Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning

Dechinta is hiring for the role of Regional Outreach Coordinator for our programming in Rankin Inlet, NU.

Position is part time, located in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut and a starting rate of $41.45 per hour for 15-20 hours a week.

This position involves community outreach, planning and delivering of events and workshops, and working alongside Elders and knowledge holders.

Please send resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Applications will begin being reviewed on August 31st and the position will remain open until filled.

Dechinta Centre is hiring for the role of Student Admissions Coordinator. This position will support students success from recruitment, through application and program arrival. This role will work with the communications coordinator to support internal program evaluation. The ideal candidate for this position has excellent administrative skills, attention to detail and experience supporting individuals navigate complex administrative systems.

This is a permanent full time position and open to remote work within Canada, though there is a preference for those living in Northern communities. Pay scale between 60k-80k per year for 37.5 hours per week, depending on experience. This position includes paid vacation, an RRSP matching and a competitive benefits package.

Please send resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Applications will begin being reviewed on July 10th and the position will remain open until filled.

Congratulations to our students on completing both their hides and covers at our summer Inuvik Hide Camp! Many hands came together to make this happen.

Applications for our fall Inuvik Hide Camp are open! Check out the link in our bio for more information or at www.dechinta.ca/apply2026

Come join us tomorrow for our Hide Camp Open House at the Inuvik Native Band from 1-3pm! There will be bannock, hide tanning demonstrations, and more! Learn more about the programming Dechinta offers and hear from students about their experiences!

Dechinta is excited to announce our fall Inuvik Hide Camp! Students will receive two course credits, INLB 210 and 220, during the duration of this course.

Students will work with hide tanning teachers Delaney and Montana Prysnuk (Vuntut Gwich’in) and instructors to explore and deepen their knowledge on Indigenous Knowledge Systems, creative practices, and self-determination. The courses will focus on the importance of traditional practices as pathways to strengthen connections to the land, animals, plants, waters and communities.

You do not have to be a student to apply!

We will be prioritizing students from Inuvik and the Beaufort Delta region for participation in these courses.

Childcare and meals will be provided. Tuition bursaries are available.

Apply now at www.dechinta.ca/apply2026
Application deadline: July 15th 2026

Questions? Contact:
[email protected]
or [email protected]

We are excited to announce that we are continuing our Kaska Dena Stewarship Certificate Program this year! It is a five course program, with courses running from Fall 2026 to Spring 2027. The courses cover Kaska self-determination relationality, language, on-the-land skills and more!

Students are expected to take all five courses offered. Kaska Citizens wishing to take without credit are welcome to apply.

Applications close May 20th 2026.
Apply at www.dechinta.ca/apply2026 or through the link in our bio!

Questions?
Contact [email protected]
or [email protected]

Join us on Thursday, April 30th from 10am - 3pm at the RC Church in Rankin INlet and learn about fish-net making from Elders from Rankin Inlet, NU, Yellowknife, NWT, and Ross River, YK. Come see the work we have been doing, speak with the Elders, and listen to their stories!

This fall Dechinta and Kwanlin Dün First Nation is excited to announce the return of our programming with Kwanlin Dün First Nation! Attendees will learn on the land with local Elders, community members, and fellow students about Kwanlin Dün First Nation's culture, history, and politics. There is post-secondary funding available for KDFN Citizens. Childcare and onsite accommodations are provided.

Course period: October 19th-30th 2026.

Apply at www.dechinta.ca/apply2026 or through the link in our bio!

Questions? Contact

[email protected]

or

Kelly Tobalt (867-332-8061) [email protected] at Kenädän Kų̀ - House of Learning

Northern Solidarity with Palestine - Be a part of the conversation!

Hear from our guest speakers about their experiences in activism and why solidarity matters. Together, we’ll explore how our solidarity connects to the ongoing realities of colonization in the North, and reflect on shared struggles, collective action, and the importance of coming together.

Join us on Zoom: Thursday, April 16 at 6pm MT

Link in bio to register!