This report was written by the Minister's National Working Group on Education as commissioned by the Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development Canada

"We (the Minister's National Working Group on Education) believe that strong cultural identity and equally strong individual academic performance will create First Nations citizens who walk with ease and confidence in two worlds."

- Final report of Minister's National Working Group on Education, Introduction p.1

Transmittal Letter
Introduction
Background
Some Successes
The Vision
Quality in First Nations Education
The Role of INAC
The Role of the Provinces and Territories
Conclusion
Summary of Recommendations
Annex 1 - List of MNWGE Members
Annex 2 - Reports Commissioned by the MNWGE
Annex 3 - MNWGE Terms of Reference

Our Children - Keepers of the Sacred Knowledge Final Report of the Minister's National Working Group on Education (PDF 782 Kb) in PDF format.

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