Anishinabek Educational Institute facts for kids
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| Motto | Forever to the 7th generation |
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| Type | First Nation-owned and controlled post-secondary institution. |
| Established | 1993 |
| President | Mindy Taylor.,Director of Education |
| Undergraduates | university, and continuing education students |
| Location |
Nipissing Campus,
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1 Migiizi Miikan Rd, North Bay 46°20′17″N 79°33′42″W / 46.33806°N 79.56167°W |
| Campus | Nipissing First Nation, and Munsee-Delaware First Nation |
| Affiliations | Indian & Northern Affairs Canada, and the Ontario Ministry of Education, |
The Anishinabek Educational Institute (AEI) is a special school in Canada. It is owned and run by First Nation communities. AEI offers programs for students after high school. These programs include college degrees, apprenticeships, and special certificates.
AEI was started to help more First Nation people get a good education. The school works with colleges and universities. This helps students get degrees and diplomas. The lessons at AEI are made to fit the needs of Indigenous students. They include their culture and traditions.
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AEI Campuses: Where to Study
AEI has campuses in different locations. These campuses are on First Nation lands. One campus is on the Nipissing First Nation. It is located in North Bay.
Another campus is on the Munsee-Delaware First Nation. This campus is in Muncey. There is also a campus in Fort William First Nation.
AEI History: How It Started
In June 1993, the Union of Ontario Indians (UOI) held a big meeting. Chiefs from different First Nations met at the Chippewa's of Kettle & Stony Point First Nation. They decided that the UOI Education team should create a plan. This plan was for a new school for Anishinabek students. The plan included having smaller campuses in different communities.
One year later, in June 1994, the Chiefs met again. This time, they were at the Rocky Bay First Nation. They officially approved the plan. They directed the Education team to start the Anishinabek Educational Institute (AEI). This was a big step for Indigenous education.
AEI Partnerships: Working Together
AEI works with many different groups. These include governments, businesses, and other schools. These partnerships help AEI offer many programs. For example, AEI works with Canadore College and St. Clair College. This allows students to get a wide range of education.
AEI Programs: What You Can Study
AEI offers many different programs. These programs help students get ready for jobs. They also help students learn about their culture.
- Diploma Programs
- Practical Nursing Diploma
- Social Service Worker: Indigenous Knowledge Diploma
- Native Community Worker: Traditional Healing Methods Diploma
- Binoojiingyag Kinoomaadwin: Native Early Childhood Education Diploma
- Certificate Programs
- Pre Health Sciences Certificate
- Personal Support Worker Certificate
- First Nation Child Welfare Advocate Certificate
Scholarships & Bursaries: Help with Costs
AEI wants to make sure all students can afford to study. There are many ways to get financial help.
Indigenous Bursaries Search Tool
The Government of Canada has a tool to find money for school. It lists over 680 scholarships and bursaries. These are offered by governments, universities, and companies. They help Indigenous students go to college.
AEI Indigenous Student Fund
This fund helps full-time students at AEI who need money. Students must be doing well in their classes. They also need to be of Indigenous descent. The amount of money given depends on how many students apply.
Murray David Maracle Award
This award is for students who help their community. They must also raise awareness about Indigenous issues. Two students get $500 each. One is from the Munsee-Delaware Campus. The other is from the Nipissing Campus. Students must be in their final term to apply.
The Delbert Horton Award
This award goes to an instructor or student. They must show strength and leadership in education. They also live by the Seven Grandfather Teachings. These teachings are love, respect, honesty, courage, humility, truth, and wisdom. The award is $500. AEI staff choose the winner.
The Rose Nolan Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship helps First Nations women reach their education goals. It was started by the Ted Nolan Foundation. It also encourages women to stay involved in their communities. Two awards of $2500 are available. Women enrolled full-time at an Ontario Indigenous Institute can apply.
Community Development IIC-CIBC Scholarship Award
This is a new scholarship from the Indigenous Institutes Consortium (IIC) and CIBC. Two awards of $3000 are given. One goes to a student at the Munsee-Delaware Campus. The other goes to a student at the Nipissing Campus. Students must be studying something that will help Indigenous communities.
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