SAVE THE DATE: 10th Annual Indigenous World Film Festival
10th Annual Indigenous World Film Festival
January 17 & 18, 2014
Alaska Native Heritage Center
8800 Heritage Center Drive, Anchorage, Alaska
To learn more visit www.alaskanative.net.
2014 Alaska Native Art Auction donations sought to support Native programming
Koahnic Broadcast Corporation’s Alaska Native Art Auction will be held Feb. 20, 2014 at the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Improvements in primary care in Wasilla
Options for primary health care and dentistry for Alaska Native and American Indian people’s have expanded in the Matanuska-Susitna Valley. Southcentral Foundation now offers six integrated care teams in Wasilla at the Benteh Nuutah Valley Native Primary Care Center (VNPCC).
Kenai Fjords Wilderness Lodge launches interactive culinary program
Overnight guests at the newly renovated Kenai Fjords Wilderness Lodge on Alaska’s remote Fox Island will have the opportunity to not only enjoy the local wild salmon on their plate, but also learn how to prepare the salmon belly.
2014 dividend payments
CIRI’s dividend policy states that the total CIRI dividend payment to shareholders in any given year is equal to 3.5 percent of total shareholders’ equity, calculated as of Dec. 31 of the prior year. The CIRI Board is expected to set the dates of record for 2014 shareholder distributions in late February.
Missing shareholders, December 2013
The following CIRI shareholders do not have a current mailing address on record. Shareholders can fill out the change of address form at CIRI’s offices, …
Spotlight: Tiffany Tutiakoff
Nine years ago, as an eager intern, CIRI shareholder Tiffany Tutiakoff stepped into the offices of the advertising agency Northwest Strategies. Her previous jobs at the Alaska Federation of Natives and CIRI…
CIRI Alaska Tourism is hiring for the 2014 season
CIRI Alaska Tourism (CATC) is accepting applications for the 2014 tourism season to fill a variety of positions at its lodge and restaurant operations in …
Attention job seekers! 2014 CIRI Job Fair and Resume Development Workshop
Mark your calendars: the second annual CIRI Shareholder Job and Resource Fair will be held Tuesday, Jan. 28 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the First Floor Conference Room/atrium at the CIRI building, at 2525 C Street in Anchorage.
A word from the president, December 2013
As we reflect upon 2013 and look forward to 2014, I am reminded of what a great year it has been. For me, personally, I have thoroughly enjoyed my first year as CIRI’s president and chief executive officer. Every day I am inspired and motivated by CIRI’s mission and am grateful for the terrific team of employees I have the privilege of leading.
CIRI nominating committee seeks applicants for the 2014 Board slate
The CIRI Nominating Committee seeks CIRI shareholders interested in being considered for nomination to the 2014 CIRI Board of Directors’ candidate slate. To be considered, all Board slate applicants, including incumbents, must complete and return a candidate nominee application to CIRI by Monday, January 20, 2014, 5 p.m. AKST.
CIRI launches village legal clinics
On a crisp, clear November afternoon, the Alaska Air Taxi Otter touched down on Tyonek’s icy landing strip. Stepping off the plane were lawyers bundled in goose-down jackets, eager to accomplish what they came here for. Usually, the arrival of determined lawyers is not something that is warmly received. But this was different.
In memory, December 2013
Davis Kiyutelluk, 90 Davis Kiyutelluk passed away July 26 at home in Shishmaref, Alaska. Mr. Kiyutelluk was born June 15, 1923, in Shishmaref. In the …
CIRI acquires piece of Anchorage skyline
CIRI has joined two other partners to become the new owners of one of Anchorage’s largest office complexes, which features the tallest building in Alaska.
CIRI seeks youth perspective on engaging next generation of shareholders
At 16 years of age, Veronica Feldman has a busy life. Between rock climbing and trigonometry classes, she gives tours at the Evergreen Aviation and …
Stock Will Prize Winner: Sept. 2013
The winner of the September 2013 $200 Stock Will Participation Prize is Keith James Starforth. Shareholders will have one more opportunity to win an Apple …
Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge receives recognition
The combination of its stunning views of Denali, warm atmosphere and dedicated customer service earned the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge a coveted award from one of …
Fireweed Business Center progress
The late arrival of winter has allowed significant progress on the site work for the Fireweed Business Center in Anchorage. Deep utility installation was completed …
A word from the president, November 2013
The holiday season is upon us – a time to reflect on the many things in our lives we are fortunate to have such as family, close friendships and the time we spend together. I hope this newsletter finds you and your family well and with the opportunity to share the season together.
