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# First Peoples Development Inc. (FPDI)

An administrative Organization for the ISETS program.

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://fpdinc.ca/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Pages

- [Home](https://fpdinc.ca/) - An administrative Organization for the ISETS program.
- [FPDI Cafe](https://fpdinc.ca/about/fpdi-cafe/) - Click here to view the new Summer Menu! Things Are Heating Up! We’re serving up a brand-new summer menu packed with fresh flavours, smoky favourites, and seasonal specials you won’t want to miss. Enjoy summer salads, refreshing smoothies, and more! We’ll be featuring different BBQ specials every Friday throughout the summer, starting June 5. We
- [Program Application](https://fpdinc.ca/programs/program-application/) - Date* MM slash DD slash YYYY Name in full* First Last Are you:* First Nation Metis Inuit Non-status Project of Interest* Preferred start date, if applicable: MM slash DD slash YYYY Have you applied for any of FPDI programs in the past? if so, which program:* Why are you interested in this program?* Indigenous Home
- [Job Board](https://fpdinc.ca/job-board/) - Employer Registration Employer Login Job Seeker Registration Job Seeker Login We're sorry but the search engine doesn't work properly without JavaScript enabled. Please enable it to continue. Powered by
- [Start your journey to employability with our Active Learning Centre.](https://fpdinc.ca/start-your-journey-to-employability-with-our-learning-pathway/) - Fill out the form below to make your application. FPDI Active Learning "*" indicates required fields First Name* Last Name* Phone* Email* Community* Select here...Berens River First NationBirdtail Sioux First NationBrokenhead Ojibway NationBuffalo Point First NationCanupawakpa Dakota NationChemawawin Cree NationDakota Plains First NationDakota Tipi First NationDauphin River First NationEbb & Flow First NationGambler First NationKeeseekoowenin
- [Robotics Workshop Registration](https://fpdinc.ca/robotics-information-2/) - Robotics Summer 2025 Workshops Name* Email* Phone* Number of Participants* Select Workshop Location* WinnipegThompson Message* CAPTCHA
- [Employer Information](https://fpdinc.ca/employer-information/)
- [Apprenticeship Support Project Information](https://fpdinc.ca/apprenticeship-support-project-information/)
- [Apprenticeship Support Project](https://fpdinc.ca/apprenticeship-support-project/)
- [Apprentice Information](https://fpdinc.ca/apprentice-information/)
- [Plumbing & PIPE Trades Course](https://fpdinc.ca/plumbing-program-course/) - Plumbing Program Interest Form Name* Email* Phone* Message* CAPTCHA
- [Construction Craft Worker (Labourer) Program](https://fpdinc.ca/construction-craft-worker-labourer-program/) - Construction Craft Worker Interest Form Name* Email* Phone* Message* CAPTCHA
- [Powerline Technician Training](https://fpdinc.ca/powerline-technician-training/) - Powerline Tech Interest Form Name* Email* Phone* Message* CAPTCHA
- [Heavy Equipment Operator Training](https://fpdinc.ca/heavy-equipment-operator-training/) - HEO Training Interest Form Name* Email* Phone* Message* CAPTCHA
- [Annual Operating Plan](https://fpdinc.ca/resources/annual-operating-plan/) - FPDI Annual Operating Plan The SAH's prepares an Annual Operating Plan (AOP) each fiscal year that identifies program activities they will undertake within the parameters of the annual allocation. The AOPs set out priorities and objectives and how those will contribute to achieving the program goals, milestones, results and performance measures. The FPDI AOP training
- [Privacy Policy](https://fpdinc.ca/privacy-policy/) - Last modified: March 9, 2021 1.1 INTRODUCTION First Peoples Development Inc. ("FPDI", "us" or "we") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it by complying with this Privacy Policy (the "Policy"). FPDI supports the development of capacity within First Nations, and assists in addressing training and employment barriers to increase First Nation members' (each,
- [Connect with us](https://fpdinc.ca/contact-us/) - Connect Name* Email* Phone* Message* CAPTCHA
