C R A Deputy Grand Chief Ashley Iserhoff
Economic Development in Nemiscau

The CNYC Business Fund was initiated by the Cree Nation Youth Council to support Cree Youth involvement in the Economic Development of the Cree Nation. The Nishiiyuu Way of healing is going back to the roots where the strength of the individual comes from the Rites of Passage. The Youth Grand Chief has great concerns over the mining project which will have a devastating impact .Nishiiyuu Skills Development ProgramThe CNYC with the Cree Health Board have introduced a training program that aims to teach Cree Youth Life skills through the Nishiiyuu Way that was developed utilizing our Elders. Uranium Mining in Eeyou IstcheeThe newly elected Youth Grand Chief, Joshua Iserhoff, has submitted an open letter to the Cree Nation of Eeyou Istchee to support the community of Mistissini regarding uranium exploration and mining. The CNYC Business Fund is a new funding program geared towards assisting Cree Youth Entrepreneurs for their business endeavors. CNYC 24th Annual General AssemblyThe Cree Nation Youth Council (CNYC) held its 24th Annual General Assembly on July 30, 2013 in Ouje-Bougoumou, 31 and August 1, Quebec.