Shareholder Spotlight: Clare Swan
Original CIRI enrollee Clare Swan has spent a lifetime advocating for her people.
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2024 Moose Hunting Program
CIRI prioritizes the use of its lands for cultural, subsistence and recreational activities of Shareholders and Descendants. As such, for more than 20 years...
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Seeking Culturally Rooted, Community-Minded Leaders to Join the CIRI Board of Directors
Voting CIRI Shareholders age 18+ are invited to apply to the CIRI Board of Directors by Jan. 8, 2024.
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Save the Date: Next Gen Day
Mark your calendar: 2024 Next Gen Day will be held Monday, Jan. 15!
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Bonded by Blood (and Ink)
CIRI Shareholders Larry Oskolkoff II, Tayler Higgins and Cody Henrickson can trace their ancestry to Ninilchik, one of seven villages in the CIRI region.
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2024 Board Recruitment Period is Open
Help shape the future of CIRI! Voting CIRI Shareholders age 18+ are invited to apply to the CIRI Board of Directors. The application deadline is ...
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Call for Artists — CIRI Activity Book
CALL FOR SHAREHOLDER AND DESCENDANT ARTISTS Submission deadline: 11:59 p.m. Alaska Time on Sunday, March 19 As part of CIRI’s dedication to promoting and preserving ...
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Village of Tyonek Welcomes VPSO
Congratulations to the village of Tyonek! Thanks to a coordinated effort among the Native Village of Tyonek (NVT), Aleutian Pribilof Islands Association (APIA) and the ...
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A Word from Our President
Happy new year to you, our Shareholders and Descendants! As we move into 2023, I am excited for what lies ahead. This spring, CIRI will ...
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New Video: The CIRI Family of Socially Driven Enterprises
Since its inception, CIRI has provided financial support and worked with community partners to create and build a family of tribally designated organizations and community ...
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Board Corner: A Message from CIRI Board Assistant Secretary Katrina (Dolchok) Jacuk
Dear friends in the CIRI community: After 14 years of service, I have chosen to step aside from the CIRI Board of Directors. It is ...
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CIRI in the Community: Covey Academy — Covenant House Alaska
Providing an array of resources and services to help homeless youth on their journey to self-sufficiency, Covey Academy connects young people with housing, job training ...
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Shareholder Spotlight: Fred S. Elvsaas Jr.
Growing up steeped in Alaska Native politics has given CIRI Shareholder Fred S. Elvsaas Jr. (Aleut) a unique perspective on the history, culture, challenges and ...
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Winners’ Circle — Q3 and Q4 2022
To increase participation in certain programs, CIRI holds periodic prize drawings from the names of those enrolled who meet certain criteria and have a current ...
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Save the Date: 2023 Information and Annual Meetings
For the first time since 2019, CIRI will host in-person Information Meetings in Anchorage; Kenai, Alaska; and Puyallup, Wash. The Annual Meeting will be held ...
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2023 CIRI Summer Internship Program
Application deadline: Friday, April 28 CIRI is now accepting applications for its 2023 Summer Internship Program! To be eligible for consideration, applicants must: Be a ...
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2023 Farewell Access Permits
As in previous years, recreational use permits will be issued for access to portions of the Farewell area for Dall sheep hunting in 2023. Access ...
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Important Dates
March 10, 2023 CST Elders Distribution March 12, 2023 Daylight Saving Time begins (2 a.m. Alaska Time) March 22, 2023 First quarter and resource revenue change ...
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2022 Tax Information
2022 CST payments are nontaxable The quarterly payments issued in 2022 from the CIRI Settlement Trust (CST) Distribution Fund and the CST Elders Fund are ...
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Missing Shareholders
The following CIRI Shareholders do not have a current mailing address on record. When CIRI mail is returned as undeliverable, the distributions are held and ...
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2023 Board Recruitment
Board write-in Candidate Information deadline has closed. As of noon Alaska Standard Time on Wednesday, February 15, the deadline to submit Board write-in candidate information ...