- [Drone Information](https://fpdinc.ca/drone-information/) - Drone Information Name* First Nation/School/Organizaton* Email* Phone* Message* CAPTCHA
- [Robotics Information](https://fpdinc.ca/robotics-information/) - Robotics Information Name* Email* Phone* First Nation/School/Organizaton* Number of Participants* Message* CAPTCHA
- [Terms Of Use](https://fpdinc.ca/terms-of-use/) - IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ ALL OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY. 1. Acceptance of Terms By accessing and continuing to use the Site, you are indicating your acceptance to be bound by the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If you do not accept these terms and conditions, you must not access or
- [About Us](https://fpdinc.ca/about/) - FPDI works with 28 Sub-Agreement Holder's to build capacity to plan and invest in training activities based on their community priorities. Manitoba has the second highest Indigenous population in Canada and the ISET program provides funding for FPDI and the SAH's to work toward reducing the employment, skills and earning gaps of First Nations learners.
- [Our Organization](https://fpdinc.ca/about/organization/) - 2020 - 2022 BOARD OF DIRECTORS President Ethel Anderson Pinaymootang First Nation General Delivery Fairford, Manitoba R0C 0X0 Vice-President Darrell Shorting Little Saskatchewan First Nation P.O Box 98 Gypsumville, Manitoba R0C 1J0 Secretary Treasurer Leonard Linklator Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation 1 Actec Dr Nelson House, Manitoba R0B 1A0 Member Alana Cochrane Peguis First Nation P.O. Box
- [Contact Us](https://fpdinc.ca/contact/) - Winnipeg Sub Office 101-1355 Mountain AvenueWinnipeg, Manitoba, R2X 3B6 The FPDI office is located on the first floor of the Winnipeg Free Press Building, on the left as you enter. T: 204.987.9570F: 204.987.9589 Due to COVID-19, the FPDI office has a mandatory mask policy. Head Office Swan Lake First Nation 240 - 300 Alpine Way Headingly,
- [Accountability Resource Management System](https://fpdinc.ca/resources/arms/) - FPDI ACCOUNTABILITY RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FPDI utilizes the Accountability Resource Management System to track client data. ARMS is a web based system that allows users to manage client case files, interventions and results. FPDI assists the sub agreement holder's to manage their client information such as training and employment history, educational certification, apprenticeship levels and
- [AGMs & Reports](https://fpdinc.ca/about/agms-reports/) - Strategic Plan 2019 - 2029 DOWNLOAD
- [Programs & Initiatives](https://fpdinc.ca/programs/)
- [Career Resources](https://fpdinc.ca/resources/career-resources/) - SERVICE CANADA EXPLORE CAREERS SERVICE CANADA & INAC FEDERAL LINKS Indigenous Bursaries & Scholarships VISIT Funding: Skills Link Program VISIT ISETS VISIT First Nations & Inuit Summer Work Experience Program VISIT MANITOBA PROVINCIAL RESOURCES PROVINCIAL LINKS Employment Manitoba Centres VISIT Indigenous Education and Training Services VISIT Job Search Assistance VISIT Advanced Education & Literacy VISIT
- [Sub Agreement Holder Resources](https://fpdinc.ca/resources/) - FPDI GUIDES & FORMS Please login to view this content. SAH COMMUNITY MAP The map displays First Nation communities across Manitoba. Click on the community name to link to the ISET Employment and Training Coordinators and child care centers. VIEW MAP
- [Guides & Forms](https://fpdinc.ca/resources/)
- [Success Stories](https://fpdinc.ca/about/success-stories/)
- [SAH Login](https://fpdinc.ca/login/) - Username Password Remember? Lost password?
- [SAH Community Map & Contact](https://fpdinc.ca/resources/sah-community-map/) - SUB AGREEMENT HOLDERS For contact information, select a community + Berens River First Nation + Birdtail Sioux Dakota Nation + Brokenhead Ojibway Nation + Buffalo Point First Nation + Canupawakpa Dakota Nation + Chemawawin Cree Nation + Dakota Plains First Nation + Dakota Tipi First Nation + Dauphin River First Nation + Ebb & Flow
- [Lost Password](https://fpdinc.ca/login/lost-password/) - Username (or E-mail) Website
- [Profile](https://fpdinc.ca/profile/) - You need to be logged in to edit your profile Username Password Remember? Lost password?

