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2020 news:
OCTOBER
October 23: MKO encourages youth to join Manitoba’s Youth Advisory Council on Climate
October 20: Manitoba First Nations COVID-19 Pandemic Response Coordination Team Bulletin for October 20
October 13: Free counselling available in Manitoba
October 1: Dr. Barry Lavallee named as Chief Executive Officer of Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin Inc.
October 1: Online flu resources
SEPTEMBER
September 30: York Factory First Nation: Call for Donations
September 30: MKO Honours Former Students of Residential Schools on Orange Shirt Day
September 29: MKO’s Winnipeg office has moved
September 28: Upcoming events in Thompson: October 1, 3, and 4
September 24: Information on the Manitoba Child Benefit
September 16: Funding for physical activity projects: Apply by Oct. 16, 2020
September 14: Supporting seniors in your community: Apply for funding by Oct. 20, 2020
September 11: If you plan to home school your child
September 11: If you test positive for COVID-19
September 11: Preparing your child for school during COVID-19
September 9: September 8 Bulletin from the Manitoba First Nations COVID-19 Pandemic Response Coordination Team
September 3: Funding from the Security Infrastructure Program Available: Apply by Oct 31, 2020
September 2: Travel Restrictions to Northern Manitoba
AUGUST
August 31: Updates on COVID-19 from the Manitoba First Nations Pandemic Response Coordination Team
August 22: Manitoba First Nations COVID-19 Pandemic Response Coordination Team (PRCT) Bulletin
August 19: MKO delivers art therapy programming to youth
August 19: Grand Chief Settee takes part in Misipawistik inauguration
August 18: $5000 reward for information about the disappearance of Tammy Nattaway
August 13: MKO MMIWG Liaison Unit selected for Pay It Backward Foundation Donation
August 11: Join the Prime Minister’s Youth Council: Apply by August 17
August 11: Transport Canada’s Call for Proposals: Applications due September 21
August 10: Provide your input for community safety planning in Thompson
August 6: An update on the Fish Harvester Benefit and Grant Program
JULY
July 31: Call for proposals for projects to reduce human trafficking and support those impacted by it
July 30: MKO staff receive certification in trauma recovery
July 29: MKO’s letter to Minister Rochelle Squires on the need for a state of emergency for Leaf Rapids
July 28: Grand Chief Settee takes part in Traditional Healers Gathering
July 24: Support for Indigenous businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic
July 22: Funding Available for Shelters on Reserve
July 21: Apply by July 31 for emergency funding for food support
July 14: MKO to host a march against racism in Thompson on July 20, 2020
July 14: Thompson residents thank MKO for assistance during COVID pandemic
July 13: Take part in Canada’s National Procurement Strategy to Address Wrecked and Abandoned Vessels
July 10: Information for MKO citizens about the federal Indian Day School Class Action
July 10: Public Health Considerations During COVID-19 for Sundance Leaders
July 9: Directory: Indigenous Organizations in Manitoba
July 8: Letter to the Thompson Mayor: Mistreatment of First Nations Customers at Thompson Walmart
July 7: Guidance on Re-Opening Northern, Remote, Isolated, and Indigenous Communities
July 7: Addressing the urgent needs of people who use substances during the pandemic
July 6: Important info for MKO First Nations re: COVID reimbursement
JUNE
June 29: Letter to the Minister of Infrastructure: Investing in improvements to Provincial Road 384
June 24: Canadian Red Cross: 21 Days of Hope guide for youth in self-isolation
June 23: The Successful Virtual Celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day 2020
June 23: Health resource: Dismantling Anti-Indigenous Racism Within the Health Care System
June 18: Video Message from Grand Chief Settee: Congratulations to all graduates in MKO territory
June 18: Information for MKO Nations about community-based proposals
June 18: Red Cross COVID-19 Emergency Support for Community Organizations
June 18: NIHB Program Updates for June 2020
June 18: Food Security Funding
June 15: NCI Radio Call-In Show: Exploring Harm Reduction from a First Nations Perspective
June 10: MKO recognizes National Indigenous History Month
June 8: Online Resources for Indigenous Communities: Food and COVID-19
June 6: COVID-19 Update #4 from the Non-Insured Health Benefits Program
MAY
May 26: First Nations Youth: Apply for the COVID-19 Support Fund by June 15, 2020
May 26: Information for Northern First Nations from the Lifesaving Society of Manitoba
May 18: Mental wellness resources for First Nations youth
May 15: Letter to Manitoba Premier re: Concerns on Keeyask project during COVID-19 pandemic
May 13: COVID-19 Manitoba Restart Strategy: Understanding the Implications for First Nations Communities
