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MOU signed between Peepeekisis and Parkland College

Article Origin

Author

Compiled by Shari Narine

Volume

31

Issue

3

Year

2013

(Back row from left) Donna Desnomie (Director of Post Secondary and Higher Learning -Peepeekisis Cree Nation), Richard Ironquil (Headman - Peepeekisis Cree Nation), Ed Hourd (Business and Training Representative - Parkland College); (front row) Michael Cameron (Director of Training and Business Development - Parkland College), Mike Koochicum (Chief - Peepeekisis Cree Nation), Frank Dieter (Headman - Peepeekisis First Nation).

Peepeekisis Cree Nation and Parkland College have signed a memorandum of understanding committing the college to improve its skills training and labour market participation. The affiliation with Peepeekisis Cree Nation will involve tailored Essential Skills programs, Adult Basic Education, and specific skills training designed to link members of the First Nation with industry and jobs. The MOU will be in effect for five years.