Gakino’amaage: Teach For Canada

Students from Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug’s Aglace Chapman Education Centre go ice fishing together.

President of Gakino’amaage, Deanna Matthews, takes part in a traditional hide tanning workshop during the 2025 Summer Enrichment Program, which featured Indigenous language and land-based learning to prepare educators heading North.

Gakino’amaage’s Advisory Council, made up of representatives from 32 First Nations across six treaty territories, guides the organization’s work to ensure it remains Indigenous-led.

As Gakino’amaage marks their 10th year, they honour Tammy and Bernard Nelson, who have guided their Summer Enrichment Program as Elders‑in‑Residence since its beginning in 2015.

During the 2025 Summer Enrichment Program, Gakino’amaage welcomed 33 outstanding teachers — 27 of whom completed a blended preparation model with both in‑person and asynchronous online learning.

At the 2025 Advisory Council meeting, an Elder shares a traditional basket‑weaving activity with Gakino’amaage staff and Community Partners.

During a community visit to Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, students welcomed Gakino’amaage Teacher Development Manager Brittany and took part in land‑based learning together.