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Welcome the New CIRI.com!
Welcome to the new CIRI website! We worked closely with CIRI stakeholders to develop a new website that was welcoming and provided the important information ...
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CIRI Invests in Community
Sharing what you have with others is an important Alaska Native value, and CIRI is dedicated to corporate philanthropy. CIRI Board Directors and employees personally ...
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Important 2022 Financial Update
2022 will be defined by challenges stemming from geopolitical uncertainty, rising inflation and Federal Reserve interest-rate hikes.
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2022 Virtual Friendship Potlatch
CIRI’s annual Friendship Potlatch is available to watch online!
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Traditional Foods with Chef Amy Foote
This fall, CIRI staff were treated to a traditional foods presentation and cooking demonstration by Amy Foote, executive chef at the Alaska Native Medical Center. ...
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Shareholder Spotlight: Tayler Higgins
Growing up, CIRI Shareholder Tayler Tanginiq Higgins was affectionally called the “Rondy princess” by her mother.
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In Touch: Music Release
Congratulations to CIRI Shareholder Troy Hills on the release of his song, “Count to One.”
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Fire Island Wind Celebrates 10 Years
For the past 10 years, CIRI’s Fire Island Wind (FIW) Project has delivered renewable, emissions-free energy to more than 7,000 homes in Southcentral Alaska.
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#CIRIVotes in the U.S. Midterm Election!
Alaska Native voices can shape the future of our communities. Make sure your voice is heard by voting in the 2022 U.S. general election on ...
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2022 Virtual Friendship Potlatch
We invite all Shareholders, Descendants and their families to join us for this year’s virtual Friendship Potlatch, which will be available online mid-November.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Alaska
Mentorship with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Alaska is an opportunity to carry on Alaska Native traditions.
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CIRI Endorses Mary Sattler Peltola for U.S. Congress
The Cook Inlet Region, Inc. Board of Directors has voted to endorse Rep. Mary Sattler Peltola’s candidacy for the U.S. House of Representatives.
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CIRI Celebrates 2022 Summer Interns
This year, CIRI was pleased to host five full-time summer interns.
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Video Demonstration: Smoked Salmon
Need tips on how to smoke your summer salmon? Let CIRI’s own Vicki Otte lead you through the step-by-step process!
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INTERN-al Affairs
My name is Lauren Culhane, and I am honored to intern with CIRI in the Corporate Affairs department this summer.
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Save the Date: 2022 Alaska Federation of Natives Convention
The 2022 Alaska Federation of Natives Convention will be held Oct. 20-22 in Anchorage.
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CIRI Summer Interns Visit Chickaloon
Archeological discoveries on tribal lands are essential to preserving Alaska Native identity and transmitting Indigenous ways of knowing from one generation to the next.
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Maple Springs Grand Opening
For many years, Alaska’s senior housing market has struggled to meet the needs of its older residents.
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Alaska Native Hire Job Fair—September 22
The Alaska Native Hire Job Fair will be held noon to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 22 in Anchorage.
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Anchorage Museum Programs Bridge Past and Future
The Anchorage Museum tells the story of the people and landscapes of the North through its programs, exhibitions and collection.
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Conversations with CIRI Shareholders and Descendants
"Conversations" is a video series produced by CIRI that features candid interviews with CIRI Shareholders and Descendants.
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2022 Annual Meeting Prize Winners
View this year's Annual Meeting eVote, Early Bird, GreenLink and Webcast prize winners.
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CIRI’s 50th Anniversary—June 8, 2022
CIRI was established June 8, 1972, under terms of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. CIRI’s 50th anniversary gives us the opportunity to not only ...
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CIRI Achieves Highest Revenue, Net Income in 10 Years
CIRI achieved exceptional financial performance in 2021.
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Q’eschł Heritage Center
More than a museum, the Q’eschił Heritage Center will celebrate the Ninilchik Tribe's distinct culture and history.
