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Invitation to Participate in a Research Project: Why do Aboriginal Students Stay or Leave University?

Indigenous

The main goal of the research project is to identify the key factors that help and hinder students completing their programs at Simon Fraser University. This project aims to understand student experiences at SFU though one-on one interviews. 
To find out more... 

By: Michelle Pidgeon 163 reads | 0 comments
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Volunteering in the Aboriginal Community

Student Engagement

Have you ever been curious about volunteering in the Aboriginal Community or with Aboriginal Youths? If you have, you may have found it difficult to find these types of opportunities. In this blog post, I hope to give you a few resources to help ease the difficulty of finding such a specific opportunity.

By: Alexandra Lowe 302 reads | 0 comments
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FREE jobpostings: Aboriginal Issue

Indigenous

Aboriginal inclusion in the workplace is a crucial part of the overall discussion that is taking place around diversity and inclusion in the current Canadian jobs scene. At Jobpostings, we commend those companies that support workplaces where everyone— especially those within the Aboriginal community—can be their authentic selves.

By: volunteer 226 reads | 0 comments
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Pre-medical Symposium

Indigenous

Are you a non-traditional student who is considering medicine? If so, we would like to invite you to attend our symposium.

By: Kristen Sokalski 167 reads | 0 comments
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LYNX: Aboriginal Student Career & Employment Program

Indigenous

The LYNX Aboriginal Student Career & Employment Program provides an opportunity for Aboriginal Students from various universities in Western Canada to connect directly with potential employers.

By: admin 258 reads | 0 comments
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Decolonization Workshop Series

Indigenous Event

SFPIRG is offering a series of Decolonization Workshops this fall: Decolonization 101, Beyond Residential Schools, Resistance and Resiliance in BC and Matrilinealism  The workshops are open for anyone who is interested. 

By: admin 241 reads | 0 comments
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Indigenous Career Story: Corey Dekker, Aboriginal Affairs, CEAA

Indigenous Career Stories

Everyone wanted to know what others were planning to do with their education. I remember one classmate’s mother asking me: “what sort of job are you going pursue with a degree in Political Science?" Every Liberal Arts student has confronted this question, and most – if anything like myself – have struggled to answer it. 

By: Corey Dekker 658 reads | 0 comments
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Citizenship, Business and First Nations: Finding a Way Forward

Indigenous SFU Community Stories

Net Impact as part of their mission statement as emerging business leaders is to make a positive environmental, social and economic impact in the Vancouver community by advocating responsible and sustainable business practices.

By: Lforsythe 249 reads | 0 comments
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“What about Graduate school?” Workshop

Indigenous
DateSeptember 27th, 2012 (date change)
Time: 11:30am-2:00pm
Location: MBC 1302 
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First Nations Student Association at SFU Orienatation

FNSA

The First Nations Student Association was part of the Orientation for the first time ever in the history of SFU this year a great step in the right direction for not only the FNSA but the SFU Orientation program as well.

By: Laura Forsythe 185 reads | 0 comments
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UNBC to Lead National Urban Aboriginal Knowledge Network in Western Canada

Indigenous Community Stories

The University of Northern British Columbia is partnering with the National Association of Friendship Centres (NAFC), government ministries, and regional research centres across Canada to develop the Urban Aboriginal Knowledge Network (UAKN) and research the policies and issues that affect Canada’s city-dwelling aboriginal population.

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Coast Salish Singing

Indigenous

Karen went to the Coast Salish singing workshop for several reasons. First she was aboriginal, new to SFU and thought it would be fun. Also she would be able to meet some other aboriginal students. Find out more about Coast Salish Singing...

By: Karen Johnson, Lytton First Nation 589 reads | 0 comments
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You're Invited: The Lynx Luncheon

Indigenous

If you are interested in learning about the career opportunities that could await you after graduation from SFU Career services, Co-op, and Lynx Aboriginal Student Career and employment program then you're invited to the Lynx Luncheon.

By: admin 298 reads | 0 comments
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JobFest 2012: Rock Your Future

job fair

"Aboriginal youth and Indigenous students are part of a key target group for the JobFest project, with the goal being to get them excited about and engaged with their futures."

MLA Patrick Bell 
Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation
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Assembly of First Nations A Call to Action

AFN

Investing in First Nations is not only a benefit to the social, cultural and economic well-being of First Nations communities, it is also a long-term and sustainable stimulus plan for Canada’s economy. Statistics Canada has predicted that Canada will face a labour shortage by 2017 as baby boomers retire and there are fewer workers to replace them.

By: admin 136 reads | 0 comments
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[Indigenous Employer] Round Lake Treatment Centre: "Where Culture is Treatment"

Indigenous Employers

Round Lake Treatment Centre is funded by the Governments of Canada and British Columbia through grants provided by First Nations & Inuit Health Branch and Interior Health Authority. Round Lake provides residential addictions treatment for persons in recovery. Find out how to become part of thier team.

By: admin 374 reads | 0 comments
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SFU Indigenous Summit

SFU library

Have you heard of SFU's Indigenous Summit? Also known as the Indigenous Academa project, the collection is the result of a partnership between SFU’s Indigenous Student Centre (ISC), the Bennett Library. 

 

By: admin 172 reads | 0 comments
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SFU Engages in Aboriginal Youth

Indigenous

In working with SFU Undergrad Alissa Derrick the cultural coordinator of the Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre, SFU hosted Aboriginal youth enrolled in the Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Summer Day Camp Program for a day of fun activities with cultural teachings.

By: admin 290 reads | 0 comments
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Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre

Indigenous

The Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre, a non for profit charitable organization, has been meeting the needs of aboriginal people making a transition to the urban Vancouver community since its doors opened in 1963. Read about one 17 year-olds summer experience.

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Warriors Against Violence Society Program

Indigenous

We believe there is a need to restore the traditional Aboriginal values of honour, respect and equality. The Circle of Life includes elders, lifegivers, men, and youth. All have a right to live in non-violent families and communities.

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Musqueam Marks 100 Days with March to Protest Burials Under Threat

Indigenous

Open letter to my friends, relatives, colleagues and supporters of  c̓əsnaʔəm. Calling to Action.

By: Rhiannon B 629 reads | 0 comments
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The Native Courtworker and Counselling Association of British Columbia

NCCABC

The Native Courtworker and Counselling Association of British Columbia (NCCABC) provides culturally appropriate services to aboriginal people and communities consistent with their needs. 

By: admin 105 reads | 0 comments
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[Indigenous Employer] Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC)

Series

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) is dedicated to providing financial services to North American Indian, Inuit and Metis people through our Aboriginal Banking Team. Join this team of experts and you’ll bring the new skills and training we provide to help meet the changing and diverse needs of the people in your community.

By: admin 268 reads | 0 comments
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Aboriginal Human Resource Council

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Get connected to employers, mentors and career development opportunities through the Aboriginal Human Resource Council!
By: admin 314 reads | 0 comments