DONNA CONA SPONSORS PUBLICATION - NATIVE LEADERS OF CANADA
Donna Cona is proud to announce their support in the publication of Native Leaders in Canada. This important book recognizes Canada's Native Leaders who have worked hard to make a better way of life for Aboriginal peoples across Canada. These individuals are extraordinary leaders and it is important to acknowledge their achievements.
It is an exciting time to be an Aboriginal person in Canada. Today, more than ever, we have a great respect of the significant contributions Aboriginal people are making to their communities and nations. This recognition is growing each year through literature, learning programs and award ceremonies. Through education and traditional storytelling, Aboriginal people are learning from the Leaders of the past and present in order to become part of the change for this generation.
The Leaders profiled in this publication come from First Nations, Inuit and Metis descent and have diverse backgrounds ranging from renowned artists to prominent political leaders. By staying true to their hopes and dreams, these Leaders have inspired change in the way Aboriginal people are perceived and their ability to achieve success and make a difference.
As a leading sponsor for this book, Donna Cona recognizes New Federation House for creating this inspirational book and taking the time to interview and research the Leaders. In addition, we recognize the contribution of the Advisory Committee members. The members were presented with many notable Native Leaders and it was a very difficult selection process.
DONNA CONA SUPPORTS IGNITING THE SPIRIT GALA
Donna Cona is proud to support the Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health Igniting the Spirit Gala as a Platinum Sponsor. We are committed to working with Aboriginal organizations to enhance the social and economic development of communities. As Canada’s largest Aboriginal professional service company, we are particularly interested in creating opportunities for Aboriginal youth in the information technology sector. Our support of Wabano is based on our commitment to ensure that Aboriginal youth have access to quality and culturally appropriate health services. These services are essential to provide Aboriginal youth with a good start and healthy lifestyle development.
The community based health care services and programs they provide to Ottawa First Nations, Inuit, and Metis people are of great value to the urban Aboriginal population. Statistics prove that the Aboriginal population is very young when compared to the overall Canadian population, and that 71% of Aboriginal children live in an urban setting. Wabano provides much needed services to meet the needs of this growing population by delivering services to over 9000 clients.
Donna Cona - Supporting the Community
As an Aboriginal company, Donna Cona is always seeking talented Aboriginal men and women to fill a variety of technical and business roles. Our interest in Aboriginal learning programs is both self-interest and community-spirited.Our philosophy is guided by our commitment to the community at large and providing opportunities to Aboriginal people through education, mentoring, training and employment initiatives.
Aboriginal Scholarship Fund, Trent University
Donna Cona contributed $30,000 to establish a renewable scholarship fund for Aboriginal students enrolled in Trent University's Computer Studies program. Donna Cona's October 2005 contribution was matched by equivalent funds under the Ontario Government's Access to Opportunities Program. The endowment provides a minimum $2,000 annually to fund one scholarship per year.
Aboriginal Human Resource Development Council of Canada (AHRDCC)
Mr. John Bernard, President, Donna Cona - AHRDCC Champion.
The Council's Champions are nationally recognized leaders from Aboriginal communities, from the upper tiers of government, and from the highest ranks of pivotal Canadian industries. These men and women are equally compelled by the Council's mission to improve Aboriginal peoples' participation in the Canadian economy.
Champions are indispensable guides to the Council's progress. Meeting once a year to explore threshold issues and collaborate in defining Council strategies, the Champions offer the perspicuity, the foresight, and the tempered judgement one can expect from some of the nation's forefront figures. Indeed, very seldom do important leaders from the Aboriginal, the public, and private sectors sit down with one another to discuss the necessary steps to creating a new era of Aboriginal Inclusion.
The Champions also serve promoting the Council and its initiatives to their peers in government, industry, and among Aboriginal organizations.