Programs

In 2003, the Gathering Strength program was renamed New Paths for Education. This program aims to finance actions that contribute to strengthening Aboriginal education and improving the quality of instruction in schools managed by First Nations.

It is important to note that a change has been made to the New Paths for Education Program: the First Nations SchoolNet Program, Parental Involvement and Professional Development initiatives have been included on one form.

The objectives are as follows:

• Strengthen First Nations education management and governance capacity through local capacity and educational institutional development.
• Improve the effectiveness of classroom instruction through curriculum and language development, improvements to instructional techniques and information and communications technologies (ICT).
• Support community and parental involvement in the education of children and youth that is conducive to a supportive learning environment.
• Assist band-operated schools recruit and retain qualified teachers and educators, and to provide them with professional development opportunities.
• Promote ICT.

For more information, please contact Orania Gros-Louis by phone at 418-842-7672 or by e-mail at:  ogroslouis@cepn-fnec.com.

How to open, complete and send forms to the FNEC Please read before completing your forms: important information
Important dates and forms
Important date for 2012–2013
April 15, 2013	2012-2013 final reports due Final report Form
Important date for 2013–2014
April 15, 2013	Deadline for 2013-2014 proposals Form