Dividend Distributions, Fourth Quarter 2013
Elders’ Settlement Trust payments The fourth quarter CIRI Elders’ Settlement Trust payment of $450 is scheduled for December 13. Original shareholders who are 65 years …
Help locate shareholder addresses, November 2013
The following CIRI shareholders do not have a current mailing address on record. Shareholders can fill out the change of address form at CIRI’s offices, …
Individual Money Account holders
The U.S. Department of the Interior, Office of the Special Trustee for American Indians is seeking current addresses for Individual Indian Money account holders. Many …
In memory, November 2013
Jessi Marena Nelsen, 27 Jessi Marena Nelsen passed away Aug. 24 at Merrill Field in Anchorage. Ms. Nelsen was born Sept. 1, 1985, in Seward, …
Congratulations to the Youth Art Contest winners
Young CIRI descendants showed off their artistic skills in the first-ever CIRI Youth Art Contest. The entries featured vivid colors and imaginative scenes. The winning …
Employment opportunities in Alaska and Washington, Southcentral Foundation
Southcentral Foundation (SCF) offers a wide variety of employment opportunities and is currently recruiting for more than 50 open positions, including a position in Seattle, …
CIRI shareholders recognized by AFN
During the 2013 Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) Convention held in Fairbanks, Alaska, two CIRI shareholders, Dr. Shari Huhndorf and Charles Akers, received AFN President’s …
Spotlight: Nadia Jackinsky-Sethi leads new program to revitalize Alaska Native art
From exploring the tucked-away corners of the Louvre in Paris, France, to digging through the catalog system at the National Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C., Nadia Jackinsky-Sethi knows her way around a museum.
“In My Family” attracts national attention
New programming on Alaska public television is receiving recognition for helping to educate children about the diverse Alaska Native cultures and languages. In My Family is a …
Graduate announcement: Jennifer Leigh Norkett
CIRI shareholder Jennifer Leigh Norkett graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology and Security on June 7 from Baker College of Muskegon. She is …
Graduate announcement: Alyssa N. Hudacin
CIRI descendant Alyssa N. Hudacin graduated on May 29 with an associates degree in Surgical Technology from Brown-Mackie College. She received her certification on October …
Save the Date: Dec. 7, 2013
ANHC Holiday Art Bazaar Alaska Native Heritage Center Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 8800 Heritage Center Drive Anchorage Alaska 99504 (907) …
Thank you potlatch contributors
CIRI and The CIRI Foundation are grateful to the organizations and individuals that contributed to the 2013 Friendship Potlatches held in October and November. Ninilchik …
2013 Shareholder of the Year Awards
CLARE SWAN SHAREHOLDER OF THE YEAR Since 1989, when CIRI recognized Shem Pete with the CIRI Shareholder of the Year Award, CIRI has been honoring …
“Dena’inaq’ Huch’ulyeshi: The Dena’ina Way of Living”
Sept. 15, 2013 through Jan. 12, 2014
Spotlight: Aaron Leggett
At 32 years of age, CIRI shareholder Aaron Leggett has played a vital role in preserving and perpetuating the Dena’ina language and culture. As the Special Exhibits Curator at the Anchorage Museum…
From the classroom to the board room
A Who’s Who in the history of Alaska Native land claims became the first instructors for the inaugural class of the Alaska Native Executive Leadership …
Fire Island Wind on track to double capacity
The Fire Island Wind project celebrated its one year anniversary in September, just in time to begin work on what could become the second phase …
$1.5 million in scholarships and grants awarded to Alaska Native students
Following the June 2013 application deadlines, The CIRI Foundation (TCF) approved more than $1.5 million in scholarships and vocational training grants for approximately 400 students. …
Now open, new dental clinic in Mat-Su Valley
Alaska Native and American Indian people eligible to receive tribal health care services may now make dental appointments at Southcentral Foundation’s new dental clinic in …
New book offers autism insight
CIRI shareholder Win Quier is the author of “Jeremiah’s Journey: Gaining Our Autistic Son By Losing Him to the System,” which chronicles the life of …
CIRI Job and Resource Fair, January 2014
Building on the success of the 2013 CIRI Job and Resource Fair, CIRI is pleased to announce the opportunity for shareholders and descendants to attend …
Seeking shareholders to help build the New Fireweed Business Center
CIRI seeks to hire shareholders to build the Fireweed Business Center. The now vacant 8.35-acre site at the corner of Fireweed Lane and the New …
In memory, October 2013
Grace Putkuk Vallee, 87 Grace Putkuk Vallee passed away June 8 in Anchorage. Ms. Vallee was born May 18, 1926, in Point Hope, Alaska. She …
Stock will prize
The winner of the August 2013 $200 Stock Will Participation Prize is Deborah Patricia Tolen and Ryan David Sipary is the winner of the third …
A word from the president, October 2013
The CIRI Potlatch season is upon us and I have enjoyed the opportunity to meet with shareholders and their families in Kenai and Anchorage earlier this month. I also look forward to our meeting with shareholders when we gather in Puyallup, Wash. in November.
