Seven Generations Education Institute
Seven Generations Education Institute is an Aboriginal-owned and controlled post-secondary institution, co-founded by the ten bands in the Rainy Lake Tribal area in 1985. The ten bands are: Big Grassy, Big Island, Couchiching, Lac La Croix, Naicatchewenin, Nigigoonsiminikaaning, Ojibways of Onigaming, Rainy River, Seine River and Mitaanjigamiing. Each of the bands appointed one member to the board of directors of Seven Generations Education Institute, which functions with the leadership of the Executive Director.
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In Anishinabek News
- September 2014: The institute was one of the organizers for the Maadaadizi 2014 orientation event. Its Post-Secondary Student Support Program is directed by Howard Twance.[1]
- March 2018: The institute participated in a panel discussion at Lakehead University regarding Indigenous research and innovation. The organization works to overcome historical barriers to education by building confidence within First Nation communities.[2]
- January 2023: Seven Generations Education Institute is listed as a partner for the skin and wound care micro-credential program launched in 2023.[3]
- May 2023: Representatives from this institute attended the water ceremony and lodge naming at Canadore College in April 2023. The institute delivers some Canadore College programs.[4]
- March 2026: The institute employs Julie Harmer, who facilitates sewing workshops at various locations including a campus in Thunder Bay. The organization offers women's empowerment programming in Sioux Lookout and Rainy Lake.[5]
- September 2026: The institute operates the Azhemiinigoziwin Program at its campuses in Thunder Bay, Sioux Lookout, and Rainy Lake. Staff at the institute provide a holistic curriculum that includes academic upgrading, pre-employment skills, and traditional land-based activities. The organization partnered with Roots Community Food Centre to provide cooking instruction for students.[6]
References
- ↑ "Maadaadizi in Marina Park an opportunity for new students", Anishinabek News, 10 September 2014 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Indigenous institutions look to build and strengthen relationships", Anishinabek News, 20 March 2018 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Sault College offers innovative skin and wound micro-credentials for healthcare professionals", Anishinabek News, 18 January 2023 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Canadore College to combine ceremony and technology to take care of the water", Anishinabek News, 2 May 2023 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Sharing the gift of seal mitt making techniques with others in Fort William First Nation", Anishinabek News, 31 March 2026 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Azhemiinigoziwin program empowers Anishinaabekwe through culture, education, and land-based learning", Anishinabek News, 24 September 2026 (archived copy; original article).