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Cook Inlet Region, Inc (CIRI) is an Alaska Native Corporation based in Anchorage, Alaska.

02/09/2024

A reminder that CIRI offices are closed today in observance of Labor Day. Wishing our Shareholders and Descendants a fun and safe holiday!

31/08/2024

Happy ! Beaches function as dynamic ecosystems, providing habitat for numerous species of plants and animals. Alaska has 34,000 miles of shoreline—more than the rest of the U.S. combined. 🌊 Common sights at Cook Inlet beaches include, clockwise from left: sea star, bull kelp, sea urchin shell, driftwood, sea anemone, mussels and barnacles, sea glass, bald eagle

29/08/2024

Download forms, browse traditional recipes, access distribution information and more in the MyCIRI app! 📲 Shareholders and confirmed Descendants who download the app by the Friday, Aug. 30 deadline will automatically be entered into a prize drawing for $250!
iPhone: shorturl.at/Zu5Jy
Android: shorturl.at/ym460

29/08/2024

THURSDAY TRIVIA! Post the correct answer by 11:59 p.m. AKDT today (8/29) for a chance to win!

QUESTION: In addition to receiving their distributions more quickly, Shareholders who are enrolled in CIRI's direct deposit program and have a current mailing address on file with CIRI are eligible for quarterly prize drawings of $250. This week's question is twofold: 1) What document(s) are needed to sign up for direct deposit, and 2) what is the direct-deposit deadline for the third quarter distribution?

28/08/2024

Change lives by becoming a CIRI mentor! Hone your interpersonal and coaching skills, connect with other professionals and help develop the next generation of Alaska Native leaders.
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Mentors need not be CIRI Shareholders, Descendants or Alaska Native people; the opportunity is open to professionals within the broader community. Since this is a virtual program, participants may live anywhere in the U.S.
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Becoming a mentor requires only filling out a short online application and submitting it by the Aug. 30 deadline. More info and an application link at ciri.com/mentorship

26/08/2024

In 2021, evidence of unmarked graves was discovered on the grounds of an Indian residential school in Canada. Set amidst a groundbreaking investigation, "Sugarcane" is an epic cinematic portrait of a community during a moment of international reckoning. Refreshments will be served 6:15 - 7 p.m. Following the film will be a Q&A panel with directors Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie.

🎥 6:15 p.m. doors, 7 p.m. start; Wednesday, Aug. 28
🎥 Anchorage Museum, 7th Avenue entrance
🎥 Free and open to the public
🎥 Register: shorturl.at/Ni1dd

22/08/2024

THURSDAY TRIVIA! Post the correct answer by 11:59 p.m. AKDT today (8/22) for a chance to win!

QUESTION: CIRI's designated Tribal organizations (DTO) provide health care, housing, employment, education, and other social and cultural enrichment services to Alaska Native/American Indian people living in the Cook Inlet region. This week's question is twofold: 1) Which CIRI DTO was established on Aug. 24, and 2) in what year was it established?

21/08/2024

With Anchorage School District later start times for middle school (10:30 a.m. Monday and 9:30 a.m. Tuesday-Friday), Cook Inlet Tribal Council, Inc. is making before-school programming available at its Denełchin Lab! Students will enjoy quiet time, homework help, cultural activities and more! Students will then be transported to the following middle schools:

🏫Begich (within walking distance)
🏫Central
🏫Clark
🏫Romig
🏫Wendler

Before-school care is available to Alaska Native/American Indian students enrolled in the Anchorage School District. Register at https://bit.ly/3X9nff2

20/08/2024

Alaska's primary election is today! Polls are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. for in-person voting. If you’re not sure where your polling place is, or whether you’re registered, visit myvoterportal.alaska.gov.

19/08/2024

Thank you for your generous support and participation in this year's Golf Classic!

North Wind was honored to support the 40th annual CIRI Golf Classic, which began in 1983 and has since raised nearly $3 million. This year's proceeds will benefit "The Children’s Lunchbox," a program of Bean’s Café, and the "Indigenous People Set Up Shop," a program of the Anchorage Community Land Trust.