In memory, September 2013
Inga Ann Caffrey, 74 Inga Ann Caffrey passed away May 30 at home in Seldovia, Alaska. Ms. Caffrey is survived by her daughter, Sondra Caffrey, …
Help locate shareholder addresses
The following CIRI shareholders do not have a current mailing address on record. Shareholders can fill out the change of address form at CIRI’s offices, …
$1,000,000: September dividends surpass major milestone
September dividends surpass major milestone
Going vertical: CIRI launches plans for new real estate investment
CIRI launches plans for new real estate investment
A word from the president, September 2013
It is a privilege to deliver the news that, with the September dividend distribution, CIRI’s cumulative dividends paid to shareholders since the company’s inception will surpass the $1 billion mark. This is an accomplishment that we can all be proud of and it reinforces CIRI’s commitment to fulfill its mission statement to “promote the economic and social well-being and Alaska Native heritage of our shareholders.”
North Wind recognized as a top environmental firm
For the fifth consecutive year, Engineering News Record (ENR) has named North Wind as a top environmental firm. A wholly owned CIRI subsidiary, this year …
Sam’s Club opens on Muldoon
Sam’s Club has moved into a new 146,000-square-foot building at Tikahtnu Commons in Anchorage. The grand opening was commemorated with a ribbon-cutting attended by the …
CIRI spotlight: Jorie Paoli
Over a decade ago, CIRI descendant Jorie Paoli worked for CIRI as the community relations intern, then moved into a clerk position within the data …
Shareholder’s band plays bass guitar for Nokie Edwards
It’s not every day that an Alaskan band has the honor to play music with a Legendary Hall of Fame guitarist known for his music …
2013 call for nominations for the Alaska Native Visionary Awards
Alaska Native Heritage Month is seeking nominations for the 2013 Alaska Native Visionary Awards. The awards aim to recognize and honor Alaska Native people who …
Mark your calendars: CIRI and The CIRI Foundation’s annual Friendship
Mark your calendars: CIRI and The CIRI Foundation’s annual Friendship Potlatches are nearing. CIRI held its first annual Friendship Potlatch in 1985 to celebrate family, …
Scenic trail near the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge complete
Long before former CIRI President and CEO Margie Brown led the company, she was part of the team responsible for selecting CIRI’s land entitlements. Her …
CIRI IT is actively working with CITC to recruit for the next IT intern
CIRI’s information technology (IT) department began a partnership with Cook Inlet Tribal Council (CITC) and Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC) in 2012 that is delivering …
Swartz wins Stock Will Prize
The winner of the July 2013 $200 Stock Will Participation Prize is Brandon Myles Swartz. To be eligible for the $200 monthly prize drawings and …
Cultural advisors needed for CITC school program
Cook Inlet Tribal Council (CITC) is seeking volunteers to serve as cultural advisors for the CITC Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Techno-Culture (STEM-TC) in Elementary, …
CIRI Shareholders receive National Indian Health Board Awards
Congratulations to Southcentral Foundation (SCF) Board Member Dr. Terry Simpson and SCF President and CEO Dr. Katherine Gottlieb for being awarded the National Indian Health …
Special train to run to Fairbanks for AFN
The Alaska Railroad Corporation is pleased to welcome the Alaska Federations of Natives Convention to Fairbanks in October 2013. In the true Alaska spirit, Alaska …
Dividend distributions
Elders’ Settlement Trust payments The third quarter CIRI Elders’ Settlement Trust payment of $450 is scheduled for September 13, with the final 2013 Elders’ payment …
Federal permits signal progress for oil and gas work
NordAq and Apache set to proceed on CIRI subsurface exploration and development
CIRI Golf Classic rewards community programs
When volunteers arrived at Moose Run Golf Course early in the morning of Aug. 2 to begin setting up for the 30th Annual CIRI Golf …
A word from the president, August 2013
Wow! What a summer it has been here in Alaska – one of the brightest and warmest on record. It has been so rewarding to enjoy the long, sunny days that bring out the best of our beautiful region. As our Alaska shareholders can attest to after years of lukewarm summers – we deserve it!
