First Nations Technical Institute 2019-2020 Viewbook 1

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FIRST NATIONS TECHNICAL INSTITUTE 2019-2020 VIEWBOOK 1

Table of Contents

FNTI post-secondary programs at a glance...... 2

About FNTI...... 4

FNTI’s home campus...... 4

Indigenous knowledge and FNTI...... 5

A supportive and responsive approach to learning...... 6

What our learners say about FNTI...... 7

Post-secondary programs...... 8

Graduate Degree Programs...... 15

Community initiatives – Tontakaiêrine Tyendinaga Justice Circle...... 20 Training and development services...... 21 Acknowledgements Community initiatives – Ohahase Education Centre...... 21

First Nations Technical Institute would like to thank our Board of Directors for their invaluable support and vision for the institute and for their guidance in this time of growth and renewal.

We would also like to acknowledge the support of the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities and specifically all of the staff that have been so supportive through the recent policy and legislative development processes this past year. 2 3

FNTI Post-secondary Programs at a Glance

PROGRAM TYPE LENGTH MODE PARTNER LOCATION PAGE

Early Childhood Diploma 2 Years Intensive Canadore College Please visit 8 Education www.fnti.net for program start dates and locations

Community and Diploma 2 Years Intensive Canadore College 9 Justice Services

Mental Health And Addiction Worker Diploma 2 Years Intensive Canadore College 10 COLLEGE

Social Service Worker Diploma 2 Years Intensive Canadore College 11

First Peoples’Aviation Advanced 3 Years Full-Time Canadore College Tyendinaga every Sept. 12 Technology - Flight Diploma

Bachelor of Social Work Degree 2.5 Years Intensive Ryerson University Tyendinaga 16

Bachelor of Arts - Degree 5 Years Intensive Ryerson University Toronto & Tyendinaga 17 Public Administration (classes rotate) and Governance

Masters of Social Work Graduate 2 Years Intensive Wilfrid Laurier Kitchener & Tyendinaga 18 Degree University (classes rotate) UNIVERSITY

Professional Master of Graduate 2.5 Years Intensive Queens University Kingston 19 Public Administration Degree

 4 5 We believe Indigenous knowledge “ About FNTI is the key to building and sustaining communities.”

First Nations Technical Institute (FNTI) is an Indigenous governed post-secondary institute. It is Indigenous Knowledge federally incorporated and governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. Indigenous culture and knowledge inform and inspire all aspects of FNTI. In addition to being FNTI’s 30-year success is founded in programming that is rooted in Indigenous knowledge. Indigenous-owned and governed, and primarily employing Indigenous faculty and staff, FNTI: Our community-based delivery models and professional, intense mode of delivery allow our • Creates culturally-rich learning environments; Elders and Cultural Advisors are involved in Indigenous learners to maintain connections to family and community during their studies. learning sessions, ceremonies, and celebrations. Circles and traditional activities are FNTI, a registered charitable/non-profit organization, is accredited by the World Indigenous integrated into learning experiences. Nations Higher Education Consortium (WINHEC) and is a member of Colleges and Institutes • Promotes Indigenous cultural practices and learning methodologies in the classroom. Canada (CICan). • Implements Indigenous Learning Outcomes in all curriculum. In December 2017, FNTI and the other eight Indigenous Institutes were recognized through provincial legislation, the Indigenous Institutes Act, as the third pillar of post-secondary education • Ensures Indigenous learners see themselves and their realities reflected in the curriculum, in Ontario. course delivery, and support services.

FNTI has over 3,000 graduates holding certificate, diploma and degree credentials issued in • Promotes Indigenous perspectives by including Elders, Indigenous professionals, alumni, partnership with recognized Ontario colleges and universities. and community representatives on Program Advisory Committees.

Located on the Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, our Old York Road Campus features classrooms, Healthy, prosperous, and vibrant learners and communities computer, and cultural resource rooms. Our nearby Aviation Campus has on-site classrooms, flight briefing rooms, and a student residence. We deliver college and university programming VISION through transformative learning experiences built on a in First Nations communities, Friendship Centres, and cities and towns right across the province. foundation of Indigenous knowledge.

