SEVEN GENERATIONS EDUCATION INSTITUTE

Culturally enriched quality education for all

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High School

Using a blend of independent study and in-class instruction, we provide people in the Treaty 3 territory with self-paced high school programming.

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College & University

We deliver accredited college and university programs online and at our Rainy Lake (Agency One), Kenora, and Sioux Lookout campuses. All SGEI programs are for everyone.

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Continuing Education

Enjoy flexible, online courses designed to enhance your resume. Perfect for adults looking to sharpen their skills in a variety of fields.

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Training for Employment

We offer training programs and micro-credentials for those in need of work. We work with individuals, businesses looking to train new employees, and First Nations communities securing training for their members.

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Driving School

SGEI is an MTO-approved Beginner Driver Education course provider. We offer several programs that combine classroom instruction, driving simulation, and in-car lessons.

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Azhemiinigoziwin

This full-time women’s empowerment program helps Anishinaabekweg revitalize their inherent strength through education, language, culture and other learning opportunities.

Anishinaabemowin of the week (Phrase of the Week)

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Amo mishiimin endaso-giizhig. Eat an apple every day.

Blog

Follow our blog for cultural how-tos and valuable information on education, employment and more.

Wellness over willpower: ditching resolutions and choosing balance this January

January 05, 2026

By mid-January, many of us are already quietly renegotiating the promises we made to ourselves just two weeks earlier. The gym schedule is feeling overly ambitious, the food plan has ...

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How SGEI and other local organizations help families in need over the holidays 

November 28, 2025

Lisa Angus has worked at Seven Generations Education Institute (SGEI) for 13 years. Well before she started, SGEI and the United Native Friendship Centre (UNFC) began partnering to adopt Fort Frances families in need over the holiday season.  Angus ...

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Events

See our full calendar for all of our upcoming events—workshops, information sessions, special events, and more.

Chainsaw Safety & Operation

January 27, 2026

Learn how to safely operate a chainsaw with both in-class and hands-on experience. Training topics include personal protective equipment, kickback, proper felling techniques, notching, storage, chainsaw safety features, hands-on chainsaw ...

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Heavy Equipment Operator Training - Applications CLOSED

February 01, 2026

This training will be held at Quetico Lodge and Conference Centre. Students in this six-week training will learn WHMIS, health and safety, standard First Aid and CPR, Working at Heights, ...

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