News & Announcements
SLAAMB’S ACHIEVEMENTS FEATURED AT FNHC 2025: COMMUNITY HOUSING RECOGNITION AWARDS
The Sioux Lookout Area Aboriginal Management Board (SLAAMB) received recognition at the 22nd First Nations Housing Conference, held from February 4–6, 2025, at the Valhalla Hotel in Thunder Bay, Ontario. This annual event brought together delegates, speakers, and exhibitors to discuss challenges and share ideas for supporting and strengthening First Nations communities. In 2024, SLAAMB…
SLAAMB to Showcase Carpentry Training Program at FNHC 2025
We are pleased to announce our participation in the upcoming First Nations Housing Conference, taking place February 4-6, 2025, at the Valhalla Inn in Thunder Bay, Ontario. This year’s theme, “Exploring Challenges, Empowering Sustainability” sets the stage for important conversations on housing, skills development, and community empowerment. Ziggy Beardy, Project Manager, will be there to…
Connecting Communities, Nurturing Progress: SLAAMB’s Journey of Empowerment
Our team has been working diligently to support the growth and development of Indigenous communities in the region. We continue to prioritize education and training initiatives. Through various programs, we provide community members with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the modern workforce. Our goal is to equip individuals with the tools they…
EVENT: STAFF OF SLAAMB HOST CAREER FAIR FOR LOCAL SECONDARY STUDENTS
Michael Etherington, Indigenous Relations Consultant presents at career fair and welcomes students to explore opportunities. ______________ With support from Sioux Lookout’s Sioux North High School The Sioux Lookout Area Aboriginal Management Board (SLAAMB) organized a Symposium/Career Fair event on October 13, 2022. The event aimed to introduce the youth and public to career opportunities in…
Building Economic Capacity: Highlights of the 2022 BEDO Training Workshop in Sioux Lookout.
A successful BEDO Training Workshop in Sioux Lookout, ON brought together First Nations communities to exchange ideas, explore funding options for growth, and foster collaboration for sustainable development in their communities. The recent Band Economic Development Officers (BEDO) Training Workshop was held on September 7 & 8, 2022 in Sioux Lookout, Ontario. The workshop brought…
Revamped and Ready: New Food Truck is Now Open
Last August, we said our goodbyes to our beloved food truck that had been serving as a valuable resource for SLAAMB’s culinary arts students since its purchase in 2017. However, we are thrilled to share that we have now acquired a new truck on our lot and are excited to announce it is now open…
SLAAMB Presents at the 2022 NAN Housing Summit: Insights
SLAAMB had the honour of being invited to the NAN Housing Summit, which took place on November 15-16, 2022 at the Best Western Nor’Western Hotel in Thunder Bay. The summit serving as the platform for the formal launch of the NAN Housing Strategy, showcased a comprehensive plan consisting of seven stages. These stages encompassed various…
Award Win at the 2022 First Nations Housing Conference!
We are thrilled to announce that the Sioux Lookout Area Aboriginal Management Board (SLAAMB) received a prestigious award at the 2022 First Nation Housing Conference in recognition of SLAAMB’s outstanding training programs and projects in Hudson, ON. Sioux Lookout Area Aboriginal Management Board (SLAAMB) was honoured with a prestigious award at the 2022 First Nation…
Transforming Culinary Skills: The Inspiring Journey of Alana and Lee
Discover the culinary journey of Alana Beardy and Lee Kamenawatamin, graduates turned instructors, as they share their transformative expertise in a 10- week Cooking Program. We proudly highlight the exceptional accomplishments of Alana Beardy and Lee (Leon) Kamenawatamin, graduates of the comprehensive 52-week Culinary Program with an additional 10-week work placement. These talented individuals, who…
Revitalizing Sustainable Practices: The Harvester’s Support Grant Program
We are excited to announce the Harvester’s Support Grant Program, a 3-year initiative in partnership with ISC. With the aim to strengthen community traditions by supporting Indigenous Harvesters in their traditional hunting, fishing, and harvesting activities. The HSGP targets 18 eligible First Nation communities under the Nutrition North Program, prioritizing those with the greatest needs. It…
Training and Infrastructure Development: Updates and Achievements
Project Insight: Our project insights are developed through extensive research, statistical data tracking, and needs-based analysis of Indigenous communities in our service area. We have identified several crucial aspects including the exceptional cost of educating our trainees, which includes travel funding, training pay, and hotel accommodations, the pressing need for safe, supportive, and affordable housing…
Learning the Trade: Updates on our Plumbing Training Program
SLAAMB’s 4 week intensive program welcomed 2 cohorts of participants to Thunder Bay, ON. Through our training program, trainees gain in-depth knowledge about various aspects of the trade including accurate measurement techniques, basic mathematics, information on standard pipe data and specifications and fitting requirements, hand tool operation, copper pipe installation, valve installation, pipe threading, insights…
Unlocking Potential: Reflections on the Hair Styling Training Program
This program took place from Monday, January 16th to Friday, March 31st, 2023. Throughout the duration of the program, trainees received comprehensive training in various areas of expertise. The curriculum covered a wide range of essential topics, including professional ethics, bacteriology, sanitation and sterilization, hair theory, salon management, hair products, shampooing techniques, blow drying techniques,…