ELECTION 2023 | MAJOR CHANGES IN THE ELECTORAL PROCESS
Application of the First Nations Elections Act and the First Nations Elections Regulations. The term of elected officials is 4 years. The election period is 65 days. Candidates must accept their nomination in writing (it is no longer automatic following the acceptance of the proposal and the support of their candidacy), and they must provide [...]
Odanak celebrates its culture by revitalizing the community’s street names
The Abenaki Council of Odanak is delighted to announce a significant cultural initiative to revitalize the community's street names. This initiative aims to highlight the Abenaki language and reflect its importance. The new street name signs, featuring the names in three languages - Abenaki, French and English - as well as pictograms symbolizing their meaning, [...]
Online W8banaki resource directory
A Nation's culture and traditions brought to light with a new 100% Abenaki web resource directory The Abenaki of Odanak and Wôlinak Band Councils, in partnership with the Grand Conseil de la Nation Waban-Aki, are proud to announce the online publication of a W8banaki resource directory. In addition to offering greater visibility to the Nation's [...]
OPPORTUNITÉ D’EMPLOI POUR LES JEUNES PASSIONNÉS DE LA TECHNOLOGIE (In French only)
Vous êtes à la recherche d'une expérience de travail passionnante dans le domaine des technologie de l'information et des communications (TIC) ? Ne cherchez plus, le Conseil en éducation des Premières Nation (CEPN) vous offre une chance unique de développer vos compétences grâce au programme Connexion compétences - Placement dans les TIC ! L'objectif ? [...]
MAJOR CONFERENCE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT: CRUCIAL ISSUES FACING THE W8BANAKI NATION DISCUSSED
A major conference of Indigenous experts and researchers was held today at the University of Vermont. For the occasion, several members of the Odanak First Nation were present, providing authentic representation and cultural participation, in addition to the 100+ members who attended virtually. COMPLETE PRESS RELEASE HERE
Next Public Assembly | Agenda
On Monday, April 24, the public meeting of the Abenaki Council of Odanak will be held. Until then, we invite you to consult the attached agenda. We hope to see you there.