Waabnoong Bemjiwang Association of First Nations
| Waabnoong Bemjiwang Association of First Nations | |
|---|---|
| Type | First Nation government |
| Founded | 1993 |
Waabnoong Bemjiwang Association of First Nations is a non-profit tribal council entity incorporated in 1993.[1]
In Anishinabek News
- March 2019: The organization's infrastructure specialist, Randy Roy, presented on the importance of centralizing housing data at a conference in Thunder Bay.[2]
- December 2020: The council partnered with Water First Education & Training Inc. to provide water science training for approximately 12 young adults from its member communities. The organization aims to address the local need for qualified personnel to manage drinking water systems for future generations. This internship initiative is supported by the Anishinabek Nation and private donors.[3]
- April 2021: The council developed a digital asset management system to transition infrastructure records from paper to a secure digital environment. The organization collaborated with KPMG to create asset management plans for its member communities using provincial service standards. The project received financial support from FedNor, the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation, and Indigenous Services Canada.[4]
- September 2022: In March 2016, the member Chiefs of the association mandated the creation of a First Nations children's services agency.[5]
- September 2022: The association collaborated with Water First Education & Training Inc. to support the Georgian Bay Drinking Water Internship Program. Executive Director Theresa Teddy stated that training a new generation of individuals would provide growth and advancement for member communities.[6]
- November 2022: In 2016, the association was mandated by jurisdictional Chiefs to create a child services agency for its member nations. The association represents the communities of Dokis First Nation, Henvey Inlet First Nation, Magnetawan First Nation, Shawanaga First Nation, Wahnapitae First Nation, and Wasauksing First Nation.[7]
- July 2026: This tribal council serves the communities of Dokis, Henvey Inlet, Magnetawan, Wahnapitae, Nipissing, and Wasauksing. The organization partnered with Water First Education and Training, Inc. to launch a 15-month internship for 11 Indigenous adults in July 2026. The association provides advisory and technical services to enhance the quality of life for its member communities.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "11 Indigenous adults join the Environmental Water Internship", Anishinabek News, 25 July 2026 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Beausoleil First Nation recognized for recent housing complex", Anishinabek News, 11 March 2019 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Waabnoong Bemjiwang Association of First Nations and Water First announce new training internship for Water Treatment Plant Operators", Anishinabek News, 9 December 2020 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Waabnoong Bemjiwang uses technology for precise infrastructure strategy", Anishinabek News, 27 April 2021 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Niijaansinaanik Orange Standard: Redesigning child well-being", Anishinabek News, 13 September 2022 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Next generation of Indigenous water treatment operators ready to support local water quality", Anishinabek News, 27 September 2022 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "The new Orange Standard is a redesign of child well-being", Anishinabek News, 4 November 2022 (archived copy; original article).