Purchase CIRI logo items at Lands’ End
Together with Lands’ End Business Outfitters (Lands’ End), CIRI created an “E-Company Store” where shareholders may choose from a variety of items to which they …
Isaak, Fulton active in Clare to Clare event
CIRI descendants Joel Isaak and Jessica Fulton – both of whom were spotlighted in the CIRI newsletter this year – participated in the Clare to …
Mark your calendar, Aug. 31 to Sept. 1
Tamamta Katurlluta: A Gathering of Native Tradition in Homer, Alaska
Cooking class series: Dinner makes a difference
Beginning in August, Southcentral Foundation (SCF) is offering cooking classes every Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Anchorage at the SCF Health Education …
TCF selected to manage major donation to support Alaska Native arts and culture
As part of a new grantmaking partnership with the Margaret A. Cargill Foundation (MACF), The CIRI Foundation (TCF) has been selected to distribute more than …
CIRI spotlight: Robin Summers Murphy
CIRI shareholder Robin Murphy had been teaching in the Anchorage School District for more than 20 years, but it took her sister, Heather, from Pittsburgh, …
In memory, August 2013
Alice Amelia Carroll, 92 Alice Amelia Carroll passed away June 16 at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital in Fairbanks, Alaska. Ms. Carroll was born June 19, 1920, …
Boots wins Stock Will prize
The winner of the June 2013 $200 Stock Will Participation Prize is Stephen Christopher Boots. To be eligible for the $200 monthly prize drawings and …
Cruz Marine update
Cruz Marine LLC, a CIRI company, acquired a 1,250 horse-powered tug May 2013 and named it Ari Cruz. Ari Cruz joins the shallow draft vessels …
A word from the president, July 2013
Thank you for taking the time to catch up on the latest news and events at your corporation. Here in Alaska, it’s hard to believe the summer season is already halfway over. I hope yours has been filled with sunny days, friendly visits and fortunate fishing.
CIRI seeks nominations for 2013 awards, Including new youth recognition award
Nominations due August 15
Affordable care act
The Obama Administration announced new changes to the implementation of the Affordable Care Act that could impact Alaska Natives and American Indians. The nation’s new …
North Wind Group names new company president
After a lengthy search, Christopher P. Leichtweis has been named the new president and chief strategic officer of the North Wind Group, a wholly owned …
Graduate announcement
CIRI shareholder Marie Stewman recently earned her Master of Business Administration degree from Alaska Pacific University (APU). Stewman earned her Associate of Arts in 2007 …
2013 Denali centennial climb successfully comes to a finish
Congratulations to the 2013 Denali Centennial Climb Team for reaching the summit of Denali on June 28 and safely finalizing their descent on Wednesday, July …
Athabascan language training opportunities
The Alaska Native Heritage Center (ANHC) is coordinating two week-long Athabascan language trainings this summer. Instructors will lead each group on personal introductions, storytelling and …
Carol Gore appointed to the Census Bureau’s national advisory committee
CIRI shareholder and Cook Inlet Housing Authority President and CEO Carol Gore was appointed to the Census Bureau’s National Advisory Committee on Racial, Ethnic and …
Thomas Huhndorf receives chief’s necklace at SCF’s 2013 Nuka Care Conference
For thousands of years, Alaska Native people have been working together for the good of the whole community and sharing responsibility for improvements. Southcentral Foundation …
CITC launches new approach to cultural storytelling and youth empowerment
Cook Inlet Tribal Council (CITC), along with development and publishing partner E-Line Media, announced the launch of the first indigenous-owned video game company in the …
In memory, July 2013
Mary Anowruk Alexander, 88 Mary Anowruk Alexander passed away June 27 in Anchorage. Ms. Alexander was born Feb. 19, 1925, in Wales, Alaska. She worked …
Shareholder participation committee news
Call for youth representative applications and art contest submissions