ONTARIO Ottawa Mission To share unique educational experiences, rooted in Indigenous Kingston knowledge, thereby enhancing the strength of learners Belleville and communities.

Toronto 6 7 A Supportive and Responsive Approach to Education

What our learners say about FNTI : RESPONSIVE  FNTI delivers programs all over Ontario — in First Nations communities, in large and #feelslikehome mid-sized urban centers, and in smaller communities. #responsiveeducation #connecttospirit “The teachings were amazing. Very easy to “Once I stepped out of the oppression I was feeling understand. I felt very comfortable in my group. listening to the Elder the first couple of days, I felt It really feels like I am home. Miigwetch.” FINANCIAL SUPPORT more connected to my spirit when I took myself, my physical self to a greater alignment of why he was Financial support for tuition fees, travel and accommodation costs may be available placed with us. The teachings matched up with the through several sources, such as the education office of your home territory or First Nation, Aboriginal Area Management Boards (call your Band for service provider), OSAP (ontario. course content and how and what I was dealing ca/page/osap-ontario-student-assistance-program), or Employment Ontario Programs with. An a-ha moment for sure! Teachers are #wellbeing  (ontario.ca/page/second-career). Please see our website fnti.net/financial-aid for a list of placed with us for a spirit reason, to grow in “My overall experience was extremely scholarships and bursaries that you may be eligible for. You can also contact the registrar’s my life purpose.” office and have someone assist you with all aspects of how to finance your education. positive and rejuvenating. With the amount  The OSAP Calculator (ontario.ca/page/osap-ontario-student-assistance-program) is also of work we did, I felt completely supported. a valuable tool for estimating the amount of support you may be eligible to receive. Excellent program so far. I’m excited and looking forward to the rest. Great job FNTI!”

INTENSIVELY DELIVERED   FNTI features intensive delivery of post-secondary programs. Class sessions take place #realtimelearning over one week (5 days) approximately every month during the academic year. #experientiallearning  “I really enjoyed my first week here. I’ve learned so much, which I’m going to practice back THE THIRD PILLAR home. It really has taught me about grounding myself, which I was, and still am, lacking. Once #wellbeing FNTI and the other eight Indigenous Institutes located in the province of Ontario were I’ve grounded myself more and more, I know it recently recognized as the third pillar of public post-secondary education. This means “Triggers that come out of nowhere help that in September 2019, FNTI will be able to start offering our own unique diplomas and will help me help others. I’ve got a lot of with my continued emotional wellness.  degrees that are rooted in Indigenous knowledge and ways of knowing and understanding researching and reading to do.” I am continuously working on becoming the world. Instead of graduating with a partner college or university credential, students in a better me minus the baggage I have these new programs will graduate with an FNTI diploma or degree! collected over a lifetime. If not for this * FNTI will continue to offer existing programming with our partner colleges and universities. program I would not have had the Programs and delivery sites still to be determined. All programs must be approved through pleasure of exploring those triggers the Indigenous Advanced Education and Skills Council.  and dealing with them.” STUDENT SUPPORT FNTI offers a Learner-Centred Environment which respects Indigenous Learning Outcomes and provides excellent student support services. Each program has a Student Success #feelslikehome  Facilitator to help guide and support faculty and students. A Cultural Advisor is “I found my voice, and took part in opening ceremonies, also present in each classroom to help support the holistic well-being of the students. despite the fact I was nervous. Mary Ann sang a healing #IndigenousKnowledge song that was about an osprey, and it was very touching.”   8 9

Early Childhood Community and Education Justice Services COLLEGE COLLEGE

TYPE: Diploma TYPE: Diploma LENGTH: 2 years LENGTH: 2 years PARTNER: Canadore College PARTNER: Canadore College DELIVERY: Intensive week-long sessions approximately once a month* DELIVERY: Intensive week-long sessions approximately once a month* START DATE: September 2019 START DATE: September 2019 LOCATION: Tyendinaga and Walpole Island LOCATION: Walpole Island TUITION: $6,771*/2- Year Diploma TUITION: $7,234/2-Year Diploma*

