Lenny Carpenter — Wawatay News

North Spirit Lake celebrates new school

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After years of lobbying the federal government, North Spirit Lake celebrated the grand opening of its new school Sept. 28.
“We’ve been patient all these years and now we’re excited about this new school,” said Chief Rita Thompson.
The Victoria Linklater Memorial School is a four-classroom school built to accommodate 96 students from kindergarten to Grade 9.
The school is 1,545 square-metres in size and features a library, computer lab and gymnasium.

McGuinty’s Liberals return for third consecutive term

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There are no regrets from Timmins-James Bay Liberal candidate Leonard Rickard on his decision to run in the provincial election.
“It’s probably one of the most humbling and inspiring things I’ve ever done,” the Moose Cree First Nation member said. “I’ve met so many interesting people, learned so much about our riding and communities, and really made me realize how fortunate I am for being able to go out and meet people, who I didn’t know five to six weeks ago, who came out to support me.”

Wabaseemoong opens new school

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After more than a decade of lobbying for a new school, Wabaseemoong First Nation is opening the doors of its new Mizhakiiwetung Memorial School.
“The students are very excited, emotionally charged and happy to going to the new school,” said principal Ron McDonald. "It’s an investment for the community and we’re looking forward to having more graduates."

K-Net conducting online survey on Internet connectivity

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During the month of November, K-Net along with the University of New Brunswick (UNB), will be conducting a survey of community connectivity in northwestern Ontario.
“The survey will help us identify community needs to improve connectivity services,” said K-Net Coordinator Brian Beaton in a press release.
The partnership said it hopes the information gathered will help identify the broadband and connectivity needs of community residents.

Wabaseemoong opens new school

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After more than a decade of lobbying for a new school, Wabaseemoong First Nation is opening the doors of its new Mizhakiiwetung Memorial School.
“The students are very excited, emotionally charged and happy to be going to the new school,” said principal Ron McDonald. “It’s an investment for the community and we’re looking forward to having more graduates.”

Fort Albany residents attend Leafs season opener in Toronto

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For months, Fort Albany resident Brent Edwards was looking forward to the 2011-12 NHL season to begin Oct. 6.
The reason: he was going to see the Toronto Maple Leafs season opener against their historic rival, the Montreal Canadiens.
“I was really anxious, and the days seemed long,” Edwards said of the wait.
“I’ve been a Leaf since forever, well since Wendel Clark got drafted in ’85,” he said. “Even in the dark days,” he said, referring the team’s losing record in the 1980s and early 1990s. Then the team advanced to the Western Conference finals in the 1993 playoffs.

Festival a showcase of Aboriginal culture

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The Animikii Festival was deemed a success by organizers of the four-day event, which took place from Oct. 13-16 in Thunder Bay.
“It went very good, especially for a first-time event,” said David Wilkinson-Simard, communication coordinator for the Animkii Festival.
The Thunder Bay Aboriginal Arts and Heritage Group organized the festival, which grew from years prior. It was previously known as the Fall Feast and Gathering of Services and was a one-day event, something the local Aboriginal community felt wasn’t enough, said Wilkinson-Simard.

Anishinaabewipimaatisiwin kiiwaapanchikate kaakimaawachi-itink

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Animikiiwimaawachi-itiwin kaakimaawachi-itiwach niiyokon kakinakekoon kiiminose Oct. 13-16 mi-oma Thunder Bay.
“Kiiminose kakimaawachi-itink mi-owe niitam ekiimachichikate,” ikito David Wilkinson-Simard, kaki-anookitank mi-owe Animikiiwimaawachi-itiwin.
Anishinaabewimaasichikewinan shikwa kaa-anookitamowach i-i maawachi-itiwin, weti ekionchimaachikikatek otanank akink. Nitam ki-ishinikate takwaakin wikwaantiwin shikwa kaamaawachichikatekin anookiwinan shikwa kaatashikewach anishinaabek o-oma otenaak kaawiin okina-i-shkakosiwan, ikito Wilkinson-Simard.

TRC conference learning experience for KI youth

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Nicole McKay recently attended a conference where survivors of residential school shared their personal experiences and pains in having to attend the schools.
“Prior to going to the conference, I wasn’t sure what to expect,” the Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug First Nation member said. “I had knowledge of residential school, but to hear (the survivors talk), I was able to listen and continue learning about residential schools and how it impacted First Nations, and how it impacted me as well.”

Survey seeks northern voice

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During the month of November, K-Net along with the University of New Brunswick (UNB), will be conducting a survey of community connectivity in northwestern Ontario.
“The survey will help us identify community needs to improve connectivity services,” said K-Net coordinator Brian Beaton in a press release.
The partnership hopes the information gathered will help identify the broadband and connectivity needs of community residents.

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