North Wind Construction Services wins Coeur d’Alene Basin Cleanup contract
The Coeur d’Alene Trust selected North Wind Construction Services, LLC for the East Fork Ninemile Creek Waste Consolidation Area and Infrastructure project. The project is …
Award announcement
CIRI descendant Raven Haldane is a recipient of the 2013 Sandia National Laboratories Thunderbird Award presented in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The Thunderbird Awards recognize young …
In memory, June 2013
Virginia Mae Cullers, 75 Virginia Mae Cullers passed away Dec. 16, 2012, in Willow, Alaska. Ms. Cullers was born Dec. 10, 1937, in Talkeetna, Alaska. …
Annual Meeting prize winners
The 2013 annual meeting of CIRI shareholders included cash door-prize drawings for shareholders who submitted a valid proxy by the proxy deadline for any proxy …
2013 Denali Centennial climb commences
The first person to summit Denali remembered by family
CATC receives three Awards of Excellence from TripAdvisor
The world’s largest travel site, TripAdvisor, awarded CIRI Alaska Tourism Corporation’s (CATC) Kenai Fjords Tours, Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge and the Resurrection Roadhouse at Seward Windsong …
North Wind completes a 4-Star Project
CIRI subsidiary North Wind Services, LLC successfully completed a massive renovation project at Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colo. North Wind renovated all …
KNBA American graduate
Koahnic Broadcast Corporation conducted a weeklong intensive youth training, the KNBA American Graduate program, from June 3 through June 7. KNBA is one of few …
TCF Vocational Training Grant deadline, June 30
The CIRI Foundation’s (TCF) Vocational Training Grant application period opened June 1 for students enrolled in a technical skill training program at an accredited or …
Annual Meeting early bird prize winners
The following CIRI shareholders who voted early won 2013 Early Bird cash prizes. The winners were chosen by random drawings conducted by Sramek Hightower, the …
Meyer wins Stock Will Prize
The winner of the April 2013 $200 Stock Will Participation Prize is James Warren Meyer. To be eligible for the $200 monthly prize drawings and …
In touch with shareholders
CIRI descendant Aleksandra Peratrovich placed 2nd on the Uneven Bars and 4th in the All-Around during the 2013 Maryland State Gymnastics Championship (Level 4) held …
Fellowship announcement
CIRI shareholder Glenda McKay was awarded the Ronald and Susan Dubin Fellowship Grant at the School for Advanced Research (SAR) in Santa Fe, N.M. The …
Cruz continues strong activity in North Dakota
Cruz Energy Services The winter has not slowed operations in North Dakota’s Bakken oil field. Cruz Energy Services, a CIRI subsidiary, reported a brisk pace …
A word from the president, May 2013
This is an exciting time of year for CIRI. It’s the time when we meet with shareholders at a series of meetings leading up to the Annual Meeting to discuss the company’s financial performance and business activities, and introduce the candidates running for the CIRI Board. We had good turnout at the meetings in Anchorage, Kenai and Seattle and it was encouraging to see the enthusiasm and to hear positive feedback from our shareholders.
Promotion announcement
CIRI shareholder Richard Vreeland and Cook Inlet Tribal Council employee Dora Smith are the proud parents of Specialist Wayne Vreeland. Specialist Vreeland is a 2010 …
Koahnic Broadcast Corporation produces radio special on Alaska Native people and climate change
Koahnic Broadcast Corporation has produced a special radio program, Alaska Natives and Climate Change in the Arctic, examining how climate change has been affecting Alaska …
Get moving, get healthy, get fit at SCF Fun Run and Family Wellness Festival
CIRI’s nonprofit health care affiliate, Southcentral Foundation, is hosting its 7th Annual Fun Run/Walk and Family Wellness Festival on Saturday, May 18. This free community …
IT internship program delivering results
First intern makes transition from hotshot to techie
ANCSA 12(b) land conveyance video
Click here to view the ANCSA 12(b) land conveyance video developed by CIRI’s corporate communications department.