18/08/2024

A reminder that for the 2024 moose hunting season, Ninilchik Traditional Council (NTC) will issue hunting permits for CIRI Shareholders and Descendants who wish to access CIRI-owned lands within Game Management Unit 15C. NTC will begin issuing permits tomorrow (Monday, Aug. 19).

For more information, including a map of GMU15C, visit ciri.com/shareholder-news/2024-moose-hunting-program

17/08/2024

Meet CIRI's summer interns! 💙 We are pleased to have Aaron Oskolkoff (Aleut) interning in our Legal department this summer. Aaron is a second-year law and MBA student studying at Western New England School of Law. Thank you for your contributions to Team CIRI this summer, Aaron!

14/08/2024

Meet CIRI's summer interns! 💙 We are pleased to have Danika Herndon (Koyukon Athabascan) interning in our Corporate Communications department this summer. Danika is a rising sophomore at the University of Alaska Anchorage, majoring in health sciences. Look for Danika's INTERN-al Affairs column in the upcoming Raven's Circle newsletter!

13/08/2024

Alaska Game Management Unit (GMU) 15C, located on the Kenai Peninsula, encompasses lands owned by both CIRI and the Ninilchik Natives Association. For the 2024 moose hunting season, Ninilchik Traditional Council (NTC) will issue hunting permits for CIRI Shareholders and Descendants who wish to access CIRI-owned lands within GMU15C.
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NTC will begin issuing permits on Aug. 19. Permits may be obtained at the NTC office, 15910 Sterling Highway, Ninilchik, AK 99639. Moose hunting within GMU15C will be open Sept. 1-25. More info, including a map, at ciri.com/shareholder-news/2024-moose-hunting-program

12/08/2024

Mentors in CIRI's virtual mentoring program boast a range of professional backgrounds, skills and experience, but they have one thing in common — they love being mentors!

If you're interested in helping develop the next generation of Alaska Native leaders, consider becoming a CIRI mentor. You'll hone your interpersonal and coaching skills, connect with other professionals and have a lot of fun! Application deadline is Friday Aug. 30. Find out more at ciri.com/mentorship

10/08/2024

Today, we recognize and celebrate all the world's Indigenous peoples — especially our Alaska Native Shareholders and Descendants!

09/08/2024

📸 REMINDER: The 2024 CIRI Photo Contest deadline is this Sunday, Aug. 11—don't miss your chance to win cash prizes up to $500! The contest is open to CIRI Shareholders and confirmed Descendants ages 10-18+. More info: shorturl.at/qtzDO

08/08/2024

THURSDAY TRIVIA! Post the correct answer by 11:59 p.m. AKDT on Sunday, Aug. 11 for a chance to win!

QUESTION: International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples is observed each year in August to raise awareness and protect the rights of the world's Indigenous populations. This event also recognizes the achievements and contributions of Indigenous peoples, such as environmental protection. Today’s question is, on what day is International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples commemorated?

07/08/2024

Meet CIRI's summer interns! 💙 We are pleased to have Lauren Muller (Haida/Inupiaq) interning in our IT department this summer. Lauren is a rising sophomore at Michigan State University, majoring in computer science. Welcome, Lauren!

05/08/2024

CIRI offices will be closed today beginning at 11 a.m. for an all-staff event. The Qenek portal will remain available. We look forward to serving you tomorrow during our regularly scheduled office hours!

