MARCH 20 – COVID-19 UPDATE

To all Saddle Lake Post Secondary Student’s

Please call the office today if you have not received your PSA!  Amberly and I are in the office to assist you.  I have emailed all our students yesterday with information that you require in the coming days/weeks.

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COVID-19 SELF-ASSESSMENT

Answering these COVID-19 self assessmentquestions, will help you in determining whether you should to tested for the COVID-19 virus.

Launch Self Assessment

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HELP PREVENT THE SPREAD OF COVID-19

The Alberta Health Services website has information that is current and important for those that are wanting to learn about the COVID-19. 

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I have provided the following links for you to review:

• Saddle Lake Cree Nation COVID-19 Information Package
• Outbreak Update
• Canada’s Economic Response Plan
• Prevention and Risks
• COVID-19

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If there is any other information from our office or regarding the COVID-19, this post will be updated the the time of post.  Betty Ann Cardinal, Student Advisor

MARCH 19 – COVID-19 UPDATE

Posted at 2:30pm:  Dr. Wilson’s video, shared by the SLHCC Medical Desk and posted by Dr. Nicole Cardinal, please view.

SADDLE LAKE CREE NATIONS COVID-19 INFORMATION PACKAGE

Please click on the following link:  SLCN Information Package

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CANADA’S COVID-19 ECONOMIC RESPONSE PLAN SUMMARY

Please click on the following link:  Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan Summery

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Attention all Saddle Lake Post Secondary!

Please be advised that we have moved up our April 2020 Post Secondary Allowance (PSA) distribution to Friday, March 20, 2020 via DIRECT DEPOSIT.  It has been recommended by Saddle Lake Chief and Council that the distribution be moved up due to the emergency situation regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.  This will give you the opportunity to purchase what you require to prepare yourselves for the days ahead.  As you know, the situation around the COVID-19 is constantly changing and updates are being posted as soon as we can to ensure you are all informed.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Betty Ann Cardinal, Post Secondary Student Advisor or Amberly Makokis, Administrative Assistant who are both in the office.

The Saddle Lake Education Authority Main Office – Cultural Education, Museum, Transportation and Post Secondary have prepared our Safety Action Plan that outlines the necessary measures to ensure the health and safety of our staff, students and community members.  

Recommended options for contacting the Post Secondary Staff are:

1. Office Phone at – 1-800-668-0243 or 780-726-7609
2. Email – please scroll down
3. Fax – 780-726-4069
4. Email Scan

Please contact your institution, if you have not done so already, to stay informed as to what actions are being taken with regards to you educational plans (assignments, exam, etc).  

Stay informed, I have posted many links to reliable sources for you to access like what is social distancing, symptoms, community supports, etc.  

Be prepared, please review or download the Saddle Lake Cree Nations COVID-19 INFORMATION PACKAGE.  This package includes answers to many questions that are being asked, provides reliable resources to review and a detailed plan as to how the Saddle Lake Cree Nation is moving forward during this time.  Alberta Health Services  website remains to be an excellent resource.

Posted by Betty Ann Cardinal, Post Secondary Advisor

MARCH 18 – COVID-19 UPDATE

Attention all Saddle Lake Post Secondary!

Please be advised that we have moved up our April 2020 Post Secondary Allowance (PSA) distribution to Friday, March 20, 2020 via DIRECT DEPOSIT.  It has been recommended by Saddle Lake Chief and Council that the distribution be moved up due to the emergency situation regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.  This will give you the opportunity to purchase what you require to prepare yourselves for the days ahead.  As you know, the situation around the COVID-19 is constantly changing and updates are being posted as soon as we can to ensure you are all informed.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Betty Ann Cardinal, Post Secondary Student Advisor or Amberly Makokis, Administrative Assistant.

The Saddle Lake Education Authority Main Office – Cultural Education, Museum, Transportation and Post Secondary have prepared our Safety Action Plan that outlines the necessary measures to ensure the health and safety of our staff, students and community members.  

Recommended options for contacting the Post Secondary Staff are:

1. Office Phone at – 1-800-668-0243 or 780-726-7609
2. Email – please scroll down
3. Fax – 780-726-4069
4. Email Scan

Please contact your institution, if you have not done so already, to stay informed as to what actions are being taken with regards to you educational plans (assignments, exam, etc).  

Stay informed, I have posted many links to reliable sources for you to access like what is social distancing, symptoms, community supports, etc.  

