Ta7lnew̓ás
Education
Advocacy, Support & Assessment
Manager: Cherie Baker
Phone: 604-982-7600
Email: SN_ASA@squamish.net
Education is an inherent right; it is lifelong and holistic. Education is central to our growth as a prosperous, healthy and self-governing Nation.
Program staff work to inform students, parents, guardians, and membership of the K-12 education services and supports available through Ta7lnew̓ás. The Nation believes that by formalizing policies, all individuals interacting with the department will be treated in a way that reflects our commitment to excellence based on the following principles:
- Enhance the educational outcomes for students
- Support students with learning disabilities or special needs
- Promote the overall well-being of students
- Ensure fairness, equality, and transparency
High School Advocate (10-12): TJ Nahanee
Email: Toni_Nahanee@squamish.net
Middle School Advocate (5-9): Angela Mawbey
Email: Angela_Mawbey@squamish.net
Elementary Advocate (K-4): Yvonne Brekke
Email: Yvonne_Brekke@squamish.net
Inclusive Education Advocate: Catherine Wairimu
Email: Catherine_Wairimu@squamish.net
Funding for post-secondary education is available to qualified applicants. See application forms below.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students to offset educational costs:
Contact the coordinator at post-sec@squamish.net for assistance applying to these scholarships and others.
Danielle Baker
Email: Danielle_Baker@squamish.net
Courtney Copoc
Email: Courtney_Copoc@squamish.net
Post Secondary Forms & Policies
Nation Updates
Letter from Nexwsxwníw̓ntm ta Úxwumixw | Update on Squamish Nation Distribution Program
To the Squamish People, The Squamish Nation Council is pleased to announce approval for a special payment, again this year, ahead of the holidays.
Our Children Our Way Society Welcomes New Ruling from the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal, Demands Immediate Action from Canada on Jordan’s Principle
The Our Children Our Way Society is applauding the latest ruling from the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal (CHRT) which reinforces the obligation of the Government of Canada to eliminate its systemic discrimination against First Nations children.