Departments and programs
Education
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The Kitsumkalum Education Department is committed to helping Kitsumkalum members achieve their educational goals and aspirations through the delivery of quality educational programs and services
Programs & Services offered
This program provides funds to support Kitsumkalum registered academic-stream College and University students. Applications are available from Kitsumkalum Education Department or can be downloaded here.
Applications to start Post Secondary in September must be submitted by May 20th of same year or earlier. This allows for additional funding requests to INAC if required.
INAC funding is limited to 14 students, submit your application early.
If you are thinking about going back to school contact the Education Department to start planning, applications and paper work may take time.
This program provides funds to support Kitsumkalum registered academic-stream College and University students.
Student Eligibility:
- Must be a REGISTERED Kitsumkalum member
- Must have acceptance letter from an eligible program at an eligible institution – Thinking of taking up a Trade? Click here
- Must report academic standing – supports can be advised if tutoring is required
- Must complete application for funding
BC Ministry of Education link for eligible schools.
Eligible programs must meet the following criteria:
- Be at least one academic year in length (as per institute standards)
- lead to a degree, certificate or University College Entrance Preparatory (UCEP) program
Please note: If you are thinking of going to post-secondary, contact us immediately, as funds are distributed from INAC (Indigenous & Northern Affairs Canada) based on previous year reporting. The Education Departments requests funds from INAC based on requests received by membership.
Kitsumkalum’s Education Department Post-Secondary Appeal Process
In the event a post-secondary applicant wishes to appeal a decision made by the Education Department, please contact the Kitsumkalum Band Manager with a written appeal within 30 days of the department’s decision by email, mail, or drop-off.
Mail to: Kitsumkalum Band Manager, PO Box 544, Terrace, BC V8G 4B5 or call: 250-635-6177 for more assistance.
NAGK MISSION: Kitsumkalum Band Council supports all learners in a variety of communities and from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
Through teamwork and the building of positive relationships we create a fair, respectful and nurturing environment.
We enable students to experience success, to maximize their potential as educated citizens, and to contribute to a changing society.
Links & Resources
K-12 School Supply and Incentive Funding
>> K-12 School Supply and Incentive Funding Form
Post Secondary Application:
>> Kitsumkalum Post Secondary Application & Checklist
Trades Funding Applications
>> Tricorp Trades Funding Applications & Links
>> >> PGNAETA (Prince George Nechako Aboriginal Employment and Training Association)
Scholarships, Bursary and Resource Links
>> New Relationship Trust Scholarships and Bursaries
>> Indspire Bursaries & Scholarships
News/Updates
Education, youth & family related posts
Kitsumkalum Treaty Office: Community Meeting on Land Chapters
by Health Reception | Mar 23, 2023 | Public Notice, Lands Department, Events, Treaty, Community Meetings, Youth, Elders, Community Notice
Wednesday, April 12th 2023 at 5pm in the Terrace Sportsplex Banquet Room, Dinner to follow at 5:15pm The Kitsumkalum Treaty Office is hosting a Community Meeting on Land Chapters on Wednesday, April 12th 2023 from 5pm-8pm at the Terrace Sportsplex in the banquet room...
Strictly Flagging Training Agency: Traffic Control Course-Terrace BC March Dates
by Health Reception | Mar 20, 2023 | Workshop, News, Jobs & Opportunities, Youth, Elders, Kitsumkalum Training & Education, Community Notice, Public Notice
2 day Traffic Control Course at the Terrace Sportsplex 2 day Traffic Control Course with Strictly Flagging Training AgencyTerrace Sportsplex (upstairs) 3320 Kalum Street.March 22-23 2023 from 8:30am-4:30pm$350.00+GST=$367.50To book a seat:Call: 250-638-8888Email:...
Kitsumkalum Health Centre Walking Group
by Health Reception | Mar 17, 2023 | Public Notice, News, Events, Youth, Elders, Community Notice
Thursday, March 23 2023 at 2:30pm Meet at the Kitsumkalum Health Centre to join in on the annual walking group every Thursday!
Call for Indigenous Youths to Participate in a Summit on Coastal Marine Management in B.C.
by Health Reception | Feb 24, 2023 | Downloads, Youth, Public Notice, Jobs & Opportunities, Events, Marine Use Planning
Deadline to apply: February 23, 2023 (EXTENDED) Are you an Indigenous youth between the ages of 18-30? Do you have a connection to a coastal community in B.C.? Are you passionate about the health and stewardship of marine ecosystems? Do you want to have a voice in...
Job Posting: Special Education Assistant
by Health Reception | Dec 2, 2022 | Public Notice, 'Na Aksa Gyilak'yoo School, Jobs & Opportunities, Education, Opportunity
Job Posting: Special Education AssistantJob Type: Full time – 8 hours per dayStart Date: ImmediatelyPosted: November 30, 2022Application Deadline: When Position is Filled 'Na Aksa Gyilak'yoo School is seeking to fill an Education Assistant working one-on-one with...