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Descendant Spotlight: Rebecca Taylor
CIRI Descendant Rebecca Taylor’s (Inupiaq) art allows her to both create and release, connect with the past and exist in the present moment.
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Information Meeting, Annual Meeting of Shareholders
As the Annual Meeting will be held via livestream, voting in the election of Directors will only be by proxy. Shareholders may vote online at ...
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Apply Now for CIRI’s Virtual Mentoring Program
The next program application deadline is Friday, July 22.
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Apply Now to Serve on CIRI’s Shareholder and Descendant Participation Committees
Interested and eligible Shareholders and Descendants are asked to apply by June 24.
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2022 Farewell Sheep Hunting Permits
As in previous years, recreational use permits will be issued for access to portions of the Farewell area for Dall sheep hunting in 2022.
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Thank You to Our 2021 Holiday Craft Bazaar Supporters and Donors
CIRI would like to thank all those who contributed to and supported the 2021 CIRI Holiday Craft Bazaar!
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Shareholder Spotlight: Jeff Hurlburt
CIRI shareholder Jeff Hurlburt has made it his “life’s passion” to assist and support Alaska Native people through his nonprofit organization Dena’ina Strong.
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2022 Native Youth Olympic Games
The 2022 Junior Games (athlete registration open through March 1) will be held virtually. The Senior Games will be held in person April 21-23.
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Pick.Click.Give. Now through March 31
Among the eligible 2021 Pick.Click.Give. organizations are three CIRI-affiliated community nonprofits: Alaska Native Heritage Center, Alaska Native Justice Center and KNBA FM/Koahnic Broadcast Corp.
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ANCSA Celebrates 50 Years
The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, signed into law Dec. 18, 1971, settled Alaska Native peoples’ aboriginal land claims and distributed 44 million acres of ...
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2022 Board Recruitment
The CIRI Nominating Committee is seeking CIRI shareholders interested in nomination to the 2022 CIRI Board of Directors’ candidate slate.
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November is Native American Heritage Month
Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the rich and diverse ancestry, cultures, histories and traditions of Alaska Native and American Indian peoples.
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CIRI’s Virtual Mentoring Program
With the goal of providing professional and personal development for CIRI shareholders and descendants, CIRI’s inaugural Virtual Mentoring Program kicked off Oct. 8.
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CIRI Holiday Closure: Dec. 23-31, 2021
In observance of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, CIRI will be closed Dec. 23-31, 2021.
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Save the Date: 2021 Virtual Annual AFN Convention
The 2021 Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) Convention will be held Monday, Dec. 13 through Wednesday, Dec. 15 in Anchorage.
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North Wind Employee Places Third in Air Force ‘Innovation Rodeo’
Each year, AFIMSC Ventures holds an “Innovation Rodeo” to help Airmen and civilian members of mission-support groups around the world pitch ideas, partner with innovation ...
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2020-2021 Youth Educational Incentive Prize Winners
To encourage youth to attend and excel at school, CIRI conducts twice-yearly prize drawings for students in grades 7-12 who maintain a GPA of 3.5 ...
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Barbara Donatelli Retires After 41 Years with CIRI
Please join CIRI as we congratulate Senior Vice President Barbara Donatelli on her retirement!
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2021 CIRI C3 Experience Goes Virtual
Returning from a year of absence due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the CIRI C3 Experience went virtual for the first time this year.
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Shareholder Spotlight: KC Elvis
When other kids were reading the comics section of their local newspaper, KC Elvis was reading the business section.
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We’re Hiring!
CIRI is currently recruiting for the position of Director, Shareholder Services.
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2021 Annual Meeting of Shareholders
Thank you to all those who tuned in to this year’s Annual Meeting of Shareholders, held Saturday, June 5 via virtual meeting webcast.
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ANCs Win Tribal CARES Act Case
On June 25, 2021, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Alaska Native regional and village corporations are eligible to receive federal CARES Act funding.
