Assembly of First Nations Convening National Meeting on the Future of First Nations Education
Assembly of First Nations Convening National Meeting on the Future of First Nations EducationOTTAWA, Aug. 21, 2012 - First Nation leaders from across Canada will be gathering in Ottawa/Gatineau from October 2-4, 2012 to participate in the Chiefs Assembly on Education. This three day event will be an opportunity for a full discussion on supporting First Nations education and identifying strategies to move forward in critical areas such as treaty rights, jurisdiction, funding and language."First Nations leaders established education as a key priority, with our ultimate goal being First Nations control of First Nations education," said National Chief Atleo. "Our direction forward must address the Treaty right to education, First Nation jurisdiction over education, fairness and equity in funding and resources to support language and cultural instruction. First Nations are the youngest and fastest growing segment of the population. Their future is Canada's future."read more
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