Gakino'amaage: Teach For Canada

We’re hiring a Growth and Partnerships Coordinator. Support fundraising, partnerships, and reporting while helping strengthen education outcomes in northern #FirstNations. Apply: ow.ly/YMjv50Yy7m4

Florina Scott is supporting students in St. Theresa Point First Nation through beading—creating space for focus, learning, and connection. "I teach #beading hoping to catch future beaders." Read her story: teachforcanada.ca/en/stories/flo…. #FirstNationsEducation

"I want to give my students confidence in who they are," says Celine, an EA in Woodland Cree First Nation. A participant in Gakino'amaage's #EAProgram, she is pursuing her B.Ed. while teaching Cree alongside her mother. Read the full story: teachforcanada.ca/en/stories/cel… #TeachForCanada

In Gwen Harper's Textile Arts classroom at St. Theresa Point High School, students build skill and cultural connection through hands-on learning rooted in community. Read the full story: teachforcanada.ca/en/stories/gwe… #IndigenousEducation #FirstNations #Education

EAs from 18 First Nations gathered to strengthen community-grounded education. "I want to help students become better people, not just better students." For Priscilla Francois, it’s about growing alongside her students and honouring Cree language. Read: teachforcanada.ca/en/stories/lea…

Yesterday, @WinnipegSun highlighted our #EducationAssistant Learning Summit — and today is our final day of learning together. Grateful to the EAs, facilitators, and #FirstNations Community Partners who make this gathering possible. winnipegsun.com/news/education… #TeachForCanada

EA Learning Summit Day 2! This morning, Gakino'amaage Alum Alysha-Lynn Kooter shared practical approaches to #LandBasedLearning and #Relationality. This afternoon, we’re focused on #SocialEmotionalLearning and positive class relationships. #TeachForCanada #EducationAssistant

Day 1 of our Education Assistant Learning Summit is underway in Long Plain First Nation, #Treaty1, Winnipeg. 29 EAs from 18 First Nations are here to learn, connect, and grow in support of students and classrooms. #EducationAssistants #IndigenousEducation #LearningTogether

We're at @YorkUniversity until 6 PM today, connecting with teachers about what it means to #GoNorth. Discover the impact of First Nations education: Land-based learning, small class sizes & federal #LoanForgiveness. Missed us or want to connect? Email: selection@teachforcanada.ca

This week, a dedicated group of high school students from #SagkeengFirstNation arrived in the Dominican Republic to participate in a hands-on humanitarian program with Live Different. From everyone at Gakino'amaage, we are wishing each student a safe, and inspiring experience.

Gakino'amaage is on campus this week in Saskatoon, Edmonton, and Toronto. Stop by our booths to learn about supported teaching pathways and how you can grow your career in the North. Wed @usask | Thu @UAlberta | Fri @YorkUniversity

It’s been a great week connecting with educators on campus. For new-to-career teachers, #GoingNorth may offer small class sizes and rent forgiveness on the federal portion of their student loans. We’re looking forward to more career fairs next week! #FirstNationsEducation

The students in Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation spent time out on the land today checking traplines. Their perseverance led to a successful harvest of two marten. Photos courtesy of Echoes of the 3 Rivers Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation - O.K & NNOC School land-based program.

We're on the road this week. Meet Gakino'amaage at campus ed fairs: Tue @uwindsor | Thu @ucalgary | Fri @UBC | Sat @MSVU_Halifax. Learn about supported teaching pathways and making an impact in remote First Nations communities.

It was a pleasure connecting with future educators at the @QueensEduc Options Career Fair and the @Laurier Careers in Education Fair. Thank you for taking the time to learn more about what it's like to live and teach in the North. Learn more at teachforcanada.ca/en/

Policy update: Teachers in eligible communities may be able to receive up to $30,000, up to 5 years (federal portion). This may support educators considering Northern #FirstNations schools. Chi-miigwech to Community Partners who supported this advocacy. canada.ca/en/services/be…

We are honoured to feature artwork by Rose-Anne Lambert, Art Teacher at NNOC in #NisichawayasihkCreeNation, on this year’s holiday card. Our office will be closed Dec. 25–Jan. 5 as we pause to rest and reflect. Warm wishes for a peaceful holiday season and a bright year ahead.

With gratitude for the First Nations Community Partners, educators, and supporters who walk alongside Gakino'amaage. Wishing you a peaceful holiday season. youtu.be/6Fvwy1nZsw0?si… #Gratitude #FirstNationsEducation #HappyHolidays

This fall, our Teacher Development team travelled to 14 First Nations to support educators at the start of the school year. This work—and more—is featured in our Winter Newsletter. Read and subscribe: mailchi.mp/teachforcanada… #FirstNationsEducation

As a Teacher Development Manager at Gakino'amaage, Mahid Yasin provides 1:1 support to educators in northern First Nations. From classroom visits to problem-solving, he ensures teachers never walk alone in the North. Read Mahid's Story: teachforcanada.ca/en/stories/mah… #GoNorth