Job Posting: Education Assistant
by Health Reception | Dec 2, 2022 | Public Notice, 'Na Aksa Gyilak'yoo School, News, Jobs & Opportunities
Job Posting: Education Assistant Job Type: Full time – 8 hours per dayStart Date: ImmediatelyPosted: November 30, 2022Application Deadline: When Position is Filled 'Na Aksa Gyilak'yoo School is seeking to fill two Education Assistants positions. NAGK is a member of...
The 2023 Prime Minister’s Awards competition is open!
by KKCommunications | Oct 7, 2022 | News, Education
Prime Minister's Awards recipients are some of the best educators in the country. Award recipients say winning the award changes their life and is the biggest honour of their career. Please consider nominating an educator for the 2023 Prime Minister's Awards.
2022-2023 NAGK School Calendar
by KKCommunications | Sep 1, 2022 | News, Students, Calendar, 'Na Aksa Gyilak'yoo School
Download the calendar here.
Culture Week at Kasiks
by KKCommunications | Aug 18, 2022 | News, Events, Heritage, Culture, Youth
Youth ages 9-19 are invited to Culture Week at Kasiks from August 22nd to 26th. Parents are welcome to join as well. Come out for language learning, medicine gathering, paddle painting, fry bread and more! Please RSVP with Emily Bryant at ebryant(at)nifcs(d0t)org,...
Introduction to Computers
by KKCommunications | Aug 18, 2022 | News, Education, Kitsumkalum Training & Education
Get an introduction to computer fundamentals online for Indigenous students. Contact Kitsumkalum Employment and Training for more information or help registering: 250-638-6204, kitsumkalum(at)contactnorthbc(dot)ca
Tuesday Night Splash Park at the Ball Field July 26
by KKCommunications | Jul 26, 2022 | News, Events, Economic Development, Youth, Community Notice, Family, Community, Entertainment, Emergency Programs Coordinator
Youth Empowered Speakers Program FPCC
by KKCommunications | Jun 30, 2022 | Students, News, Education
Application Deadline:2022/07/11 Grant Amount:Up to $29,550 Project Term:August 1, 2022 - April 30, 2023 "Investing in our next generation of language leaders with a program that combines mentor-apprentice learning and funding for post-secondary education. Are you a...
Youth On Water Rafting Program
by KKCommunications | Jun 24, 2022 | News, Events, Downloads, Youth
Download the 2022 YOW Application form here.
Kitsumkalum Graduates of 2022
by KKCommunications | Jun 24, 2022 | Community, News Feed, Graduates, News, Youth, Family, Students
Congratulations to this year's Kitsumkalum Graduates! Ham Waan! Aam dzapsm. Keep it up! You did well.
School District 82 – Bus Service Registration Form
by KKCommunications | Jun 23, 2022 | Education, Urgent, Public Notice, Students, News Feed, News
School District 82 is asking that all students who plan to use the bus for the 2022-2023 school year please fill out and submit a Bus Service Registration Form. You can submit your forms to the school office. PDF - Bus Service Registration Form Word - Bus Service...
Kitsumkalum Summer Work Experience Opportunity
by KKCommunications | Jun 23, 2022 | News, Jobs & Opportunities, Education, Students
Are you from Kitsumkalum and looking for summer work? Our Education Dept. has six (6) Summer Work Experience positions, full-time for 3 weeks. You must be between 15-30 years old (in 2022) and You must have plans to return to school or an education program in the Fall...
Human Service Worker Certificate
by KKCommunications | Jun 10, 2022 | Kitsumkalum Training & Education, Students, News Feed, Online, News, Education, Training Opportunities
Contact North B.C. ONLINE Human Service Worker | College of the Rockies (COTR) Start: September 6, 2022Length: 10 months to 3 yearsDelivery: Online or Blended For further information or help to register, contact us today: Kitsumkalum Online Learning Centre #203-4546...
Kitsumkalum Graduates of 2022
by KKCommunications | Jun 9, 2022 | News, Education, Students, Community, News Feed, Graduates
Indigenous Scholarship In Video Games
by KKCommunications | May 31, 2022 | News, Youth, Students, News Feed
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Occupational Health and Safety Online Certificate
by KKCommunications | May 26, 2022 | Education, Training Opportunities, Opportunity, Online, News
Obtain an Occupational Health & Safety online certificate. Contact Kitsumkalum Employment & Training for more information: T: 250-638-6204 E: kitsumkalum(at)contactnorthbc(d0t)ca
2022 OWL Program
by KKCommunications | May 26, 2022 | News, Training Opportunities, Youth, Opportunity
"The Opening My World of Learning (OWL) applications have been extended as there are still some spots left for Indigenous High-School graduates within BC to apply!" Have you heard of the OWL program? Indigenous high-school graduates will receive a fully-funded trip to...