Be prepared, there are many resources available online, however, our Task Force  recommends the Alberta Health Services website.  You will find information on the following:

 

1. FACT SHEET
2. Saddle Lake Health Care Centre – Medical Clinic – Infant Formula assistance
3. Saddle Lake Cree Nation News, Events & Information – Facebook
4. APTN Trudeau addresses the Country
5. Health Link #811
6. Alberta Updates
7. COVID Self-Assessment
8. Knowing your Options
9. Online Tool to Determine the Need for COVID Testing
10. Help in Tough Times – Who/Where can I call?
11. Alberta Native Friendship Centres
12. Prevention
13. COVID-19 Information for Albertans
14. Current Situation
15. Emergency Financial Assistance
16. and so much more.. please research reliable sources.

Saddle Lake Post Secondary Staff Contact Information:

Berandine Houle-Steinhauer, Director (Out of Office) – bernadinehs@saddlelake.ca

Betty Ann Cardinal, Student Advisor (In Office) – bettyanncardinal@saddlelake.ca

Amberly Makokis, Administrative Assistant – amberly.makokis@saddlelake.ca

 

MARCH 16 – COVID-19 UPDATE

The Saddle Lake Post Secondary Program remains open and if you have an inquiry or request, please email Betty Ann Cardinal, Student Advisor at bettyanncardinal@saddlelake.ca (in office); Bernadine Houle-Steinhauer, Direct at bernadinehs@saddlelake.ca (out of office); or Amberly Makokis, Adminstrative Assistant at amberly.makokis@saddlelake.ca (out of office) or call the office at 780-726-7609.

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COVID-19 virus Updates

Public Health Agency of Canada – March 15, 2020:

Below you will find links to many of the Universities/Colleges that have information regarding their stand on the COVID-19

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University of Alberta Notice

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NAIT Notice

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McEwan University Notice

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Yellowhead Tribal College Notice

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University of Calgary Notice

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Athabasca University Notice

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Bow Valley College Notice

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University of Saskatchewan Notice

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University of Regina Notice

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University of British Columbia Notice

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University of Victoria Notice

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Portage College Notice

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College of New Caledonia Notice

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Norquest College Notice

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First Nation University of Canada Notice

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Lewis and Clark State University, Idaho, USA Notice

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Nicola Valley Institute of Technologies, BC Notice

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University of Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, USA Notice

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Saskatchewan Indian Institution of Technology

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University of New Brunswick Notice

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Simon Fraser University Notice

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SADDLE LAKE CREE NATION UPDATES

Saddle Lake Health Care Centre Facebook Page

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Saddle Lake Cree Nation New and Information Facebook Page

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Posted by Betty Ann Cardinal, Student Advisor

ABOUT THE CORONAVIRUS

World Health Organization (WHO) message on how to protect yourself from the Coronavirus

LINKS:

World Health Organization

World Health Organization – Q&A

Information Sheet – click here —> Coronavirus Information Sheet

Alberta Health Services

Alberta Health Services – What is COVID-19

Alberta Health Services – Difference between COVID-19 & Influenza

Health Canada Information Sheets

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NOVEL CORONAVIRUS

The World Health Organization changed the name to COVID-19

• CO-“corona”, VI-rus-“D-isease & the year it emerged = 2019

Human Coronaviruses are common and are typically associated with mild illnesses similar to the common cold.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?

Symptoms may be very mild or more serious, however, the biggest symptoms are:

• #1 Cough
• #2 Difficulty Breathing
• #3 Fever

Symptoms may take up to 14 days to appear after exposure to the virus.

HOW IS THE COVID-19 COMMONLY SPREAD and WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF INFECTION?

COVID-19 are most commonly SPREAD from an infected person through the following:

• respiratory droplets when someone coughs or sneezes;
• close personal contact, such as touching or shaking hands;
• touching something with the virus on it, then touching your eyes, nose or mouth before washing your hands.

Best way to PREVENT the spread of infection is:

Chief Eric Shirt, Saddle Lake Cree Nation sent out a message to Membership

• Stay informed and Be Prepared and follow the advice of your local health authorities and be aware of the restrictions put in place on travel, movement and gatherings – Chief Eric Shirt made a statement to the members of the Saddle Lake Cree Nations; Resource Material;

• Hand Washing is very important – wash your hands with soap and water or by using an alcohol-based hand rub – KILLS VIRUSES that may be on your hands;

• Close Personal Contact – such as touching or shaking hands – remain at least 2 meter distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezes;

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth – contaminated hands can transfer the virus to your eyes, nose and mouth and from there the virus can enter your body;

• Cover you mouth when you cough or sneeze

• Stay home if your sick to avoid to protect others and yourself and cover your mouth and nose with your arm or tissues to reduce the spread of germs & immediately dispose of any issues you have used into the garbage as soon as possible and wash your hands afterwards

• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces, such as toys, electron devices and doorknobs

• call ahead before you visit a health care professional or call your local public health authority – tell them your symptoms and follow their instructions.  if you need immediate medical attention, call 911 and them your symptoms.