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2022 CIRI Calendar Photo Contest
CIRI is seeking historical photos from shareholders and descendants for use in its 2022 calendar.
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2021 Board Election Results
CIRI shareholders elected five Directors to the CIRI Board of Directors at the company’s 2021 Annual Meeting, held via webcast on June 5.
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Shareholder Spotlight: Tia Hale
CIRI shareholder Tia Hale (Athabascan and Inupiaq) is passionate about, well, just about everything.
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2021 Annual Meeting Prize Winners
This year's eVote, Early Bird and Annual Meeting prize winners.
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COVID-19 Funeral Assistance
FEMA is providing financial assistance for COVID-19-related funeral expenses incurred after Jan. 20, 2020.
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Former CIRI Board Director Penny Carty Passes Away at 72
Original CIRI enrollee and former CIRI Board Director Penny L. Carty (Aleut) passed away April 14 in Anchorage.
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Federal Assistance for Broadband
The federal Emergency Broadband Benefit Program provides a temporary discount on monthly broadband bills for qualifying low-income households.
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Southcentral Foundation: President/CEO Recruitment
The Southcentral Foundation board of directors is seeking qualified candidates for the position of SCF president/CEO.
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2021 Annual Meeting of Shareholders Q&A
Shareholders were invited to submit questions during the 2021 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, held via virtual meeting webcast on June 5.
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More than Just Fish
Volunteers distributed 12,000 pounds of fish to Alaska Native families on March 25 and 26 as part of Operation Fish Drop, a grass-roots initiative to ...
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2021 Annual Meeting eVote and Early Bird Prizes
All proxies must be received by 2 p.m. AKDT on Wednesday, May 26.
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Update to CIRI Recreational Land Use Permitting Policy
One of CIRI’s corporate values is respect, which includes respect for the land and promoting responsible stewardship of CIRI resources.
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CIRI Surveys and Focus Groups
This spring, Craciun Research will be conducting shareholder and descendant surveys and focus groups on CIRI’s behalf.
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Guide to the 2020 Annual Report
CIRI recently released its 2020 Annual Report, which summarizes the company's performance last year and contains information readers can use to better understand CIRI's business ...
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2021 CIRI Information Meeting
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and in the interest of everyone’s health and safety, CIRI will not hold in-person Information Meetings this year.
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Land Selection Process for Alaska Native Vietnam-Era Veterans
The Alaska Native Vietnam Veterans Allotment Program of 2019 permits eligible Vietnam-era veterans or their heirs to apply for up to 160 acres federal land ...
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2021 Farewell Dall Sheep Hunting Permits
As in previous years, recreational use permits will be issued for access to portions of the Farewell area for Dall sheep hunting in 2021.
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Native Youth Olympic Games 2021
The ongoing public-health crisis may force changes to the 2021 Native Youth Olympic Games, but it can’t change its spirit!
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GreenLink Prize Drawings
Shareholders who reduce their carbon footprint by opting for electronic delivery of certain materials have two more chances to win $1,000!
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Pick.Click.Give. 2021
Among the eligible 2021 Pick.Click.Give. organizations are three CIRI-affiliated nonprofits: Alaska Native Heritage Center, Alaska Native Justice Center and KNBA FM/Koahnic Broadcast Corp.
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Shareholder Spotlight: Richard Perry
Original CIRI enrollee Richard Perry (Yup’ik and Athabascan) describes himself as an artist, writer and storyteller.
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2020 Tax Information
CIRI IRS Forms 1099 for the 2020 tax year will be mailed no later than Feb. 1, 2021.
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2020 AFN Award Recipients
Each year, the Alaska Federation of Natives awards honor Native and non-Native leaders in recognition of their dedicated efforts to serving the Native community.
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Coming Soon: Cultures of CIRI and Virtual Mentoring Program
CIRI is rolling out two exciting new web-based programs in early 2021— Cultures of CIRI and virtual mentoring.
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2021 CIRI Calendar Photo Contest
Congratulations to the winners of the 2021 CIRI calendar photo contest!