Tuesday Craft Night in Kitsumkalum
by KKCommunications | May 4, 2022 | Art, Family, News, Students, Events, Community, News Feed, Health, Culture, Youth, Elders, Community Notice, Opportunity
Every Tuesday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm you're invited to join Kitsumkalum Craft Night at the Health Centre!
BC FN Forestry Council Indigenous Forestry Scholarship Program
by KKCommunications | Apr 25, 2022 | Training Opportunities, Downloads, News, Education
BC Wildfire Service application Part A Part B Part CIndigenous Forestry Trades Program Heavy Equipment Technician Apprenticeship Application: Part A Part B Part C
New School Ground-Breaking Ceremony April 20th
by KKCommunications | Apr 14, 2022 | News, Events, 'Na Aksa Gyilak'yoo School
Get Certified As An Environmental Monitor
by KKCommunications | Apr 14, 2022 | Kitsumkalum Training & Education, News Feed, Online, News, Education, Training Opportunities
Get certified as an Environmental Monitor. Get your degree, diploma or certificate or upgrade your skills online without leaving your community. Call 1-250-638-6204 or email kitsumkalum(at)contactnorthbc(dot)ca for inquiries or help to register.
Indigenous Tourism Employment & Training Opportunity at Kasiks Wilderness Resort
by KKB | Apr 11, 2022 | News, Jobs & Opportunities, Youth, Kitsumkalum Training & Education, Opportunity
Explore an exciting career opportunity in tourism and hospitality with Kitsumkalum. Kasiks Wilderness Resort is located 60kms west of Terrace along the spectacularly beautiful Skeena River. We’re looking for team players who will contribute enthusiastically to this...
Reclaiming My Language INFO Session FPCC
by KKCommunications | Apr 6, 2022 | News, Online, Events, Education, Language, Heritage, Culture, Elders, Opportunity, News Feed, Workshop
Click here to visit First Peoples' Cultural Council website for more information on "Reclaiming My Language. A Course for Silent Speakers"
Future Ground Prize – David Suzuki Foundation
by KKCommunications | Mar 30, 2022 | News, Youth, Contest, Prizes
Grand Prize (jury): Win $5,000 offered by the Desjardins Group; an invitation to attend our virtual event on June 22where finalists will present their projects toDavid Suzuki and the public; a private online meeting with David Suzuki andSevern Cullis-Suzuki; a...
Ha’li Xswüłeexsga Ksłüülsk – Pink Shirt Day
by KKCommunications | Feb 22, 2022 | Opportunity, Public Notice, Community, News, News Feed, Events, Pink Shirt Day, Culture, Youth, Elders, Community Notice, Gila Kyew Nluuk Headstart & Daycare
On Wednesday, February 23rd Kitsumkalum will be wearing pink to support Ha’li Xswüłeexsga Ksłüülsk - Pink Shirt Day - a day to bring awareness to the issue of bullying in schools, workplaces and online. Ḵ’a̱mg̱oodn - Be kind
NAGK BUS DRIVER – Job Opportunity
by KKCommunications | Feb 10, 2022 | Jobs & Opportunities, 'Na Aksa Gyilak'yoo School, News
Position: 640 Bus Driver, NAGK School Under direction of the Principal or designate, the bus driver shall operate a school bus to transport students in accordance with the School Policy and BC transportation law for school bus operators. DUTIES All drivers must wear...
NAGK Pro D Day JAN 28
by KKCommunications | Jan 25, 2022 | News, 'Na Aksa Gyilak'yoo School
'Na Aksa Gyila̱k'yoo School will be closed to students on Friday, January 28th, 2022 for Professional Development Day.
Learn to Ski/Snowboard
by KKCommunications | Jan 6, 2022 | Community Notice, Opportunity, Students, Community, News Feed, Workshop, Sports, News, Health, Youth
Ama Sah! Kitsumkalum is running another Ski/Board Club for 2022 starting next week! We have space for two age groups and 3 visits each (alternating groups every Saturday - STARTING NEXT SATURDAY 🥳) Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions! Click here to...
Youth Ages 18-30 Training & Employment Opportunity: Park Rangers – Across BC!
by KKB | Dec 14, 2021 | Jobs & Opportunities, Youth
48 STUDENT RANGER POSITIONS are available across 12 CREW LOCATIONSthis season. Each crew will consist of one crew lead and three crew members. With additional crewsstill being considered in Dease Lake, Fort Nelson, Hagensborg, Mount Robson, and Port Renfrew....