Fire Island Wind project video
View the Fire Island Wind project video developed by CIRI’s corporate communications department online at www.fireislandwind.com.
In memory, May 2013
Robert Lee Ahgupuk, 57 Robert Lee Ahgupuk passed away Dec. 15, 2012, at Alaska Native Medical Center in Anchorage. Mr. Ahgupuk was born April 21, …
Help locate shareholders
The following CIRI shareholders do not have a current mailing address on record. Shareholders can fill out the change of address form at CIRI’s offices, …
National awards for Cook Inlet Housing Authority
Cook Inlet Housing Authority (CIHA) was recently awarded three Bronze Telly Awards for two videos about Loussac Place. The Telly Awards are national awards honoring …
The Alaska Native Heritage Center presents Military Appreciation Day
The Alaska Native Heritage Center presents Military Appreciation Day May 27, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free Admission with Military ID.
Reedy wins Stock Will prize
The winner of the monthly March 2013 Stock Will Participation Prize is Tracy Ann Reedy. To be eligible for the $200 monthly prize drawings and …
TCF Scholarship and Vocational Training applications available online
June 1 and June 30 deadlines
CIRI supports Native language program for PBS Kids, In My Family
If your family watches children’s programming on public television, don’t be surprised if you see CIRI President and Chief Executive Officer Sophie Minich make an …
CIRI, village corporations collaborate on sand and gravel operations
The CIRI land and resources department is working with the CIRI region village corporations to promote and cooperatively develop sand and gravel resources throughout our …
A word from the president, April 2013
If you haven’t received it already, CIRI’s 2012 annual report and proxy materials are in the mail. I encourage you to review the report that details CIRI’s financial performance in 2012. With great pleasure, I can report that CIRI had another good year in 2012 with solid financial results and strategic investments that will benefit shareholders for many years
Stock Will participation prize winners
The winner of the February 2013 Stock Will Participation Prize is Lee Steven Stephan and Patricia Ann Vantubergen is the winner of the first quarter …
Koahnic Art Auction generously supports Native broadcasting
Koahnic Broadcast Corporation held its 18th Annual Alaska Native Art Auction on March 7, 2013. This annual fundraising event and celebration of Alaska Native culture …
A major investor, AMP Capital, joins CIRI-backed wind venture
AMP Ltd., an Australian pension company, provided a major capital investment in wind energy owner Capistrano Wind Partners LLC. The partnership acquires and operates large-scale …
A word from the president, March 2013
Earlier this month I had the honor of participating in the signing ceremony to convey more than 200,000 acres of land to CIRI village corporations. This transaction, which you can read more about in this issue of the Raven’s Circle, is monumental for a number of reasons. First and foremost, it brings to a close the long process to finally convey the last of the major land entitlements to the CIRI villages and sets the stage for what I believe will be a new era of collaboration between the village corporations and CIRI.
Kenaitze progress on the Dena’ina Wellness Center
The construction of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe’s Dena’ina Wellness Center remains on schedule for completion next winter. The 52,000 square-foot facility will provide integrated personal …
2013-2014 Education Resources Handbook available online
The CIRI Foundation’s 2013-2014 Education Resources Handbook is now available online at www.thecirifoundation.org. The Foundation publishes the Handbook to provide education and career planning information for …
Cook Inlet Housing Authority Part of the solution
Alaska is witnessing a population boom among senior citizens and some fear senior housing is not keeping pace. The CIRI-affiliated nonprofit Cook Inlet Housing Authority …
Cook Inlet Tribal Council NYO Games Alaska
For thousands of years and countless generations, survival for Alaska Native people depended on individual strength, skill and knowledge, and on the ability to work …
Shareholder information meetings and annual meeting
Meeting attendance is limited to CIRI shareholders and their immediate family members (i.e. spouse, children and/or stock custodian). Shareholders must check in with their guests …
CIRI dividend and Elders’ payment news
CIRI will mail or directly deposit its first quarter 2013 dividend of $8.41 per share on March 29. Shareholders who own 100 shares of stock …
Resource revenue payment distributions
Section 7(i) of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) requires each regional corporation to share 70 percent of its net resource revenues received from …
CIRI Alaska Tourism discounts
CIRI Alaska Tourism offers CIRI Shareholders and their immediate family members a 30% discount on most CIRI Alaska Tourism products. Some restrictions apply. The discounted …
Scholarship announcement
Valerie Mullins, CIRI Shareholder and descendent of Michelle Mullins (mother) and Alma Mullins (grandmother), was awarded a scholarship for the 2013 spring semester at Oklahoma …
Tikahtnu businesses are opening on schedule
Construction at Tikahtnu Commons in Anchorage is exceeding expectations. Old Navy recently opened, and Famous Footwear and Starbucks are now open for business in the …
Happy 100th Birthday
CIRI original shareholder Ruth Amelia Gundrum Daniels celebrates her 100th birthday on February 14. Ms. Daniels was born in Circle, Alaska to Sarah Joseph and …
CIRI spotlight: Alexei Painter
Growing up a couple blocks from Alaska’s state capitol building in Juneau had an impact on young Alexei Painter. With both of his parents working …
A word from the president, January/February 2013
It is a great honor and privilege to present my first president’s message since accepting the position following the retirement of Margie Brown. We are fortunate to have benefited from Margie’s strong, compassionate leadership and her commitment to our corporation. She will be a hard act to follow and we all miss her kindness and keen intellect.