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Recipe: Salmon Mousse
As the author wrote about this recipe, “An easy-to-make, delicious salmon mousse, not too rich and quite flavorful. Perfect for spreading on crackers and crudité ...
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Qenek Portal Enhancements
CIRI’s Qenek portal is a free online resource that provides easy access to a wealth of news, information and forms, while also offering the convenience ...
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Reminder: CIRI Holiday Closure
In observance of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, CIRI will be closed Thursday, Dec. 24, 2020, through Friday, Jan. 1, 2021.
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Statement Issued in Support of ANCs Receiving CARES Act Funding
On Sept. 25, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit ruled that Alaska Native corporations are ineligible for CARES Act funding.
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Apply Now: 2021 Virtual Next Gen Day
Shareholders and descendants 10 years through high-school age are invited to apply to participate in CIRI’s 2021 Next Gen Day, which will be held virtually. ...
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Shareholder Spotlight: Clara Amidon
CIRI shareholder Clara Amidon (Yup’ik and Unangan) never dreamed she’d be teaching virtually during a pandemic.
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2021 Board Recruitment
The CIRI Nominating Committee is seeking CIRI shareholders interested in nomination to the 2021 CIRI Board of Directors’ candidate slate.
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2020 Virtual Potlatch
In lieu of our annual in-person gatherings, please join CIRI for a virtual Friendship Potlatch!
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October: Celebrating Our Alaska Native Heritage
Alaska Native people have much to celebrate during the month of October!
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U.S. Court Rules ANCs Ineligible for CARES Act Funding
On Sept. 25, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit ruled that Alaska Native corporations are ineligible for CARES Act funding.
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Missing: More than 550 Alaska Native Veterans Eligible for Federal Land
Readers may recall earlier Raven’s Circle articles that referenced the John D. Dingell Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act, which contains a provision to help ...
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Urgent Request: Respond to the 2020 U.S. Census!
The U.S. Census Bureau has announced it will wrap up the survey Sept. 30, a month sooner than previously expected.
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CARES Act Funding Update
The CARES Act was passed by Congress on March 27, 2020. Soon after a lawsuit was filed challenging the right of Alaska Native corporations, like ...
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CIRI Invests in Wood Biomass Fuel Enterprise
Earlier this year, CIRI became an investor in the Enviva Holdings wood biomass fuel enterprise.
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2020 CIRI Friendship Potlatches Cancelled
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, CIRI’s 2020 Friendship Potlatches have been cancelled.
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Shareholder Spotlight: Eric Watson
Even during a global pandemic, CIRI shareholder Eric Watson is committed to helping the eight federally recognized tribes within the Cook Inlet region collaborate and ...
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Registration and Vote-by-Mail Reminder
Alaskans have through Oct. 3 to register to vote or update any outdated voter registration information for this year’s general election, which will take place ...
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Get Out the Native Vote Becomes CITC Affiliate
There has arguably never been a more important time for Alaska Native voters to make their voices heard.
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August is National Immunization Awareness Month
Ensuring that routine vaccination is maintained or reinitiated during the COVID-19 pandemic is essential for protecting individuals and communities from vaccine-preventable diseases and outbreaks.
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Nonprofit Spotlight
With its mission of building strong foundations with Alaska Native families through Alaska Native cultures and education, Cook Inlet Native Head Start provides children a ...
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CIRI Calendar Photo Contest for 2021
CIRI is seeking high-resolution electronic photos from shareholders and descendants for use in the 2021 CIRI calendar.
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Get Out the Native Vote
This is a big election year in Alaska, with multiple state ballot measures, a U.S. Senate seat, a U.S. House seat and most of the ...
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Your 2020 U.S. Census Questions Answered
If you’re confused or have questions about the 2020 U.S. Census, you’re not alone!
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2020 Board Election Results
Preliminary results indicate that CIRI shareholders re-elected five incumbent directors to the CIRI Board of Directors.
