Samson Head Start partners with the Samson Youth & Sport Development on various events for the community members aged 0-17 years. 

Empowering Our Community: Samson IELCC Program Initiatives

The Samson Cree Nation IELCC programs are proud to champion and heavily fund vibrant, family-centred community initiatives. In a powerful partnership with Samson Youth and Sport Development (SYSD), our substantial program funding brings high-impact events and vital creative spaces to life, including:

• The Shane Yellowbird Recording Studio – A premier collaborative space built with SYSD to inspire our youth.

• The Initiation Powwow – Celebrating and preserving our culture for the next generation.

• Festive Drive-Thrus & Holiday Events – Bringing the magic home with our signature Candy Cane Lane and annual Halloween Drive-Thrus.

• Community Celebrations – Creating unforgettable memories at our Children’s Carnivals and energetic Oilers Watch Parties.

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Substantial Investment from Samson ELCC Programs Secures New Treaty Card Printer

Through a substantial joint funding contribution, the Samson Cree Nation’s IELCC Head Start and Daycare programs have successfully sponsored the acquisition of the new Treaty Card printer. This major investment ensures that all registered children between the ages of 0 and 6 years are automatically fast-tracked for top-priority card processing.

The Maskwacis Parents Place is a valuable support program operating within the Samson Cree Nation's Integrated Family Services. The program offers a range of resources and services to parents and families across the four nations of the Maskwacis Cree. They assist at community events like the Samson Celebration Powwow and organize specialized events for families of children with disabilities, neurodivergent children, and those on the autism spectrum. They host a monthly Autism Support Group for parents and caregivers to network, share experiences, and share resources. The monthly Autism Support Group meets within the Maskwacis 4 Nations, rotating monthly. 

We have established a partnership with the Maskwacis Parents Place to enhance our collaborative efforts in serving children ages 0-6 in the Samson Cree Nation. For more information or inquiries, please contact them at 780-585-2254.