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MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR GENERAL,
DENIS GROS-LOUIS
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NEWS FROM THE GENERAL
MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT
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Relaunch of the Round Table on the Educational Success of First
Nations Students
On August 12, more than 27 representatives from 13 First Nations educational and community organizations met to relaunch the Round Table on the Educational Success of First Nations Students. The First Nations Education Council (FNEC) actively sits on the table, participating in the discussions and the development of solutions to support the educational success of First Nations youth.
The Table is essential: it is the only concertation forum that allows the Government of Quebec to become fully aware of the challenges faced by our youth in terms of education in order to find collaborative solutions to these issues.
This relaunch follows the November 2024 Auditor General’s report, which denounced the Minister of Education’s inaction and the systemic obstacles affecting the perseverance and success of more than 1300 First Nations and Inuit students who attend provincial schools.
As the provincial elections approach, the Table reaffirms that the educational success of First Peoples must remain a priority. The members request that a meeting be held soon with the Government of Quebec to move forward together towards sustainable solutions.
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Participation of the House of Knowledge in the Laval University symposium
As part of the Parole aux Premiers Peuples “Ensemble pour une décolonisation des pratiques et une autochtonisation du droit” symposium, organized by the Chaire de leadership en enseignement René-Dussault (Laval University), the House of Knowledge had the honour of talking about his project before an audience made up of members from the academic community and First Nations organizations.
Not only did the symposium raise awareness about the House of Knowledge's mission, but also to open a space for dialogue. The discussions with the audience were particularly fruitful, particularly in terms of the attendees’ expectations and aspirations. These consultations fuel our approach to work together to build a culturally relevant and safe university environment for First Peoples.
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An eventful summer at the House of Knowledge
This summer, the House of Knowledge team kept the conversation going and continued to forge links with its partners and contacts. In the same vein, a member of the team participated in the ÉDRACCÉA symposium on June 9, 10 and 11 in Abitibiwinni. The symposium led to numerous meetings and discussions. The team also had the chance to present the House of Knowledge project to the chiefs gathered for the AFNQL meeting, which was also held in June. In August, certain members of the team had the opportunity to go to Wemotaci to discuss the educational issues specific to this community. This positive discussion resulted in a better understanding of communities university education needs and aspirations.
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NEWS FROM EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
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Certificate ceremony for the second cohort of the Foundations in Teaching in a First Nations Context
The certificate ceremony for the second cohort of the Foundations in Teaching in a First Nations Context was held on July 4 at the Laval Holiday Inn. This honour was bestowed upon 17 graduates from seven communities by their school administration and the FNEC Director General, Denis Gros-Louis.
This entire 135-hour training session (in person, synchronous and asynchronous) was designed according to First Nations worldview, culture and history. It aims to respond to the needs of FNEC member community teachers. This personalized training adapts to the realities of teaching personnel in schools and takes their schedule into account.
A third cohort will see the light of day in September 2025, for training that will extend over the entire 2025-2026 school year.
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Turnkey sexuality education program for our communities
Developed by and for First Nations, this culturally rooted turnkey program offers complete tools to discuss sexuality education in a secure, respectful and adapted manner. The program focuses on much more than sexuality in a strict sense, by exploring essential themes such as self-esteem, healthy relationships, consent, stereotypes, security and identity.
From primary to secondary, teachers have a variety of tools to answer adolescents’ questions, including training, visual presentations, educational workbooks, playful capsules and a podcast. These tools were developed in collaboration with Elders, sexologists and school staff.
This program aims to enhance protection factors, foster healthy relationships, and integrate our values, traditions
and realities at the heart of teaching.
Contact Eve Pagé, Well-Being Promotion Advisor, to gain access
to the program and plan training.
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Kiuna celebrated its 75 graduates and
welcomed a new director
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On August 18, the Kiuna Institution highlighted the success of more than 75 graduates at its 10th graduation ceremony. The event brought together graduates, families, First Nations leaders and education partners from across Quebec, to celebrate students’ resilience and engagement.
At the same time, Mr. Médérik Sioui officially started his mandate as Director of Kiuna. In his speech, he reiterated Kiuna’s essential role as the only First Nations college in Quebec that offers programs designed by and for First Nations, favouring educational success, identity affirmation and student leadership.
It was a sunny day filled with proud, beaming smiles, followed by a magical
evening with a 360-degree photo area and a performance
by the artist Shauit!
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We are pleased to confirm that the FNEC Inter-school Games are back in 2026! The Games will take place from May 21st to 24th, 2026 at the
Université Laval, Quebec City.
For more details, visit the Games website: inter-schoolgames.com
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