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Chasing Paper: Forms over Function in First Nation Administration

Currently, it is required that First Nations report on several criteria after securing financing such as grants, contributions, subsidies and loan guarantees from the federal government. This can include providing financial reports, tracking program outcomes or meeting specific indicators in the guideline or funding contracts outlined by the respective government department or funding agency (FedDev Ontario 2018). This reporting takes time and resources.

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Connecting the Dots: Lessons from the International & Community Matchmaker Northwest Pilot

International students, temporary visa holders, francophones, rural communities, and those residing outside of Canada are a huge pool of potential new residents but are underserved by existing programs. This is the key finding of Northern Policy Institute’s recently completed Northwestern Ontario International and Community Matchmaker project (ICM).

The summative evaluation of the project, Connecting the Dots: Lessons from the International & Community Matchmaker Northwest Pilot, examines the success and challenges of the 2018-2020 ICM project in Northwestern Ontario.

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January/February Business Impact Survey Results

COVID-19 has been felt all around the world, and Northern Ontario is no exception. As such, it’s important to understand how COVID-19 has impacted our local economies. With this in mind, a survey targeted at businesses was developed in partnership by Northern Policy Institute, North Superior Workforce Planning Board, Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce, and Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission.

The results gathered from these surveys can be used by community partners and government to continue responding appropriately to COVID-19. The survey will be provided to businesses in the City and District of Thunder Bay over the next few months.

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