Handbook
The handbook “FNMI Presence in Our Schools: A Guide for Staff” provides an excellent background and context for teaching. Further resources for secondary schools are included in “Building Social Inclusion by Combating Racism.” Additional assistance can be accessed through the Ontario Native Education Counselling Association at www.oneca.com

Aboriginal Education Advisory Committee (AEAC)
The Board has also established the Aboriginal Education Advisory Committee (AEAC) to provide ongoing advice on matters relating to the education of FNMI students.
FNMI Community Liaison Officer
On the recommendation of the Aboriginal Education Advisory Committee, Lakehead Public Schools hired an FNMI Community Liaison & Partnership Officer in December 2006.
The FNMI Community Liaison & Partnership Officer provides advice and support to administrators, staff and school leaders that would assist in:
- Developing an understanding and an appreciation for FNMI culture through cultural awareness;
- Providing input on how to create a welcoming school environment for FNMI families and students;
- Expanding existing channels of communication between FNMI families and staff;
- Nurturing positive working relationships between FNMI families and Lakehead Public Schools staff;
- Listening, providing guidance and exploring best practices/strategies/problem-solving approaches towards FNMI student success;
- Building partnerships with the FNMI community;
Lakehead Public Schools
2135 Sills Street
Thunder Bay, ON P7E 5T2


- Anishinaabemowin Words and Phrases
- Territorial Student Program
- Aboriginal Education Advisory Committee (AEAC)
- FNMI Presence in Our Schools – A Cultural Resource
- Aboriginal Volunteer Advocacy Program
- Creating a Welcoming Environment
- Cultural Sensitivity Training 2012-2013
- Cultural Sensitivity Training 2014-2015
- Elder Senator Protocol
- First Peoples Resource Collection – Elementary
- First Peoples Resource Collection – Secondary
- Global Competencies through Indigenous Perspectives
- Hammarskjold Cultural Academy – KZ Lodge
- Letter of Support for Aboriginal Education Programs in Our Schools
- Links to Aboriginal Resources on the Web
- Secondary School at a Glance
- Smudging Ceremony Notification Poster
- Supports for First Nation, Metis and Inuit Students
- Testimonials
- Voluntary Aboriginal Self-ID
- Welcome to Kindergarten!