Education

The Paqtnkek Education Department plays a significant role in our community. Our children attend local elementary, middle and high schools in Antigonish and Monastery. We also offer on-reserve programs for K-4 students and an Early Years daycare.

We have developed close relationships with the Strait Regional Centre for Education. Our mutual goal is to ensure that First Nations students benefit fully from their educational opportunities.

We thank parents, teachers and support staff for encouraging a holistic approach to education that respects Mi’kmaw history and culture.

Our most recent accomplishment is a new Alternate Education program for Mi’kmaw students attending high school. This is a unique way to further support students with more culturally-appropriate learning opportunities in a classroom right here in our community as well as in outdoor settings.

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Contact Information

  • Tanya Francis | Director
  • Phone: 902-386-2781
  • Fax: 902-386-2043
  • Paqtnkek Band Office
    7 Dillon Street
    Afton Station, NS
    B0A 1A0

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***NOTICE TO COMMUNITY***

Please be advised that Paqtnkek’s AGA, scheduled for Jan 29/30 has been been rescheduled. Date TBD
Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
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✨EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES✨

Paqtnkek is currently hiring
✔️ Part time Medical Transport Driver
✔️ Preschool Director
✔️ Clinical Social Worker
✔️ Certified Addictions Counsellor

For position descriptions and a full list of opportunities, visit:
www.paqtnkek.ca/employment-opportunities/
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✨EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES✨

Paqtnkek is currently hiring 
✔️ Part time Medical Transport Driver
✔️ Preschool Director
✔️ Clinical Social Worker
✔️ Certified Addictions Counsellor

For position descriptions and a full list of opportunities, visit:
https://www.paqtnkek.ca/employment-opportunities/

2 CommentsComment on Facebook

Can I get hired on #4 lol 😎

Francis Doucette ?

Please welcome Shawnee Sylliboy, our new Education Director for Paqtnkek Mi'kmaw Nation!

"My name is Shawnee Sylliboy and I am originally from Sipekne’katik First Nation. I am the proud mother of four and have worked in education and training for over 14 years, both in communities throughout Mi’kma’ki and within the Post-Secondary education system.

Education truly is one of my greatest passions, as I understand and appreciate the power it holds to open the doors of possibility.

I am grateful for this exciting opportunity to support your beautiful community with their educational goals and aspirations, and I look forward to working with and for all of you going forward.

If you have any questions or concerns at any time, please do not hesitate to contact me at (shawnee.sylliboy@paqtnkek.ca), or by phone at 902-600-2440."
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Please welcome Shawnee Sylliboy, our new Education Director for Paqtnkek Mikmaw Nation!

My name is Shawnee Sylliboy and I am originally from Sipekne’katik First Nation. I am the proud mother of four and have worked in education and training for over 14 years, both in communities throughout Mi’kma’ki and within the Post-Secondary education system.

Education truly is one of my greatest passions, as I understand and appreciate the power it holds to open the doors of possibility.

I am grateful for this exciting opportunity to support your beautiful community with their educational goals and aspirations, and I look forward to working with and for all of you going forward.

If you have any questions or concerns at any time, please do not hesitate to contact me at (shawnee.sylliboy@paqtnkek.ca), or by phone at 902-600-2440.

4 CommentsComment on Facebook

You should have given Tanya's her job back....

Congrats

Yay

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