May 12: MKO Recognizes and Honours First Nations Citizens on Manitoba’s 150th Birthday
May 11: Update from Grand Chief Garrison Settee
May 11: Memo from the Grand Chief: Cluster of COVID-19 virus found in employees of trucking company
May 8: Memo from the Grand Chief: Update on Public Health Orders issued by Manitoba’s Chief Provincial Public Health Officer
APRIL
April 30: Memo from the Grand Chief: Misipawistik Cree Nation (MCN) check point on Highway 6
April 30: Memo from the Grand Chief: Pandemic plan in containing COVID-19 virus
April 30: Program Update for the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB)
April 30: Update from MKO’s Mobile Crisis Response Team
April 24: Mental health resources for stress anxiety related to COVID-19
April 23: Manitoba Government AbiltiCBT virtual therapy program
April 17: Upcoming Home Flood Protection Webinar
April 17: Upcoming University of Toronto Webinar: In Indigenous Populations: Not Repeating the Past
April 16: Ongoing response to COVID-19 incarcerated populations
April 15: Accessing domestic violence resources during the COVID-19 pandemic
April 14: Video message about flattening the curve in MKO territory from Grand Chief Settee
April 13: Tune into episode three of Knowledge Keepers on NCI FM, featuring Elder Jack Robinson
April 8: Mental wellness supports during the COVID-19 pandemic
April 8: Funding opportunities: Indigenous Community Support and Emergency Management Assistance Program
April 7: Information for First Nations on funeral services during the COVID-19 pandemic
April 2: Important Information for Fishers in Northern Manitoba on April 2, 2020
MARCH
March 13: Visit MKO’s new webpage for COVID-19 updates
March 12: COVID-19 Health Update
March 9: Career opportunity: Project Coordinator for the Indigenous Skills Employment and Training Program
March 9: Career opportunity: Restorative Justice Worker
FEBRUARY
February 19: Upcoming event: Roadmap to Economic Development on First Nation Lands Conference in March 2020
February 19: Grand Chief Settee meets with new Chief and Council of Marcel Colomb First Nation
February 6: Re-envisioning an Energy Strategy for Manitoba: Winnipeg workshop on March 10
JANUARY
January 21: Members of the God’s Lake First Nation meet with the Honourable Marc Miller
January 21: Harm Reduction Conference in Thompson: February 26 and 27, 2020
January 20: MKO hosting Chiefs’ Special Assembly on Health this week in Opaskwayak Cree Nation
January 17: MKO delivers art therapy sessions for youth from the Ebb and Flow First Nation
January 17: Renewables in Remote Communities Conference: April 2020 in the Yukon
January 16: Upcoming Free Event in Thompson: Land, Air, Water, People and Climate Change Conference
January 15: Manitoba accepting proposals for Indigenous and Northern Initiatives Grant Program
January 8: Training Session from CancerCare Manitoba in Thompson on February 19 and 20, 2020
January 1: Grand Chief Settee’s message for the new year
2019 news:
DECEMBER
December 10: MKO offering art therapy for youth in First Nations in Manitoba
December 10: MKO invites you to our open house in Winnipeg on December 19
December 10: Conference in Winnipeg: Bridging Indigenous Knowledge with the Latest Information on Commercial Tobacco
NOVEMBER
November 29: The Thompson Urban Aboriginal Strategy presents an art exhibit by Jasyn Lucas on November 29, 2019
November 13: World Indigenous Suicide Prevention Conference coming to Winnipeg in August 2020
OCTOBER
October 16: MKO Launches Santa Express Fundraising Campaign
October 10: MKO Hosting Three Special Gatherings in Thompson: Community Members Welcome to Attend all Events
October 3: Reflections on a visit with the Supreme Court of Canada
October 2: MKO invites you to attend upcoming events in Thompson
SEPTEMBER
September 30: REPOST of career opportunity with MKO’s Indigenous Skills and Employment Training Program
September 27: MKO Commends Youth Taking Part in the Global Climate Strike
September 27: MKO Response to the Introduction of Eagle Feathers to Manitoba Courts
September 24: Career opportunity with MKO’s Mobile Crisis Response Team
September 13: MKO recognizes staff members Freda Lepine and Roy Smith
September 10: Career opportunity with MKO’s Indigenous Skills and Employment Training Program
AUGUST
August 29: Career opportunity with MKO in the area of First Nations health
August 28: Deadline for Sixties Scoop Class Action application is August 30, 2019
August 27: A visit to Bunibonibee Cree Nation
August 22: MKO remembers Joanne Crate
August 19: Federal Court approves Indian day schools class-action settlement
August 15: MKO’s Annual General Report for 2019 available online
August 6: Report available on the needs of Mental Wellness Teams
JULY
July 25: Wildfires impacting residents of Marcel Colomb First Nation
JUNE
June 27: Grand Chief Garrison Settee’s message to graduates
MARCH
March 19: MKO acknowledges and recognizes Brady Keeper