There is an increased demand for qualified early childhood educators. Get the skills you need to start You will gain a working knowledge of the law, criminology, victimology and human behaviour. You will a rewarding career working with young children. This activity-based program is taught using a holistic also benefit from practical workshops, industry tours and visits, and an integrated field placement approach in which the stages of a child’s developmental growth are emphasized including cognitive component. Applied workshops include conflict resolution, mental health and addictions, suicide skills and socio-emotional development. prevention, and forensics. This comprehensive training will give you the skills you need to work in the fields of youth justice, restorative justice, and adult corrections. The program includes a 200-hour field Graduates of our program find careers working in partnership with teachers in Kindergarten classrooms placement component that can be completed anywhere in Canada! across Ontario, as well as in other early learning environments like community resource programs, specialty and early learning schools, childcare centres or child home care providers. Topics studied include: Criminal law and procedures, abnormal psychology, community program development and intervention, case management techniques, interviewing and counselling techniques, Students will explore Indigenous community realities within the context of the early childhood special needs and diverse client groups, human behaviour, and mental health. education field. Indigenous ways of knowing and understanding the world are examined and presented with knowledge and skills relative to Indigenous culture, values and practices. Students learn from an FNTI’s Community and Justice Services program is offered in partnership with Canadore College and Indigenous perspective through field placements with a focus on personal growth. Areas of study graduates receive a Diploma in Community and Justice Services. include organization/community development, growing communication skills, program planning experience, understanding child development and family dynamics through group work.

Semester 1: Semester 2: Semester 3: Semester 4: Field Placement IV: Semester 1: Semester 2: Semester 3: Semester 4: • Child Development I • Language and Literacy • Children’s Science • Special Education • General Education • Introduction to Canadian • Correctional Programming • Programming and • Career Fitness Testing • Health, Safety and • Developmentally and Math • Administration Elective Criminal Justice • Foundations of Psychology II Community Development • Field Placement Integration Nutrition Appropriate Practices I: • Creative Arts • Community Advocacy Admission • Criminology • First Nations and Issues • Special Topics: Diverse Client • Placement Workshops Infant Toddler (Curriculum) Groups • Field Placement I - • Field Placement III: • Kindergarten Requirements: • Canadian Government and in Diversity Introduction to Practice • Developmentally Integration of Practice Public Administration • Introduction to Management Curriculum • Youth in Conflict Total Placement Hours: Appropriate Practices II: • Ontario Secondary Techniques • Guidance and Regulation • Responsive Relationships • Children’s Technology • Community and Social • Conflict Management and Preschool (Curriculum) School Diploma or (Guidance of the Young (Parent Teacher Child) Services Crisis Intervention • Principles of Community 200 • Specialty Curriculum equivalent, including: Child) • Child Development II • Environmental Outdoor • Foundations in Psychology Re-Integration Grade 12 English • Group Dynamics • Interpersonal Relations • Field Placement II: Education • Correctional Administration I (ENG4C or ENG4U) • Foundations in Sociology • General Education Fundamentals of Practice • Foundations of Sociology • Developmentally • College Communications I Elective - Online • Interviewing and • College Communications I • Group Dynamics Appropriate Practices III: Counselling Techniques School Age (Curriculum) • Observation • General Education Elective • Anti-bias Curriculum

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Mental Health and Social Service Addiction Worker Worker COLLEGE COLLEGE

TYPE: Diploma TYPE: Diploma LENGTH: 2 year LENGTH: 2 years PARTNER: Canadore College PARTNER: Canadore College DELIVERY: Intensive week-long sessions approximately once a month* DELIVERY: Intensive week-long sessions approximately once a month* LOCATION: Tyendinaga and London LOCATION: Sarnia and Cochrane START DATE: September 2019 START DATE: September 2019 TUITION: $7,504*/2-Year Diploma* TUITION: $7,095*/Diploma ($4,150.20/Year)

