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Yellowhead Tribal College

February 2023

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We wish you a warm winter season and a great start to the new year!

We are delighted to have you among us. Yellowhead Tribal College would like to extend our warmest welcome and good wishes


If you are interested in learning more about Yellowhead Tribal College, please visit our website and social media pages for more information. Please feel free to also call us at 780-484-0303. We are happy to answer any inquiries you may have, looking forward to hearing from you!

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YTC's Statements of Vision, Mission, and Mandate

Our Vision

Visionary Leaders in First Nations Education.


Our Mission

To achieve academic excellence and student success by providing culturally foundational academic programs and services.


Our Mandate

To promote and protect our First Nations traditions, culture, and language to meet the needs of our students, our communities, and our future.

Email: admissions@ytced.ca
Website: https://ytced.ab.ca/
Location: Yellowhead Tribal College, 10045 156 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB T5P 2P7, Canada
Phone: 780-484-0303
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YTCollege

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Programs and Courses

We offer accredited programs that provide you with the skills and credentials needed to achieve your career goals, or continue your educational journey. At YTC, students are provided with a unique educational experience as they gain knowledge through Indigenous teaching methods.

https://ytced.ab.ca/programs-courses/

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How to apply

If you are applying for a program or course, you can apply online, in person or by mail. https://ytced.ab.ca/admissions/how-apply/

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The 5 Love Languages

When we feel disconnected from the people we care about, life is a lonely place. The 5 Love Languages is a simple and effective way to strengthen your connections, so you can experience greater joy and harmony in all of your relationships.

https://www.seniainternational.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Love-Languages.pdf

February Plans

This month of February we want to encourage our Students, Staff, Elders and Friends of YTC to practice Love. There are many forms of love (Self- love, love one another, building relationships, friendships, making connections, support, kindness, etc)


YTC is planning upcoming activities for you to enjoy, please join us if you can, take advantage of our student support services while attending the college. We hope to see you!


Here are a few fun links and articles to check out:


Check out this link for 150 Self love quotes to encourage and inspire yourself


https://declutterthemind.com/blog/self-love-quotes/


Learn more about the The Five Love languages


https://5lovelanguages.com/learn


Love Language Quiz link


https://5lovelanguages.com/quizzes

Message from our Interim President Dr. Tracey Poitras Collins

Tansi, Ahneen, Aba Washded,


Mother Earth has given us a reminder that we are still in the middle of winter as we enter into February on a very cold day. My role as president has taught me a lot about the requirements to deliver quality programs as we support you in your academic journey. The winter semester has begun and the college staff are working hard to put into place the supports that you need to be successful. I want to encourage everyone to make time to work on your assignments, to exercise, and pray.

We will be providing wellness sessions for students and staff; these sessions will include healthy eating, exercise, ribbon skirt making and more activities as we proceed with the winter session. We will also have writing, research, and other skill workshops for you.

Part of my role is to ensure we have the supports in place for you to ensure graduation from your program. Best wishes for a successful winter term.


Until next month,


Interim President Poitras-Collins

- Upcoming Events -

You are welcome to join Yoga Classes

Starting: February 7th, 2023

Who: All YTC Students and Staff

When: Every Tuesday & Thursday

Where: Room 271 on the 2nd floor in the college

Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm

What to bring: Your own water bottle & dress comfortably, we will supply the yoga mats.

Instructor name: Nicole Oort

Monthly Elders Schedule

Our Elders are accessible to our students and staff on a daily basis to provide guidance and support, please connect with us.


Ribbon skirt making with Diane Beaverbones will be starting on February 28, 2023 in the Elder's Room. Please sign up with ryan.taje@ytced.ca

Event Information

Student Wellness Day

Students will be provided the opportunity to attend a presentation on nutrition and healthy eating, beginner yoga for relaxation, and painting for mental wellness.

When?

Friday, Feb 10, 2023, 09:00 AM

Where?

Yellowhead Tribal College, 156 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB, Canada

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Staff Wellness Day

On February 17th, Ryan will be running the staff wellness day. Activities will include a nutrition presentation, a workshop based around nutrition facts label reading and comparing foods, more painting for mental wellness, and another yoga session to finish the day off.

When?

Friday, Feb 17, 2023, 09:00 AM

Where?

Yellowhead Tribal College, 156 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB, Canada

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Happy Valentines Day Candy Grams

On Tuesday February 14th, 2023. You have the opportunity to buy a candy gram for a friend, partner, colleague, child, or just someone you appreciate or would like to thank.


$5.00 will buy you a single red rose, valentines card to write a personal message and candies. Please see Sharise Rosteski in office 263 or email sharise.rosteski@ytced.ca


All proceeds go to Student and Elder initiatives, thank you for your support.