Anchorage Museum exhibit features CIRI shareholder
William D. English, retired pilot and flight instructor
CIRI energy venture launches in Eastern Washington
Palouse Wind turbines began spinning December 2012
2012 CIRI shareholder tax information
CIRI mailed the IRS 1099 forms to all shareholders for the 2012 tax year on January 25, 2013. Some shareholders will receive a second 1099 …
Cook Inlet Regional meetings will continue
Tribes, villages, nonprofits and CIRI collaborate in 2013
CIRI job and resource fair update
More than 100 CIRI shareholders and descendants attended the CIRI Shareholder Job and Resource Fair Jan. 17 at the CIRI building in Anchorage. “The Job …
Alaska Native Heritage Center strives for language data
Effort aimed at helping to revitalize indigenous languages
The Sugpiaq dance group Imamsuat performs at Smithsonian museum
The Sugpiaq dance group Imamsuat was invited to perform at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI) Jan. 18-20 as part of “Out …
In memory, January/February 2013
View the obituaries of shareholders who have recently passed away
CIRI welcomes the new director of corporate communications
Jason Moore joined CIRI as the director of corporate communications in January. Moore comes most recently from MSI Communications based in Anchorage where he managed …
2013 Elders’ payments and direct deposit information
The trustees of the CIRI Elders’ Settlement Trust approved the 2013 distribution schedule for Elders’ payments in December 2012. The payments will occur in the …
Board write-in candidate information due Feb. 22
Shareholders interested in running for the CIRI Board of Directors as a write-in candidate, including those individuals not selected for the Board recommended slate, will …
Pennington wins Stock Will prize
The winner for the December 2012 Stock Will Participation Prize is Julia Doris Pennington. To be eligible for the $200 monthly prize drawings, you must …
Remodeling underway at Alaska Native Medical Center inpatient pediatrics
Improvements planned to benefit healing process for children and families
Koahnic appoints three new directors
Schutt, Call and Storer join the Koahnic board of directors
CITC seeks 300 volunteers, Project Homeless Connect
Cook Inlet Tribal Council (CITC) is seeking more than 300 volunteers to help make Project Homeless Connect (PHC) a success. The annual project brings people …
SCF hosts Russian Christmas celebration
Southcentral Foundation and the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium will celebrate Russian Christmas on Monday, Jan. 7, 2013 at 2 p.m., in the Alaska Native …
CIRI Nominating Committee seeks applicants for the 2013 Board slate
The CIRI Nominating Committee seeks CIRI shareholders interested in being considered for nomination for the 2013 CIRI Board of Directors’ candidate slate. To be considered …
2013 Dividend payments
CIRI’s dividend policy states that the total CIRI dividend payment to shareholders in any given year is equal to 3.5 percent of total shareholders’ equity, …
2012 Stock will prize winners
The winner of the November 2012 Stock Will Participation Prize was Leroy Blaine Hoeldt. As announced in September, in addition to the monthly drawing, shareholders …
Stock will prize drawing eligibility update
Because share fractions create a disproportionate increase in administrative costs and burden, CIRI’s Board of Directors established a policy, effective June 1, 2012, to freeze …
In memory, December 2012
View the obituaries of shareholders who have recently passed away