If you see value in all people, have a passion for excellence and hope to improve the quality of life for The Mental Health and Addiction Worker program, offered in partnership with Canadore College, the benefit of individuals, society, the environment, and the global community, a Social Service Worker respects the histories and vulnerabilities of Indigenous peoples, while preparing students – culturally, career may be right for you! intellectually, emotionally and experientially – for work and advancement in this challenging and in demand field. The Social Service Worker (SSW) diploma is a program customized with unique, leading-edge Indigenous learning experiences and environments, delivered by FNTI in partnership with Canadore Community Mental Health and Addiction workers assist individuals with mental health challenges, College. Graduating students receive a Social Service Worker diploma from Canadore College. housing, and addiction issues. They support skills training, daily-living activities for improved quality of life, stability, and independence for clients. They discuss, isolate and assess problems, develop Students will explore Indigenous cultural issues and community realities within the context of the a flexible plan of action, ensure basic needs are met, connect clientele with needed services, and human services field. Indigenous worldviews are examined and presented with knowledge and skills provide crisis intervention as necessary. They also act as coordinators for volunteers. relative to Indigenous culture, values and practices. Students learn from an Indigenous perspective through field placement and culture camp experience, and focus on personal growth, organization/ community development, communications, program planning skills, interviewing/counselling, family and group work.

Semester 1: Semester 2: Semester 3: Semester 4: Semester 1 - Fall: Semester 2 - Winter: Semester 3 - Fall: Semester 4 - Winter: • College Communication • Workplace • Evaluating Information • Fieldwork Integration • College Communication I • Workplace • Introduction to • Fieldwork Integration (1st 7 wks) • Introduction to Substance Communications • Fieldwork Preparation • Field Placement • Introduction to Substance Communications Gerontology • Fieldwork Placement Use • Canada’s First Peoples • Pharmacology for Mental Use • Introduction to Social • Trauma Informed Practice Service Work Practice II and Crisis Intervention • Interviewing and Helping • Group Work Health and Addictions Total Placement • Interviewing and Helping Total Placement Hours: Skills I • Interventions for Mental • Cognitive Behaviour Hours: Skills I • Canada’s First Peoples • General Education Elective - Online • Multiculturalism in Canada Health and Addictions Techniques • Lifespan Development • Interviewing and Helping 427 400 • Mental Health Across the • Interviewing and Helping • Interventions for Mental • Foundations of Sociology Skills II • SSW Methods of Intervention Lifespan Skills II Health and Addictions II • General Education • Mental Health Across the • Lifespan Development • Human Service and the • Relapse Prevention and Elective - Online Lifespan • SSW Methods: Intimate Personal Violence • Foundations of Sociology Law Wellness (7 wks) • Introduction to Social • Group Work • Accountable Professional • General Education • Older Persons’ Mental • Crisis Intervention (7 wks) Service Work Practice I • SSW Methods: Community Elective - Online Health • General Education Organization • Fieldwork Preparation • Children and Youth Mental Elective - Online • Family Dynamics Health

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First Peoples’ Aviation Technology – Flight COLLEGE COLLEGE

TYPE: Advanced Diploma ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO INCLUDE WITH YOUR APPLICATION: LENGTH: 3 Years PARTNER: Canadore College a) Official transcript - secondary or post-secondary b) Birth/Baptismal Certificate or Valid Passport DELIVERY: Full-Time c) Social Insurance Number LOCATION: FNTI Aviation Campus d) Marriage certificate or court document (if legal name change) START DATE: September 2019 e) Transport Canada Category 1 Medical Certificate f) Letter of Intent TUITION: Visit www.fnti.net