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101 Best Random Acts of Kindness Ideas

We encourage you to practice random acts of kindness this month as Wednesday, February 22, 2023 is Anti-Bullying Day.


https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/acts-of-kindness/

Check out our YTC Dietician facebook page for great information on Nutrition

Like and follow on facebook

https://www.facebook.com/YTCDietitian/
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Message from the Library

Library Services : Winter 2023

It's so good to see new and returning students this term. I hope you have a successful winter semester.

Library Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Phone: (780) 784-7835
Email: library@ytced.ca

Online Help Guides

For answers to common questions, check out these online guides:

Library Help: https://ytced.libguides.com/libraryhelp

IT Help: https://ytced.libguides.com/IThelp


Microsoft Office Suite
You can sign up for Microsoft Office for free using your ytced.ca email using this link: Office 365 Students

Library Databases
A list of our online resources can be found here: Library Database List
Some databases require a password. Please contact Library staff for more information.

Student ID Card

  • If you are a new student who has not yet received a Student ID card, please drop by the Library anytime to have your photo taken.
  • For any other questions related to Student IDs please email studentid@ytced.ca
I am here to help you succeed in your studies, feel free to reach out to me anytime.



Nicole

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Message from Department Head of General Studies and Management Programs

It feels like we were just getting ready for the holiday break, and now here we are in February! Congrats to all of those who've pushed through the Fall term finals and the cold snaps, and are still pushing on. With Valentine's Day and the Reading Week break to look forward to, February is always a nice quick month, and the rest of the academic year flies from there. If you need anything along the way, reach out to me, your instructors, or Tiffany, our programs assistant. If you don't need anything in particular, I'm always good for a quick visit and a coffee. See you soon!


Trevor Duplessis

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Message from our Elders

Please come and see us in the Elder's room, we are here to support you. Our calendar is posted every month, thank you

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Message from Department Head of Social Work


The Social Work Department Diploma and Degree students have begun the final term of their 2 year programs. We are exceptionally proud of all our students who have made it this far and who are months away from success. Three rules to be successful in any academic setting are 1. Go to Class; 2. Complete all the readings; 3 Complete your assignments; and 4. Reach out for support when needed. If you adhere to these simple rules, you will always be successful!


Shawn Miere

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Message from our Student Support Coordinator

Student services is here to provide a number of support options to students throughout their academic career. Support for students regarding funding, mental health services, and more are available. Should you find yourself in need of support, student services is here to help. You can find us in the library, office number 308G. We look forward to working with you. You can also email ryan.taje@ytced.ca for more information.
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Message from our Learning Strategist


Yellowhead Tribal College promotes student support by teaching various success strategies and learning methods for student achievement. We want to encourage our students to connect with us to benefit by adding more tools to their academic tool kit. I can help provide insight and understanding in areas students may find challenging. It is important to remember all students can learn how to learn, we can work together to create a learning plan and tailor strategies that will be of best fit.


Some areas of challenge that I can help with include:


  • Planning and organization;
  • Studying and note taking;
  • Test prep/test anxiety;
  • Motivation and time management;
  • Goal setting;
  • Reading and writing; and,
  • Accepting help, etc.
Strategies for Academic Success

Thank you, Ay-hay, Ish-Nish, Mii'gwetch

Preparation and dedication are key to achieving success. Have them both, and you will reach your goals. Best of luck to you!


You are getting closer to your dreams each day. Keep up the hard work, and you will get the best results. I wish you a great future because you deserve it.

Indigenous Languages Month


What is Indigenous Languages Month?

February is Indigenous Languages Month. This is a month to celebrate the diverse Indigenous languages in the Northwest Territories (NWT) and to encourage everyone to learn about and use them with pride.

To reverse the loss of language and culture and to keep Indigenous languages alive and thriving, they need to be spoken in homes, and communities so that intergenerational transmission can be restored. During this month take time to learn about the Indigenous languages of the NWT and how you can ensure their survival.

Learning about Indigenous languages is a step forward that each Canadian can take on the path to reconciliation and reclamation. Taking part in Indigenous Languages Month is one way to ensure NWT’s official Indigenous languages flourish for generations to come.

What led to the creation of Indigenous Languages Month?

National Aboriginal Languages Day (now National Indigenous Languages Day) was created by Assembly of First Nations (AFN) in 1989 to create awareness across Canada of the languages of the First Peoples, and to build support for their preservation.

National Aboriginal Languages Day was first celebrated on March 31, 1993. Since then, this day celebrates and encourages Indigenous language speakers, elders, knowledge keepers and youth across the country to live and learn in their mother tongue.

In 1993, Betty Harnum, the first Languages Commissioner of the NWT, on the recommendation of NWT residents, asked the AFN to devote more than one day to celebrate the importance of language and culture in our lives. The AFN agreed and declared the entire month of March as Aboriginal Languages Month.

In 2018, based on recommendation of the official language boards, February was declared the new Indigenous Languages Month in the NWT.


Source: https://www.ece.gov.nt.ca