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World Health Organization

World Health Organization – Q&A

Information Sheet – click here —> Coronavirus Information Sheet

Alberta Health Services

Alberta Health Services – What is COVID-19

Alberta Health Services – Difference between COVID-19 & Influenza

Health Canada Information Sheets

Health Canada Updates

Call 1-833-784-4397

World Wide Web – click here —> canada.ca/coronavirus

Email —> phac.info.aspc@canada.ca

 

**This information was shared by the Public Health Agency of Canada and materials shared by Rudy Parentau’s power point presenation of Wednesday, March 11, 2020

 

Posted by Betty Ann Cardinal, Post Secondary Student Advisor

Portage College Information Session

Information Session!

If you are interested in finding out more about the programs that Portage College has to offer, please come and visit Sandra Merchant on March 10th, 2020 here at the complex.  She will be offering testing as well.  See you there.

University of Alberta

Aboriginal Student Discovery Day

FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2015

Aboriginal Student Discovery Day is a full day event where student will have an opportunity to:

1. Learn about the U of A Undergraduate Programs, Admission Requirements, Housing, Student Services, International Opportunities, as well as next steps for applying.
2. Discuss University life with current undergraduate students.
3. Speak with faculty and services representatives.
4. Tour Lister Centre Residence and the University of Alberta North Campus
5. Meet new friends from other schools or communities
6. Win great prizes!

With over 200 undergraduate programs, 450 student groups, and a number of activities and services on campus, there is so much for you to discover at the University of Alberta.

TIME: 10:00 – 3:00.    REGISTRATION:  9:30.    LOCATION:  Maple Leaf Room, Lister Centre (116 St and 87 Ave, Edmonton, AB)

RSVP:  www.ualberta.ca/recruitmentevents

 

 

 

INDSPIRE DEADLINES

Application Deadline Fast Approaching:  MARCH 9TH, 2015

FOR THE INDSPIRE BURSARIES AND SCHOLARSHIPS!

Yes, there is still time for all you Post Secondary Students to submit your applications to Indspire for one of their many Bursaries and Scholarships.  ACT NOW!

 

_________________  The following is from the Indspire Website _____________________

Indigenous Education, Canada’s Future

About Indspire

Indspire is an Indigenous-led registered charity that invests in the education of Indigenous people for the long-term benefit of these individuals, their families and communities, and Canada.

Vision: Enriching Canada through Indigenous education and by inspiring achievement. Mission: In partnership with Indigenous, private and public sector stakeholders, Indspire educates, connects and invests in Indigenous people so they will achieve their highest potential.

Indspire is led by Indigenous people for Indigenous people. We serve First Nation, Inuit, and Métis students in remote communities and urban centres across Canada.

With the support of our funding partners, we disburse financial awards, deliver programs, and share resources with the goal of closing the gap in Indigenous education.

The K-12 Indspire Institute is a virtual resource centre that serves educators, communities, and other stakeholders who are committed to improving kindergarten to grade 12 success for Indigenous youth.

We are the largest funder of Indigenous education outside the federal government: to date, Indspire has disbursed almost $65 million through close to 20,000 bursaries and scholarships to Indigenous students.

Each year, we present the Indspire Awards, a nationally broadcast, gala celebration of the successes achieved by Indigenous people.

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PLEASE HEAD ON OVER TO THEIR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THEIR BURSARIES & SCHOLARSHIPS, APPLICATION FORMS AND GENERAL INFORMATION: Indsipre

 

 

EDUCATION AUTHORITY ROUND DANCE 2015

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2015

This Round Dance is to honor all 2013 – 2014 graduates from the Post Secondary, Human Resource Centre, Reinvestments & Cultural Education programs.  This is our 16th Biennial Education Round Dance and will be held at the Saddle Lake Cree Nation’s Ayiwakes Cultural Centre.  Post Secondary will also be awarding the recipients of the awards for academic excellence in each the following levels:  Postgraduate, Undergraduate, Dipolma, Certificate and University College Entrance.  These will be based on academic performance for the most recent term only in either the Fall, Inter-session or Winter taken between January 1, 2013 and December 31, 2014.  To qualify, please ensure that your OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS are submitted to Betty Ann Cardinal, Post Secondary Student Advisor, by January 16, 2015.  Transcripts can be faxed to 780-726-4069, dropped off at the Education Authority Office or email scanned to bettyanncardinal@saddlelake.ca.

You and your families are welcome to participate in the honor dances and giveaways that are planned during the evening.  We ask that graduates arrive at approximately 5:00pm to register if you want to take part in the pipe ceremony.  We look forward to your participation and if you have any questions or concerns, please call our office at 1-800-668-0243 (Toll Free) or direct line at 780-726-7609.