SEMESTER ONE SEMESTER FOUR • Private Air Law • Commercial Air Law Dream big, fly higher! • Meteorology l & ll • Human Factors in Flight • Flight Theory and Operations • Navigation lV The First Peoples’ Aviation Technology - Flight Program (Advanced Diploma) is the only Indigenous • Flight Lab l - Part A • Flight Lab lll aviation post-secondary program of its kind in Canada. Delivered in partnership with Canadore • Flight Training - Part A: Post Solo Orientation • Flight Training lll: Commercial Flight Test College, this program provides hands-on flight training for students interested in pursuing a career in to Student Life • Introductory Algebra • Strategies for Success the aviation industry. Graduates will hold a commercial license with their rating of choice and will also • Applied Aircraft Maintenance • Health and Wellness l • Health and Wellness lV meet the eligibility criteria to obtain a Flight Dispatcher designation and a Two-Crew & Cruise Relief • College Communications l • General Education Elective Pilot (IATRA) certification. SEMESTER TWO SEMESTER FIVE Train at the Tyendinaga Aviation Campus – a one-of-a-kind facility including a full flight simulator, • Navigation l & ll • Instructor Rating OR Float Rating hangars, classrooms, and a student residence. The original Aerodrome was built in 1916 as a training • Airframes, Engines and Systems OR Advanced Multi-IFR school for pilots during World War I. It continued in this tradition during World War II as an advanced • Human Factors in Aviation • Flight Training lV instrument-navigation training base for air crews of the British Commonwealth. Join the long list of • Flight Lab l - Part B • Winter Survival • Flight Training l - Part B: Private Licence • Career Planning aviators who trained in this airspace and become a part of our aviation family. Math for Technicians • Advanced Aeronautics l - Ground School • Health and Wellness ll • Health and Wellness V • Aircraft Handling Procedures l • Cultural Studies • Microsoft Office l ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: SEMESTER SIX SEMESTER THREE • Introduction to Statics PLEASE NOTE: Students in the aviation program must declare as having First Nation, Métis, or Inuit • Meteorology lll • History of Aboriginal Relations heritage. If you have questions about this requirement, please contact [email protected] • Navigation lll • Speaking up, Speaking Out! • Engines and Airframes • Flight Dispatcher • Aeronautics General Knowledge Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including: • CRM / System Safety • Flight Lab ll • Aircraft Handling Procedures ll - Internship • Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U) • Flight Training ll: Night/Time-Build • Advanced Aeronautics ll - Flight • Workplace Communications • Grade 12 Math – MAP4C, MCT4C, MDM4U, MCV4U, or MHF4U • Health and Wellness Vl • Intro to Indigenous Worldviews • General Education Elective • Grade 11 or 12 Physics is recommended • Health and Wellness lll • General Education Elective

A Criminal Records Check and Category 1 Medical Certification must be completed no  more than three months prior to the date of admission. Provide original documents.

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Graduate Degree Programs

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HOW TO UNIVERSITY APPLY: the practical experience necessary to kick-start your career. degrees giving requires placementthat – Bachelor’s youfield only internshipor the an of one is It communities. Indigenous in healing holisticpreservation, culturalself-determination,and embody who workers social develops program unique This courses. professionally-related and electives through interest special of areas explore to opportunities with field the in training includes and and federal provincial agencies, departments, or private practice. The program service covers social work research and practice social facilities, correctional boards, school hospitals, psychiatric and general societies, children’s aid agencies, service family work: social of field the in careers of Delivered in partnership with Ryerson University, the BSW program prepares you for a wide range who have at least a“B”level grade average, Canadian a Technologyand Arts Applied of College(CAAT), from or Counsellor Services Social Services in Human Diploma a of Holders 2. the in from aCanadianUniversity (or equivalent), OR degree baccalaureate a humanities or social of sciences (B average Holders preferred) 1. Advanced the Standing Program (inthird year): to admission will for considered qualifications be following the with Students ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: • PREREQUISITES: The 2 Foundations ofSocialWork II Bachelor Apply online at fnti.netorcall 800-267-0637 oremail [email protected] Ryerson University requires an$85 application fee. of Social START DATE ANDTUITION: LOCATION: DELIVERY: Work PARTNER: LENGTH: TYPE: (BSW) degree gives you the edge in today’s competitive job market. Degree (Advanced Standing) Tyendinaga • • • • • BACHELOR DEGREE: Intensive week-long sessions approximately once amonth* 2.5 Years Ryerson University 2 Advanced SocialWork 2 SocialWork Practice Seminars Social Work FieldPracticum Social Work Research II Social Work Research I Practice Seminars Visit www.fnti.net social-work.php option, experience at website our visit please life the the on of information documentation more For of relevant experience. hours life 3,500 or field service social the in experience paid of years (2) two least At prior to thefall start date oftheprogram) spring/summerthe in place take courses (These prerequisites listed, with at least a “B” level grade. non-credit (2) two the of completion Successful AND BOTH OFTHEFOLLOWING: Social Work Social Bachelor of of Bachelor

