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# NameComments
201 Ben Arasu
202 AnonymousI recently took a course through FNTI and while I have two degrees from McMaster University it was by far the most relevant and challenging course I have taken. The closure of FNTI would be a travesty, especially in light of the federal and provincial governments apparent commitment to closing the gap between non-Aboriginal and Aboriginal learners.
203 Scott M. MaracleIts my hope that FNTI continues to provide the stellar education opportunities that it has been so successful in delivering in the past. Many First Nations members have benefited from the course loads and skill building thru this facility.
204 Brandy M. Brant
205 Ann Nicol
206 Gail BallaI feel very strongly that F.N.T.N. stays open for the great benefits for our future generations. Personally, i myself have benefited from courses i have taken in the past and have gotten a great job. F.N.T.I. has given me the valuable tools to use in the career field and it still offers future learning for all aboriginal members. It would be a great loss if it was taken from us. This community has grown in the administration and economic development field from prior students from F.N.T.I. Sincerely Gail Balla
207 Roberta QuockI am happy to hear of the graduates with degrees, diplomas and certificates. They are extra tools for the First Nations peoples of Canada along with their languages and cultures. Bless all the peoples.
208 mark marasco
209 Brent Stonefish
210 Heather Schmitt
211 Samantha Ford
212 Anonymous
213 Jennifer Delarge
214 Kevin Johnsonit's a shame but not unbelievable the government would do this...
215 David AndersonIt is about time for governments to recognize the important contributions of First Nations institutions. It is also time to acknowledge and honour these institutions by enabling First Nations institutions to grant degrees and diplomas on their own, without requiring "partnerships" with "established institutions.
216 John MillerI serve on the advisory committee for the FNTI journalism program, and have guest-lectured at the institution. The students I met were eager for learning, but the institution is underfunded. The latest threat to further cut its funding will cripple the program. This cannot be allowed to happen, since it is the only one of its kind, and Canada needs more Aboriginal journalists.
217 AnonymousClosing the doors of educational institution in this country is a non-starter, especially on a Native reserve where the need for post-secondary education is great. I recommend that you do whatever it takes to make sure this doesn't happen.
218 Eliana
219 Lynette Bondarchuk
220 Bronwen Harman
221 Eli Fox
222 Geniveve Manuel
223 Ed Maraclethe provincial and federal government need to get there act together and find a solution to fnti's funding problems
224 Pamela MajorKeep it going for our people
225 AnonymousPlease honey keep my school open
226 Laurie MarsdenFNTI has formed a partnership with Ryerson allowing Aboriginal students the opportunity to receive university accreditation through a distance delivery mode. Many aboriginal students are in communities that are so remote that the opportunity for a university education is not available and FNTI has assisted and come up with creative solutions to meeting the needs of many different Aboriginal students while allowing them continue working while progressing towards obtaining a degree. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK FNTI
227 JOANNE SZABOI am currently considering attending FNTI within the next two years to obtain my BSW. Funding constraints that would affect course delivery therefore are a very serious matter to me. KEEP THE DOORS OPEN
228 Charlotte VanEveryI graduated from the SSW program. It was awesome. What I liked about it was FNTI professors want to send healthy minded people out there to do counselling with Spirituality in mind. There is no mainstream Social Worker program that does that. They want you to do your job without compassion and Spirit.
229 Aaron Haddad
230 Cindy McGregor-Marsden
231 Caitlin MoylesEducation Should NEVER Dye!!!
232 Francis EndanawasI believe any institution that enables less fortunate peoples to better themselves and have sense of self worth are most definately required in Canadian society.
233 Anonymous
234 Anonymous
235 Tina Brant
236 Richard Priestman
237 Eileen AntoneAs First nations we need this institution to continue as it promotes the cultrual Knowledge and values of Aboriginal people
238 Eileen Meawasige
239 Steve StyersTo close a successful post secondary instiution that has contributed to closing the post secondary gap, when that gap is ever widening, is a clear example of Insitutionalized Racism that dominates First Nation peoples as perpetuated by the Canadian Government. It is time to demand our Human Rights
240 Steve StyersTo close a successful post secondary instiution that has contributed to closing the post secondary gap, when that gap is ever widening, is a clear example of Insitutionalized Racism that dominates First Nation peoples as perpetuated by the Canadian Government. It is time to demand our Human Rights
241 Steve StyersTo close a successful post secondary instiution that has contributed to closing the post secondary gap, when that gap is ever widening, is a clear example of Insitutionalized Racism that dominates First Nation peoples as perpetuated by the Canadian Government. It is time to demand our Human Rights
242 Steve StyersTo close a successful post secondary instiution that has contributed to closing the post secondary gap, when that gap is ever widening, is a clear example of Insitutionalized Racism that dominates First Nation peoples as perpetuated by the Canadian Government. It is time to demand our Human Rights
243 Lynn Spriggs
244 Carrie Tabobondung
245 Shane TabobondungAs a political leader in my community I have witnessed many graduates go on to lead successful careers and contribute to society. Our community makes decisions based one of the principals 'for the people, by the people.' Chief Councillor Wasauksing First Nation
246 Audrey Caskanette
247 Susan Siwik
248 Susan Maracle
249 Bryan BowersFederal bureaucrats and politicians see FNTI as a Provincial problem. Provincial bureaucrats and politicians see FNTI as a Federal problem. What if both were to see FNTI in a new light? An opportunity to walk their talk.
250 Sharon Johnson

 

Signatures | Total: 1,387