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The First Nations Information Governance Centre is an independent, apolitical, and technical non-profit organization that envisions that every First Nation will achieve data sovereignty in alignment with their world view.
#TBT to 2015, when FNIGC released its first corporate video.
Take a few minutes to watch (or rewatch) and learn more about FNIGC’s work and the importance of OCAP®.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SNpZw3DI4S4
Are you a First Nations individual facing a financial barrier to registering for FNIGC’s The Fundamentals of OCAP® online course?
The Fundamentals of OCAP® Sponsorship Program offers a number of complimentary registrations to eligible FN learners.
https://fnigc.ca/ocap-training/take-the-course/
FNIGC is an incorporated, non‑profit First Nations organization committed to producing evidence based research and information that will contribute to First Nations in Canada achieving data sovereignty in alignment with their distinct world views.
Visit our website!: https://ow.ly/o5nI50YrYx0
Today is International Women’s Day, a global movement dedicated to celebrating the social, cultural, and political achievements of women and girls.
On this IWD, we encourage everyone to take a moment to celebrate the remarkable women in your lives.
📣Attention all First Nations post-secondary students!📣
FNIGC is looking to fill two summer student positions in our IM & IT, and Research and Information units.
Don't wait, apply today!
https://fnigc.ca/about-fnigc/our-career-opportunities/
Today, February 25, marks Pink Shirt Day Canada, a movement dedicated to raising awareness about the impacts of bullying by wearing pink as a sign of solidarity. This year's theme is Sprinkle Kindness.
Learn more about Pink Shirt Day by following the link below.
https://pinkshirtdaycanada.ca/
Our friends at the Chiefs of Ontario have launched a new website focused on providing updates about the 1965 Indian Welfare Agreement reform.
Visit the new website at the post below!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1ZN1tVW489/
FNHMA, in partnership with the Health Standards Organization (HSO), is hosting a virtual 2-hour long Lunch & Learn to support the development of the National Standard of Canada for Cultural Safety and Humility.
Register for this event at the link below!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DHUwr4atd/
🌟 Job Alert! 🌟
FNIGC is looking for a Senior Research Officer, Public Health Data, to join our team! This position comes with competitive pay, excellent benefits, and generous paid time off.
Ready to make a difference? Learn more and apply here: https://ow.ly/JnON50XTzP7
FNIGC is happy to share the Cancer Prevention and Screening Project report from our friends at The Alberta First Nations Governance Centre!
You can access the full report at the post below!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1E42dohnrj/
FNIGC's offices and operations will be closed Monday, February 16, in recognition of Family Day. They will reopen on February 17.
What a week!
FNIGC had a great time at the AFOA Canada 24th National Conference in Montreal as we connected with more than 275 delegates from across the country to share our data sovereignty work.
We look forward to connecting again next year!
FNIGC is excited to be in Montreal for the AFOA Canada 24th Annual National Conference where we'll be connecting with delegates from across the country. If you’re attending, visit our info booth (#321) at the AFOA Canada Trading Post which opens tonight and runs through Thursday February 12
Love Data Week 2026 is here! This annual global celebration (which coincides with the week of Valentine’s Day) that explores all facets of data.
FNIGC will be presenting on The First Nations Principles of OCAP®, on February 10, at 1:00 p.m. CST.
https://library.usask.ca/love-data-week.php
📢New Publications Alert!📢
In 2021 FNIGC completed a literature review and feasibility study on longitudinal research with First Nations children.
To access these publications please visit the link below!
https://ow.ly/jCzR50Y521O
🌟 Job Alert! 🌟
FNIGC is looking for a Senior Research Officer, Public Health Data, to join our team! This position comes with competitive pay, excellent benefits, and generous paid time off.
Ready to make a difference? Learn more and apply here: https://ow.ly/JnON50XTzP7
More than 1,250 delegates will be gathering in Montreal next week for
AFOA Canada’s sold-out National Conference & FNIGC can't wait to meet all of them! Visit our booth to chat about our many data sovereignty initiatives!
https://afoa.ca/events/conferences/24th/
Don't forget, registration is still open for The First Nations Health and Social Secretariat of Manitoba Anti-Indigenous Racism in Health Care Conference happening February 18-19 in Winnipeg.
Register now at the post below!
https://ow.ly/fvAm50Y5B4A
Are you attending the AFOA Canada 24th Annual Conference in Montreal next week? Swing by our booth at the AFOA Canada Trading Post (#321) to talk to us about our Data Sovereignty work and enter our raffle for your chance to win a prize pack
See you there!
On February 5, our friends at the Chiefs of Ontario are hosting a one day Post Secondary Education Forum in Toronto, ON.
Registrants are able to attend this event both in-person and virtually.
Register now at post below!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AZGo7dHcc/
📖 January 24 marks the United Nations International Day of Education, a day that promotes education as a basic human right, a public good, and a shared responsibility.📖
Learn more about FNIGC’s education offerings at the link below!
https://ow.ly/vLPb50XXkV3
Check out this opportunity from our friends at AFOA Canada for First Nations secondary students planning their next steps after high school.
Applications are open until January 12, 2026.
Learn more and apply at the post below!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DmUk5e5wR/
Did you know that FNIGC has 13 regional partners from across Turtle Island?🫱🏽🫲🏾🌿
Whether it is survey development, data collection, or research, we are grateful for their continued support and guidance on all of the work at FNIGC. ❤️💛🖤🤍
Learn more below!
https://fnigc.ca/about-fnigc/our-members/
🌟 Job Alert! 🌟
Are you looking for a new employment opportunity at a supportive, community focused First Nation non-profit? Well you're in luck, because FNIGC is hiring!
Apply here: https://ow.ly/JnON50XTzP7
Our friends at the First Nations Health and Social Secretariat of Manitoba (FNHSSM) are currently accepting presentations for an anti-racism conference they are hosting in Winnipeg next month.
Learn how to submit your presentation at the link below!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1GJM2XBPfA/
#TBT to a milestone in FNIGC's history!
We’re remembering the release of the first First Nations and Inuit Regional Health Survey Report.
This report set the foundation for generations of research guided by OCAP® principles.
https://fnigc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/rhs_1997_final_report.pdf
FNIGC mourns the loss of Madeleine Stout, a Cree scholar, nurse, and tireless advocate for Indigenous health.
FNIGC honours her legacy, her teachings, and her enduring impact on Indigenous health and well-being.
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14RpiAkw3u5/
📢Save the date!📢
FNIGC will be attending the AFOA Canada 24th National Conference in Montreal, QC from February 10–12.
See you in Montreal!
Check out this post from our friends at the Alberta First Nations Information Governance Centre (AFNIGC) highlighting the importance of data sharing agreements!
Learn more at the post below!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1C7ag8jYPY/
🌟 Jobs Alert! 🌟
Are you looking to become part of a supportive, community focused First Nation non-profit? Good news, because FNIGC is hiring!
Ready to make a difference? Learn more and apply here: https://ow.ly/FKyM50TwoEx