• • • 2 Professionally-Related Courses 5 SocialWork Courses Liberal Studies Courses 4 UpperLevel and1Lower Level fnti.net/bachelor-of-

This Ryerson University requires an$85application fee. Apply onlineat fnti.net,orcall800-267-0637 oremail [email protected] HOW TO APPLY: • • • • • • • • CERTIFICATE: START DATE ANDTUITION: LOCATION: DELIVERY: PARTNER: LENGTH: TYPE: a double-credit practicum. total of16 a aftercompleting DegreeArts coursesof 16 courses;Bachelor completionadditional thatincludesa upon an and of Certificate an Advanced 8courses; completing after Certificate delivered in partnership with Ryerson University. Students can attain the following accreditation: a sovereigntypolitical Administrationcommunities.The Public their for Governance and and program is economic of development the support to ability the and skills management effective build and future leaders and managers in Indigenous communities, agencies and organizations. Students Sustainable Development Dispute Resolution inan Local Politics andGovernment 2 professionally related and1 Rights EquityandtheState Indigenous Politics and Canadian Politics and AdminCanadian Public I&II Aboriginal Context lower level liberal studies course Government Government and First Nations Public Administration Administration Public Bachelor

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HOW TO UNIVERSITY APPLY: + Applicantsmust have at least aB(73%) standing + Academic background must includeahalf-credit of recognized standing; Bachelor ofSocialWork degree from auniversity Standing Program: be considered for admission to thisAdvanced Students withthefollowing qualifications will ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: • Semester 2: • • Semester 1: The learning andtheneedto practice basedonIndigenous worldviews. experiential with balanced is knowledge Academic field. the in and classes, in camps, cultural in Indigenous ceremonies. Students explore and further their own holistic growth and learn from work Wilfridprocess, andcircle traditional a Elders, with Indigenous involvementUniversity,of the Laurier includes the partnership in of delivered program, cultures unique This and Island. Turtle traditions, history, of peoples the Indigenous for respect and of understanding an who demonstratepractitioners work social develop to is goal Our world. the understanding and knowing of Holistic HealingPractice Identity TeachingElder’s &Indigenous Culture Camp Practicum (3days/week) Aboriginal FieldofStudy donot require statistics. course inresearch methodology. Students inthe completed academic year at thetimeofapplication. eligibility isdetermined onthebasisoflast completing theirfinal year of undergraduate study, (equivalent of10half-year courses). For students in thefinalacademic year of theBSW degree Aboriginal A $125 Wilfrid Laurier University application fee isrequired Apply online at fnti.netorcall 800-267-0637 oremail [email protected] Master START DATE ANDTUITION: LOCATION: (1-2 sessions persemester)

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of Public Administration Public of for thebenefitofothers. This program isdelivered inpartnershipwithQueen’s University. student ambitious and accomplished among leaders, colleagues who are policy committed prominentto making a and significant difference scholars in their leading workplace andare their community and policy concrete of resolution who faculty with experience,rewarding and learning and rich a PMPA analysisoffers The problems. management the to skills their apply students project, master’s analysis, governance, management and quantitative methods. Through elective courses and an optional help them translate policy into action. The PMPA curriculum includes core courses in economics, policy waysin that capacity management build and developmentacquireskills analysispolicy Students and and buildcapacitywithIndigenouscommunities. program unique helps leaders integrate Thistraditional knowledge and philosophies into organizations.Indigenous policy and governance Indigenous and Nations First in executives and administrators r . GA aeae tnig n h ls to years a from two degree last their earned the who Candidates in study. of standing average GPA) 3.3 undergraduateor four-year a degree or equivalent, with a minimum B+ (or 75 percent hold should Candidates ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: • • • • • CORE COURSES: The START DATE ANDTUITION: LOCATION: Approximately 2fulldays permonth,academicsemester. DELIVERY: PARTNER: LENGTH: TYPE: Management in the Management inthe Analytical Tools for Policy Principles ofEconomics Approaches to Policy Analysis Governing Institutions Research Public SectorPublic Professional Professional Master Master Professional

