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“For ten years, strong relationships between Ontario, Indigenous partners, school boards and communities have supported the success and well-being of First Nations, Métis and Inuit students. Our government is investing in community-led programs that will help Indigenous students reach their full potential. All students benefit from a better understanding of Indigenous histories, cultures and contributions.” — Indira Naidoo-Harris, Minister of Education and Minister Responsible for Early Years and Child Care
“Education plays a significant role in the journey of reconciliation within Ontario schools. By working with Indigenous partners, we are strengthening Indigenous education across the province. This is helping to improve Indigenous student achievement and well-being. The Third Progress Report on Ontario’s First Nation, Métis and Inuit Education Policy Framework will help inform us on the important work that still lies ahead.” — David Zimmer, Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation
“Education is key to reconciliation and Indigenous participation in our growing economy. Since our government introduced free tuition last year, we’ve seen a 34 per cent increase in Indigenous learners accessing aid to go to college or university. That, coupled with major investments in Indigenous Institutes and this languages fund, is helping to close the education gap — making higher education and training a reality for more Indigenous learners.” — Mitzie Hunter, Minister of Advanced Education and Skills Development
“We have made significant strides in our partnership relationship with the province to execute our shared responsibility to provide education that builds and fosters a strong sense of identity for First Nations students and supports our languages and cultures. In partnership we will continue to build on our accomplishments and make further changes in education to ensure that our students are achieving educational success without having to change who they are, how they think and what they believe in.” — Ontario Regional Chief Isadore Day, Chiefs of Ontario
“The Métis Nation of Ontario would like to recognize its longstanding partnerships with the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development. These partnerships are focussed on improving outcomes for Métis learners, and, although more work needs to be done, the MNO acknowledges the ongoing efforts of these ministries in this area. We would like to recognize the Ontario Government for its commitment to the preservation and revitalization of Indigenous languages, including Michif, the language of the Métis people in Ontario. We will be looking to work in partnership with Ontario to ensure that as we move forward we will see long-term, positive impacts for all our students in the provincial education system.” — Margaret Froh, President, Métis Nation of Ontario
“Tungasuvvingat Inuit is pleased to move forward with an Inuit specific approach to Indigenous Language opportunities in Ontario. This investment is consistent with the values and aspirations in our MOU with the ministry and will bring the Inuit world view to our shared work.” — Jason LeBlanc, Executive Director, Tungasuvvingat Inuit
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