## Programs

- [Construction Craft Worker Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/construction-craft-worker-program/)
- [Sprinkler Fitter Course](https://fpdinc.ca/program/sprinkler-fitter-course/)
- [Heavy Equipment Operator Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/heavy-equipment-operator-program/)
- [Painting and Decorating Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/painting-and-decorating-program/)
- [Line Cook Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/line-cook-program/)
- [Try-A-Trade Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/try-a-trade-program/)
- [Small Engine Maintenance Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/small-engine-maintenance-program/)
- [Millwright Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/millwright-training-program/)
- [Scaffolding Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/scaffolding-program/)
- [Bricklayer Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/bricklayer-program/)
- [Construction Electrician Pre-Employment Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/electrical-trades-course/)
- [Carpentry Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/carpentry-program/)
- [Plumbing Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/plumbing-program/)
- [Heavy Duty Technician Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/heavy-duty-technician-program/) - Stay tuned for Info Session dates! For more information or to register, please contact:Chelsea Lavallee at 204-987-9570
- [Labour Market Survey Initiative](https://fpdinc.ca/program/labor-market-survey-initiative/)
- [LauncHER into Trades](https://fpdinc.ca/program/launcher-into-trades-2/) - I'm Interested! "*" indicates required fields Name* Email* Phone* Are you ...* Please make selectionInterested in joining the tradesAlready a registered apprenticeAn employerA journeyperson looking to mentor I am in this trade or I am interested in this trade Select oneBoilermakerBricklayerCabinetmakerCarpenterConcrete FinisherConstruction Craft WorkerConstruction ElectricianFloorcovering InstallerGasfitter - Class AGasfitter - Class BGlazierIndustrial ElectricianIndustrial Mechanic (Millwright)Instrumentation
- [Apprenticeship Support Project](https://fpdinc.ca/program/https-takeonthetrades-ca/) - Frequently Asked Questions Can an eligible employer hire an apprentice if that person worked for the employer/company before becoming an apprentice? (e.g., they were a general labourer in the company before registering as a first-year apprentice) Yes – as long as the employee became a first-year Red Seal apprentice after the start of the project,
- [Class 1 Driver Training Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/class-1-driver-training-program/)
- [Child Care Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/child-care-program/)
- [Practical Nursing Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/practical-nursing/)
- [FPDI Robotics Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/fpdi-robotics-program/)
- [Heat and Frost Insulator Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/heat-and-frost-insulator-program/) - I'm Interested! "*" indicates required fields Name* Email* Phone* Are you ...* Please make selectionInterested in joining the tradesAlready a registered apprenticeAn employerA journeyperson looking to mentor I am in this trade or I am interested in this trade Select oneBoilermakerBricklayerCabinetmakerCarpenterConcrete FinisherConstruction Craft WorkerConstruction ElectricianFloorcovering InstallerGasfitter - Class AGasfitter - Class BGlazierIndustrial ElectricianIndustrial Mechanic (Millwright)Instrumentation
- [Tech for Seniors Workshop](https://fpdinc.ca/program/tech-for-seniors-workshop/) - Check out the new Tech for Seniors Workshop 2024!
- [Tech for Seniors Workshop 2024](https://fpdinc.ca/program/tech-for-seniors-workshop-2024/) - Check out the original Tech for Seniors Workshop!
- [Powerline Technician Trade Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/powerline-technician-trade-program/)
- [Drone Project - Digital Agriculture Field Data Collection](https://fpdinc.ca/program/drone-agriculture-data-collection/)
- [Traditional Drums for All](https://fpdinc.ca/program/traditional-drums-for-all/)
- [Food Security Project](https://fpdinc.ca/program/food-security-program/)
- [First Nations Youth Summit](https://fpdinc.ca/program/first-nations-youth-summit/)
- [Welding Program](https://fpdinc.ca/program/welding-program/)

## Stories

- [A Life-Changing Opportunity That Came with Persistent Efforts](https://fpdinc.ca/story/a-life-changing-opportunity-that-came-with-persistent-efforts/) - “10 years later, I decided to move to Winnipeg in 2017, worked various minimum wage jobs which I did not like, and that’s when I decided to go back to school” says Jacob Chartrand. After having accomplished his Mature Student Diploma in 2019 from the Winnipeg Adult Education Center and training in the Home Builders
- [Instructor to Supervisor](https://fpdinc.ca/story/instructor-to-supervisor/) - Evan Colgan, from Long Plain First Nation, had just dropped out of the Red River Business Information Technology program after completing the first semester, when he saw a position posted on Facebook for a Robotics Instructor with FPDI. Shortly after being hired with FPDI Evan’s career began to soar to new heights. Just recently he
- [Career Fulfilment](https://fpdinc.ca/story/career-fulfilment/) - Tia Dumas, from Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, was hired as a Robotics Instructor with FPDI in fiscal year 2017-2018. Her passion and dedication during the one-year Robotics program lead to her being offered a position with FPDI as an Administrative Assistant. That is where her journey started and today she works with the Native Women’s Transition
- [Building a Career](https://fpdinc.ca/story/building-a-career/) - Kane Slavuta, from Peguis First Nation, had a passion for Robotics and Computer Science. Kane would not have grown into an accomplished electrician had he not started his career with FPDI as a Robotics instructor. Being able to teach community youth and expose them to technology was his dream and when he saw an opportunity
- [Changing Careers to Lead a Better Life](https://fpdinc.ca/story/changing-careers-to-lead-a-better-life/) - Jocelyn McIvor was working as a Heath Care Aid before entering the Indigenous Licenced Practical Nursing Program. She wanted to be a positive role model for her son and provide a good life to her family. The program brought with it an amazing atmosphere to learn and grow with a group of incredible class mates
- [Where There is a Will – There is a Way!](https://fpdinc.ca/story/where-there-is-a-will-there-is-a-way/) - Kayla Taylor always dreamt of becoming a nurse. She questioned the possibility of studying while raising a child. With the loving support of her partner and family, she made this possible. Kayla’s program began in 2016. The same year her mother was diagnosed with cancer and she moved in with Kayla. Proud of her daughter

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- [Board of Directors](https://fpdinc.ca/organization-display/board-of-directors/)

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## Type

- [Annual Operating Plan](https://fpdinc.ca/video-type/aop/)
- [Accountability Resource Management System](https://fpdinc.ca/video-type/arms/)