š A Milestone for the CIPP and CĆ©gep de lāOutaouais: FabLab Onakiās Second Cohort Graduation
The First Peoples Innovation Centre (FPIC) recently marked an important milestone with the graduation of the second cohort of the FabLab Onakiāa groundbreaking program that blends Indigenous cultures, digital education, and cutting-edge fabrication.
During a ceremony held at the CIPP headquarters, participants received official recognition from the CĆ©gep de lāOutaouais, as well as digital badges from the CIPP, highlighting the skills they developed throughout the program.
⨠The final projects showcased the participantsā creativity and innovation, from drone design to artistic wood creations made using high-tech tools like CNC machines and laser engravers.
The event was attended by CĆ©line Auclair, Executive Director of the CIPP, and Lorraine Paradis, Assistant Director of Continuing Education and Business Services at the CĆ©gep de lāOutaouais, who both emphasized the growing impact of FabLab Onaki on the empowerment of Indigenous youth.
š Special attention was also given to the importance of officially recognizing the CIPPās instructors, whose training and dedication are central to the programās success.
š This cohortās journey was made possible thanks to the unwavering support of our valued partners:
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š” CĆ©gep de l’Outaouais
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š Jeunesse Idem
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š Commission Kijitowin
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š¤ Rideau-Rockcliffe Community Resource Centre
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š Incubator 13
š Congratulations to all graduates! Your achievements are a true source of pride for the entire CIPP community.