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Vietnam Veterans Allotment Update
You may recall earlier Raven’s Circle articles that referenced the John D. Dingell Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act, which contains a provision to help ...
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SPC Terms Extended
The terms of currently serving SPC members have been extended an additional year.
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Shareholder Spotlight: Amber Christensen Fullmer
CIRI shareholder Amber Christensen Fullmer (Inupiaq) decided to mark her hands and arms with traditional lines because, as a mixed-race person, “I could step out ...
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Alaskans May Now Apply Online to Vote by Mail
Alaskans may now apply online for absentee ballots, making it easier to vote by mail in the 2020 primary and general elections.
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2020 U.S. Census Reminder
Every Alaskan who responds to the Census increases the amount of money and resources we have to care for each other and Alaska for the ...
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Changes to CIRI’s Recreational Use Permitting Policy
Kenai Peninsula moose and bear hunting permits now available exclusively to CIRI shareholders and descendants.
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Vote Your Proxy
Online voting at vote.ciri.com is quick and easy, allows shareholders to vote anytime, anywhere (even when social distancing), and is more environmentally friendly.
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Shareholder Spotlight: Cynthia Demientieff
A family tragedy at a young age set CIRI shareholder Cynthia Demientieff on a lifelong path of helping others.
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UPDATE: CIRI Information Meetings and Annual Meeting of Shareholders
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and in the interest of everyone’s health and safety, CIRI has cancelled its in-person 2020 spring Information Meetings and Annual ...
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Descendant Spotlight: LeeAnn Cooper Garrick
When LeeAnn Cooper Garrick was a young teen, her father picked her up after school one day and took her to the Bureau of Indian ...
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President’s Message: COVID-19 Update
CIRI takes our responsibility to the well-being of our employees, shareholders and the community very seriously.
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2020 CIRI C3 Experience
The CIRI C3 Experience is an overnight camp that brings together young CIRI shareholders and descendants to foster leadership skills and help prepare them for ...
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Direct Deposit Vouchers to be Discontinued
Beginning with the March 2020 distributions, paper vouchers will no longer be mailed to shareholders who receive their payments via direct deposit.
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Save the Date: 2020 Information and Annual Meetings
CIRI Information Meetings will be held April 18 in Anchorage; April 25 in Kenai, Alaska; and May 9 in Puyallup, Wash. The Annual Meeting of ...
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Shareholder Spotlight: Rhonda Shelford Jansen
CIRI shareholder Rhonda Shelford Jansen’s art may evoke images of the past, but it took coming into her own as an adult and evolving past ...
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Nonprofit Spotlight: Cook Inlet Tribal Council
Offering a broad spectrum of services, Cook Inlet Tribal Council helps AN/AI people reach their full potential through education and employment services, family preservation and ...
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2020 Farewell Sheep Hunting Permits
As in previous years, recreational use permits will be issued for access to portions of the Farewell area for Dall sheep hunting in 2020.
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2020 Next Gen Day
Thank you to the young CIRI shareholders and descendants who attended Next Gen Day, held Jan. 20 at CIRI’s corporate offices in Anchorage!
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New Quarterly eNewsletter Prize Drawing
To increase participation, quarterly prize drawings are conducted from the names of shareholders enrolled in CIRI’s eNewsletter Program who have valid email and mailing addresses ...
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Shareholder Spotlight: Clinton Ray Lageson
Though CIRI shareholder Clinton Ray Lageson spends much of his time collaborating with and advocating for Alaska Native and American Indian people across the U.S., ...
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Donate to Pick.Click.Give. Beginning Jan. 1
While applying for their Alaska Permanent Fund Dividends online, Alaskans may choose to Pick.Click.Give. to eligible charitable and educational organizations.
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CIRI Board Member Conferred Honorary Degree
Congratulations to CIRI Board Vice Chair Margaret “Margie” L. Brown, who received a fall 2019 honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from the University of ...
