spend more time working with inmates in the living units. Correctional officers will work from an open station on the unit and move freely throughout the unit,” she said. A central control unit will oversee security for the facility. During the normal course of the day, the living unit cells will remain open except during staff breaks. Movement to outdoor yards and activity areas will be uncontrolled as all are within the overall living unit envelope. Living units will be locked down when required for security reasons. Offender programming will be offered through a common area in each living unit.
“This programming will help to resolve the problems that resulted in incarceration and will include education including literacy, alcohol and drug services and living skills,” she said. Female inmates will be accommodated in a separate living unit with 20 cells. Like the men’s living units, the unit will have programming space, an outdoor yard and abundant natural light. A large gathering space is being created to provide a venue for First Nations cultural events and larger programming sessions. This gathering area connects to a unique programming space referred to in planning as the healing room. Another section of the facility will house inmates that require special attention, including segregation, if necessary. A medical unit is also being constructed which will include dental services.
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The Take a Kid Trapping Program is designed to introduce youth in the Northwest Territories to the Traditional Harvesting practices of hunting, trapping, fishing and outdoor survival. The program is delivered through schools and Aboriginal organizations and in co-operation with the Departments of Municipal and Community Affairs (MACA) and Environment and Natural Resources (ENR). Instructors incorporate visits to trap lines and handson experience setting traps, snares and fishnets, to teach traditional life skills, conservation and best practices in the preparation of pelts for market. Take a Kid Trapping is the precursor to trapper training programs and consistent with the NWT Wildlife Act, NWT Trapping Regulations and the Agreement on
International Humane Trap Standards. The delivery of this program is also consistent with the objectives of the Genuine Mackenzie Valley Fur marketing strategy. Regional Programs and Services of the Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment are delivered through offices in: Yellowknife (North Slave), Fort Smith (South Slave), Norman Wells (Sahtu), Fort Simpson (Dehcho) or Inuvik (Inuvik).
REGIONAL PROGRAM AND SERVICE DELIVERY ITI is committed to building a diversified, sustainable economy in the Northwest Territories - beginning at the community level. Our regional delivery model reflects our objective to ensure support and assistance is available in every community in the Northwest Territories. For help with the establishment, expansion, or modernization of businesses, contact our staff in the Dehcho, Sahtu, North Slave, South Slave, or Inuvik Regional Offices. They are available to ensure that businesses and entrepreneurs receive access to programs and resources, and maximum benefits from any new developments in their area. Our staff are working in each Region to strengthen relations and expand communication with communities, businesses, partner organizations, and all regional stakeholders. Regular community visits, together with enhanced communication initiatives, will ensure clients have access to reliable information, assistance and planning advice.
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