NCFNG signs Agreement with University of Alberta
The Centre is pleased to announce the signing of an agreement in support of the Aboriginal Governance and Partnership program offered by the University of Alberta's Faculty of Native Studies. The program will focus on governance for Aboriginal communities.
BC and Yukon treaty nations gather to discuss implementation
The Maa-nulth First Nations and the NCFNG hosted the Learning From Experience: In Pursuit of Effective Implementation Forum held at the Hupacasath House of Gathering on April 9 and 10.
Eskasoni’s High School Students Take Part in Governance Discussions
The youth of the Eskasoni First Nation on Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia want more say in the issues that will shape their future. On May 29, 2008, the Eskasoni Governance Team invited the Centre to facilitate a community forum and deliver a presentation to Eskasoni youth.
Defining the Landscape: Centre releases commissioned research papers
First Nations are clearly entitled to define their own approach to governance and to exercise the rights that come with title to their traditional lands. These are the conclusions from a large body of research recently released by the Centre. Read more...
Advancing Professional Certification
Certification of First Nation administrators may be the most efficient way to direct post-secondary programs to teach the skills required to move from the Indian Act to inherent right-based self-governance. On April 9th NCFNG-BC Region co-hosted a one-day forum with AFOA-BC Chapter to engage BC First Nation administrators in a discussion about the need for an association of Band Administrators and professional certification.
Regional / Events / Other News
Summit on Aboriginal Economic Development. University of Toronto, May 1st. NCFNG President Herb George (Satsan) will be a featured speaker. Read more and link to registration page…
New Research Papers from Maria Morellato and Kent McNeil. In the Publications Library...
Staff / Directors / Job Opportunities
Director of Finance. Closing Date: August 1st.