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CIHA Celebrates Ch’anikna Commons Grand Opening
Cook Inlet Housing Authority held a grand opening celebration for its newest family housing development, Ch’anikna Commons, on Sept. 24, 2019.
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Board Write-in Candidate Information due Feb. 19
As in the past, all shareholders interested in running for the CIRI Board of Directors as write-in candidates will have an opportunity to submit their ...
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Southcentral Foundation 23rd Annual Gathering
Southcentral Foundation's 23rd Annual Gathering will be held Saturday, Feb. 8 in Anchorage.
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The Nat’uh Service Center has Reopened
After more than a year away, most Cook Inlet Tribal Council programs have returned or will soon be returning to the Nat’uh Service Center in ...
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2019 CIRI Shareholder Tax Information
IRS 1099 forms for the 2019 tax year will be mailed to shareholders on Jan. 31, 2020.
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Junior Native Youth Olympics
Junior Native Youth Olympics will be held Feb. 14-16 in Anchorage.
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Shareholder Spotlight: Thomas Yates
After the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, CIRI shareholder Thomas Yates (Athabascan) wanted to fight.
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Alaska Native Vietnam Veterans Land Allotment Application Period to Open September 2020
The John D. Dingell Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act includes a provision to help Alaska Native veterans of the Vietnam War era select up ...
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Veterans Day – November 11, 2019
With respect, honor and gratitude, CIRI would like to take this opportunity to thank all who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
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CIRI Holiday Office Closure
In observance of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, CIRI offices will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2019, through Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020.
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National Native American Heritage Month
National Native American Heritage Month is a celebration of the contributions America's First Peoples have made to the establishment and growth of the U.S.
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Shape Our Future
Why is the 2020 census important? The data gathered will provide vital information to leaders in your school, your Tribal and local village governments, and ...
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Wells Fargo Check Cashing Fees
Wells Fargo typically charges a $7.50 fee to individuals who do not have a Wells Fargo bank account but wish to cash a check issued ...
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CIRI Addresses Trespass Issues
When it comes to mitigating trespass and protecting CIRI lands, we need our shareholders' help!
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Descendant Spotlight: Piper Tolbert
With a background in political science, a heart to help and a passion for activism, it doesn’t seem too far-fetched that CIRI descendant Piper Tolbert ...
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2020 Board Election
The CIRI Nominating Committee is seeking CIRI shareholders interested in nomination to the 2020 CIRI Board of Directors’ candidate slate.
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ANJC Voices for Justice Fundraiser
Join the Alaska Native Justice Center on Nov. 6 for its annual Voices for Justice Fundraiser.
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Indigenous Peoples’ Day – Oct. 14, 2019
A recognition of America’s First Peoples and a celebration of Native survival and endurance, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, observed the second Monday of October, has replaced ...
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2019 CIRI Elder, Shareholder and Youth Awards
Join us in congratulating William "Bill" English Sr., Chief Gary Harrison and Kiona Kuhn!
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2019 Youth Art Contest Winners
Join us in congratulating Aidan Gilliam, Brooklyn Koenigs, Zoe Pagano and Malaya Meyer!
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Save the Date: Northwest Friendship Potlatch
Please RSVP for the Northwest Friendship Potlatch, to be held Saturday, Nov. 9 in Puyallup, Washington.
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast Cancer Awareness Month provides an opportunity to increase awareness of breast cancer and help those affected by the disease.
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Fourth Quarter Distributions
CST distributions in the amount of $10.51/share will be mailed or directly deposited Tuesday, Dec. 10. Elders' Settlement Trust distributions of $450 will be mailed ...
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Anchorage Plastic Bag Ban
Effective Sept. 15, Anchorage retailers stopped providing plastic bags to shoppers.
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Save the Date: CIRI Holiday Craft Bazaar
CIRI’s Holiday Craft Bazaar will host approximately 60 Alaska Native artists selling an array of unique handmade items, including beadwork, carvings, clothing, jewelry, woven baskets ...
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