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Community Initiatives

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES: FNTI is committed to reaching out and providing services and initiatives FNTI provides customized training services for Indigenous and non- that respond to community needs. The following FNTI initiatives are Indigenous individuals, agencies, businesses, and groups. Our programs are examples of successful local services that meet the needs of youth, adults, tailored to be empowering, flexible, and hands on. They are customized to and families by providing culturally relevant programming and experiences. the goals and needs of the client. Training services are held in FNTI’s spacious meeting rooms, or at off-site locations. Some of the customized training and development programs FNTI offers include Indigenous Cultural Awareness, Career Assistance, and Indigenous Leadership and Governance. Please contact Tontakaiêrine Tyendinaga [email protected] for more information. Justice Circle The Tontakaiêrine (It Has Become Right Again) Added in 2016 was the position of First Nations, Ohahase Education Centre Tyendinaga Justice Circle is an alternative for Inuit & Métis Court Worker. Our Court Worker Ohahase means “New Road” in the Mohawk Full or Part-Time Co-Op Program youth involved with the justice system. The attends in the jurisdictions of Hastings & Prince language – and our high school may be exactly program brings together victims, offenders, and Edward and Lennox & Addington Counties to Enroll in the 2 or 4-credit program; learn essential the new road you are looking for! Whether families or advocates in a safe environment to assist anyone who identifies as First Nations, skills and work habits; new intakes yearly. you prefer full-time or part-time learning, or discuss the offence and its effects, and jointly Inuit, or Métis navigate the justice system, classroom-based, independent, or experiential If you are over 18, we will conduct a mature- decide on the best way to right the wrong. advocate on the client’s behalf, and assist in learning, we have the right program for you. student assessment that takes into consideration legal aid applications. The Court worker ensures This Indigenous conflict resolution process your life and work experience. Most adults can that culturally appropriate referrals are made Ohahase Education Centre is an accredited validates victims, offenders, families, and earn their Ontario Secondary School Diploma for the client and that their rights as Indigenous secondary school, and offers three ways a advocates and creates healing. The program by completing as few as four credit courses! people are being met. receives referrals from police, crown attorneys, student can earn grades 9 – 12 credits and/or an local schools, and community agencies. We A Gladue* Case Manager position was created Ontario Secondary School Diploma: Our services are available free of charge to any are expanding Tontakaiêrine to offer more in 2017, to receive Crown/Court referrals when student who: Full or Part-Time Classroom-Based Program culturally-relevant mentorship, youth events, a Gladue report is ordered. When ordered by • Resides on Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, or ongoing support for families, and training to the court, this option is available to anyone Earn up to four credits per semester (two • Is a Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte band professionals in the youth services field. who self-identifies within the jurisdictions of semesters per year) under the direction and member, or Hastings & Prince Edward and Lennox & Prince guidance of Ontario-certified teachers. Classes In 2016/2017 the Tyendinaga Justice Circle added • Needs prerequisite courses for enrollment Edward Counties. run Monday to Thursday, 8:30 – 2:30. the Adult Diversion program. This program is a in an FNTI post-secondary program pre/post charge option for eligible adults who *https://nwac.ca/wp-content/loads/2015/05/ Full or Part-Time Independent Program are in conflict with the criminal justice system, What-Is-Gladue.pdf Learn at your own pace; daily teacher support providing a restorative justice option. available; earn a credit in as little as a month! 3 Old York Road Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, Ontario K0K 1X0 Tel: 855.359.FNTI (3684) Fax: 613.396.2122 [email protected]