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We wear orange today, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Orange Shirt Day), to:

Honour Survivors: Wearing orange shows respect for Survivors of residential schools and their families, acknowledging their strength and resilience.

Remember the Children: It keeps the memory of the children who never came home alive, so their stories are never forgotten.

Acknowledge the Truth: It reminds Canadians of the painful truths of the residential school system and its lasting impact on Indigenous communities.

Commit to Reconciliation: Wearing orange signals a willingness to listen, learn, and work toward meaningful change so that future generations can grow in pride, culture, and identity.

Oshki-Pimache-O-Win: The Wenjack Education Institute will be closed on Tuesday, September 30 to honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Reconciliation means carrying forward hope, respect, and responsibility to ensure future generations thrive in their identity, culture, and strength.
Let’s come together to honour the past, learn from it, and create a better future.

Regular operations will resume on Wednesday, October 1st, 2025.

Join us at Intercity Shopping Centre for an Indigenous Knowledge Practitioner-led event focused on deepening your understanding of Indian Residential Schools and the Truth and Reconciliation process.

Date: Friday, September 26
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Intercity Shopping Centre

Paint your vision of “What Reconciliation Means to You” alongside Knowledge Keepers and Indigenous artists Raven Linklater and Leanna Marshall.
Engage in meaningful conversations and reflection.
Receive pocket-sized resources on Truth and Reconciliation.
Watch educational videos, including:
• Residential Schools in Canada: A Timeline
• The Secret Path by Gord Downie

Donate your artwork to Oshki-Wenjack for a community mural or take it home.

Reconciliation means carrying forward hope, respect, and responsibility to ensure future generations can thrive in their identity, culture, and strength.

Let’s come together to honour the past, learn from it, and build a better future.

Today at 1:00 PM Eastern | 12:00 PM Central!

Join us as Oshki-Pimache-O-Win: The Wenjack Education Institute proudly hosts our Practical Nursing Pinning Ceremony.

This cherished tradition honours the hard work, dedication, and compassion of our nursing graduates as they prepare to serve and care for our communities.

Watch it live on our Facebook page!

Oshki-Pimache-O-Win: The Wenjack Education Institute congratulates our fellow Indigenous Institutes in Ontario on their recent funding investments from the Mastercard Foundation!

As part of a $235 million national initiative to advance Indigenous innovation in post-secondary education, the Mastercard Foundation has awarded $10 million each to four Ontario Indigenous Institutes:
Kenjgewin Teg (Manitoulin Island)
Six Nations Polytechnic (Brantford)
FNTI First Nations Technical Institute (Tyendinaga)
Seven Generations Education Institute (Fort Frances)

This transformative investment will support Indigenous-led programs, innovation, and learner success across the country. It is inspiring to see Ontario Indigenous Institutes recognized for their leadership and impact in building stronger economies, empowering youth, and shaping brighter futures for our communities.

Oshki-Wenjack celebrates this achievement and the continued success of Indigenous Institutes across Ontario and Canada.

Learn more:
Kenjgewin Teg: https://lnkd.in/gKZJa8YU
Six Nations Polytechnic: https://lnkd.in/grhubrWy
First Nations Technical Institute: https://bit.ly/4nqC8Ua
Seven Generations Education Institute: https://bit.ly/3JY0mqF
Mastercard Foundation: https://bit.ly/3K1DxSU
Oshki-Wenjack: https://bit.ly/3VMqBCY

Today marks the beginning of a new journey for students, staff, and the entire Oshki-Pimache-O-Win: The Wenjack Education Institute community.
Every step forward is a step toward growth, strength, and future success.

Booshoo, Wachiye,

Welcome to a new beginning at Oshki-Wenjack. Whether you are returning to continue your studies or joining us for the very first time, we are so glad you are here.

Oshki-Wenjack was founded by visionary leaders, educators, and Elders to create a place where First Nations learners can grow in a culturally supportive and welcoming environment. Here, you will gain knowledge and skills that will strengthen your home, workplace, and community.

Our Instructors, Program Coordinators, and Student Success Navigators are here to walk beside you. Ready to listen, support, and guide you on your journey.

Education is the path to fresh opportunities, and each step you take brings hope and pride to your family and community. On behalf of the Governing Council, instructors, and staff of Oshki-Wenjack, we wish you success, strength, and inspiration in the year ahead.

New Start Date September 2, 2025
(pushed back from the original date)

Location: Oshki-Pimache-O-Win: The Wenjack Education Institute, Thunder Bay
Applications Still Open: trades@oshki.ca

What you’ll learn:
* Safe operation of heavy trucks over 11,000 kg
* Air brake system essentials (Z endorsement)
* Local delivery and construction driving skills
* Confidence behind the wheel for career-ready opportunities

**Why it matters:**
* Open doors to jobs in **construction, waste management, delivery, and municipal services**
New Start Date September 2, 2025
(pushed back from the original date)

Location: Oshki-Pimache-O-Win: The Wenjack Education Institute, Thunder Bay
Applications Still Open: trades@oshki.ca

What you’ll learn:
* Safe operation of heavy trucks over 11,000 kg
* Air brake system essentials (Z endorsement)
* Local delivery and construction driving skills
* Confidence behind the wheel for career-ready opportunities

**Why it matters:**
* Open doors to jobs in **construction, waste management, delivery, and municipal services**
New Start Date September 2, 2025
(pushed back from the original date)

Location: Oshki-Pimache-O-Win: The Wenjack Education Institute, Thunder Bay
Applications Still Open: trades@oshki.ca

What you’ll learn:
* Safe operation of heavy trucks over 11,000 kg
* Air brake system essentials (Z endorsement)
* Local delivery and construction driving skills
* Confidence behind the wheel for career-ready opportunities

**Why it matters:**
* Open doors to jobs in **construction, waste management, delivery, and municipal services**
New Start Date September 2, 2025
(pushed back from the original date)

Location: Oshki-Pimache-O-Win: The Wenjack Education Institute, Thunder Bay
Applications Still Open: trades@oshki.ca

What you’ll learn:
* Safe operation of heavy trucks over 11,000 kg
* Air brake system essentials (Z endorsement)
* Local delivery and construction driving skills
* Confidence behind the wheel for career-ready opportunities

**Why it matters:**
* Open doors to jobs in **construction, waste management, delivery, and municipal services**
* Gain a valuable, community-focused skillset
* Flexible and supportive learning environment designed for First Nations learners

Seats are limited! Apply now and start driving toward a new career.
Applications Still Open: trades@oshki.ca

Inside, you’ll find a staff spotlight, a feature on a former student turned graduate, highlights from our recent MMIWG2S Awareness Walk, exciting news about our successful accreditation with the Indigenous Advanced Education and Skills Council (IAESC), a full recap of our 2025 Graduation Ceremony, and coverage of our newly signed Memorandum of Understanding with Grassy Narrows First Nation.

It’s been a season of growth, celebration, and community connection.

Catch up on it all in the Spring 2025 edition.

AVAILABLE HERE: https://www.oshki.ca/…/2025/06/Eagles-Echo-Spring-2025.pdf

Make sure you check your funding deadlines! Most applications are due Thursday, May 15 — don’t wait until the last minute!

Get your paperwork in and set yourself up for success this Fall.