Kitsumkalum Family Skate DEC 19
by KKCommunications | Dec 8, 2021 | Community, NIFCS, Entertainment, News, Events, Youth, Community Notice, Family
Drive-In Fireworks Show for Halloween
by KKCommunications | Oct 28, 2021 | Halloween, Volunteer, Family, Community, Entertainment, News, Events, Events Committee, Youth
Halloween Safety Tips
by KKCommunications | Oct 22, 2021 | News, Health, Youth, Halloween, Family
NFPA website
Circles Opportunity for Indigenous Youth
by KKCommunications | Oct 19, 2021 | News, Health, Youth, Students, NIFCS
Hey Indigenous Youth! Come join us for a series of meaningful conversations in Circles! This will be led by a small team of Indigenous Youth Leaders as part of Algya̱ga K’üülm G̱oot which means ‘to speak from one heart’. Where: Terrace Art Gallery (basement of the...
Approval Granted for Construction of New School in Kitsumkalum
by KKCommunications | Sep 21, 2021 | News, 'Na Aksa Gyilak'yoo School
September 21, 2021Indigenous Services Canada has granted final approval for the construction funding for the new ‘Na Aksa Gyilak’yoo School. Final approval was granted by Senior Assistant Deputy Minister Joanne Wilkinson at the Indigenous Services Canada head office...
Youth Empowerment Camp
by KKCommunications | Jul 20, 2021 | News, Youth, NIFCS
To REGISTER, simply scan the QR code on the poster with your phone camera, OR click on this URL: shorturl.at/jtLZ9 Once we receive your online registration we will visit or send you the full registration package with additional approvals and parental/guardian...
Job Posting: School Principal
by KKB | Jul 11, 2021 | Jobs & Opportunities, 'Na Aksa Gyilak'yoo School
Job Posting: School Principal Kitsumkalum ‘Na Aksa Gyilak’yoo School The Kitsumkalum Indian Band is seeking a School Principal for the band’s ‘Na Aksa Gyilak’yoo K – 12, multi-grade classroom, school. Na Aksa Gyilak’yoo School is certified and accredited by both the...
Kitsumkalum 2021 Graduates
by KKCommunications | Jun 10, 2021 | Education, Community Notice
Submit your photo and information to fcampbell (at) kitsumkalum (dot) com by WED. June 23rd at 12 Noon. ***NEW DATE***
Attitude of Gratitude Art Contest with NIFCS
by KKCommunications | Apr 1, 2021 | NIFCS, Youth
Kitsumkalum Easter Colouring Contest
by KKCommunications | Mar 29, 2021 | Youth, Family, Events Committee
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NIFCS Child and Youth Support Needs Coordinator
by KKCommunications | Mar 12, 2021 | Youth, Public Notice, NIFCS
NIFCS Child and Youth Clinician
by KKCommunications | Mar 12, 2021 | NIFCS, Youth, Public Notice
Youth Employment Skills Strategy – Tricorp
by KKCommunications | Mar 11, 2021 | Jobs & Opportunities, Youth, Kitsumkalum Training & Education
Help available for young adults who have transitioned to adulthood from government care
by KKB | Mar 10, 2021 | Community, News, Band Membership, Youth, Community Notice, Public Notice, Family
The Ministry of Children and Family Development recently announced the extension of the emergency measures allowing young adults from care over 19 to stay in their current living arrangements for an additional year. Now, we are offering to support some young adults...
FREE Environmental Monitoring Technician Training – Apply TODAY
by KKB | Mar 2, 2021 | News, Community, Jobs & Opportunities, News Feed, Education, Training Opportunities, Band Membership, Capacity Development, Fish & Wildlife, Community Notice, Opportunity
Environmental Monitoring Technician (EMT) Interested in an exciting career in the environment and restoration field ? The Natural Resources Training Group (NRTG) and BC Oil & Gas Commission (BCOGC) are pleased to announce a leading-edge Environmental Monitoring...
Kalum News Video Update Feb. 19, 2021
by KKB | Feb 19, 2021 | Elders, Community Notice, Opportunity, Public Notice, Contest, Family, Community, News, Newsletter, News Feed, Band Membership, Youth
Join the Tea & Book Reading on Zoom: ‘Wii Amap’asm Hana’ax Sleeping Beauty Mountain
by KKB | Feb 17, 2021 | Community Notice, News, Opportunity, Events, Family, Education, Community, Band Membership, Books, Language, Community Meetings, Culture, Youth, Elders
Join us for an Online Tea Party & Book Reading of ‘Wii Amap’asm Hana’ax: Sleeping Beauty Mountain. Fully translated Sm'algyax and English book by the late respected Kitsumkalum Elder Mildred Roberts. February 21, 2021, Sunday Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Join us on...
Contact Info
Kitsumkalum Education Department
| 250-635-6177 ext. 104
NAGK Principal
| 250-615-2844