05/08/2024

"Run for Healing, Run for Justice"—join MMIWG2s Alaska for a 5k run/walk to honor missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and relatives. Help raise awareness and provide a healthy healing activity for our community! ❤️🖤

When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10
Location: Goose Lake, 2811 UAA Drive, Anchorage
Who: Family-friendly and open to the public. No registration fee; donations gratefully accepted.
To register: https://mmiwg2salaska.org/current-events-1

04/08/2024

ALASKANS: The deadline to request a vote-by-mail/absentee ballot for the upcoming primary election is Saturday, August 10! 📬 Alaska is a No Excuse voting state, which means individuals who are at least 18 (or will become 18 within 90 days of applying) can apply to vote absentee by mail, fax or online delivery. You can apply online and request an absentee ballot for the general election at the same time: absenteeballotapplication.alaska.gov/

03/08/2024

Did you know you can view and apply for CIRI Shareholder + Descendant programs in the MyCIRI app? 📲 Pictured, L to R: Art Contest (ages 5-18+), CIRI Participation Committee (ages 18+) and Next Gen Day (ages 10-17)! As a reminder, Shareholders and confirmed Descendants who download the app by Aug. 30 will be automatically entered to win $250!
For iPhone: shorturl.at/Zu5Jy
For Android: shorturl.at/ym460

01/08/2024

Sign up now to attend Cook Inlet Tribal Council, Inc.'s fall Tribal Youth Leadership Summit! This is an excellent opportunity for Alaska Native young adults (ages 18+) to engage in dialogue and activities related to subsistence, culture and land management. Share your perspective and connect with other Alaska Native young adults and Tribal leaders!

When: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 8 (breakfast and lunch provided)
Location: 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage
To register: There is no application deadline or formal application process; if you are interested in attending or have questions, email [email protected]

01/08/2024

THURSDAY TRIVIA! Post the correct answer by 11:59 p.m. AKDT on Sunday, Aug. 4 for a chance to win!

QUESTION: June, July and August are known as the Summer Shani by the Dena’ina people. The month of August is known as Benen K’enedlidi. Today's question is, what is the English translation of Benen K’enedlidi?

01/08/2024

The Native Village of Eklutna will hold its biennial Powwow/Potlatch celebration beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3 and Sunday, Aug. 4 at Eklutna Village, Mile 26.5 on the Glenn Highway. This is an opportunity for the community to interact with the Eklutna Village and its Athabascan traditions, ceremonies, artists, musicians and dance groups.

This all-ages, family-friendly event is open to the public; all are welcome. Please bring a dish to share!

30/07/2024

REMINDER: The 2024 CIRI Photo Contest runs through Sunday, Aug. 11! 📸 Shareholders and confirmed Descendants (ages 10-18+) are invited to share, through original photography, what being part of the CIRI family means to you! Cash prizes will be awarded for 1st and 2nd place in each of three age categories. More info: shorturl.at/qtzDO

29/07/2024

Meet CIRI's summer interns! 💙 We are pleased to have Joseph Sherry (Inupiaq) interning in our Land and Energy department this summer. Joseph is a rising junior at Seattle University, majoring in mechanical engineering with a minor mathematics. Welcome, Joseph!

27/07/2024

Mentor recruitment begins today! CIRI is looking for mentors dedicated to advising, supporting and helping grow the next generation of Alaska Native leaders. Mentors need not be CIRI Shareholders, Descendants or Alaska Native people—the opportunity is open to professionals within the broader community. Since this is a virtual program, participants may live anywhere in the U.S.

The application deadline is Friday, Aug. 30. For more information, visit ciri.com/mentorship

25/07/2024

Happy ! We are thrilled to host six interns this summer: Aaron Oskolkoff (Aleut), Paisley Protzman (Inupiaq/Oneida), Lauren Muller (Haida/Inupiaq), Brooke Schurosky (Inupiaq), Danika Herndon (Koyukon Athabascan) and Joseph Sherry (Inupiaq). Summer highlights have included cultural activities, field trips, networking events and more!
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Interns play a vital role within CIRI, bringing fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, energy and enthusiasm. Thank you to our interns for spending your summer with us—we can't wait to see where your journey takes you!

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Happy #NationalInternDay! We are thrilled to host six interns this summer: Aaron Oskolkoff (Aleut), Paisley Protzman (Inupiaq/Oneida), Lauren Muller (Haida/Inupiaq), Brooke Schurosky (Inupiaq), Danika Herndon (Koyukon Athabascan) and Joseph Sherry (Inupiaq). Summer highlights have included cultural activities, field trips, networking events and more! 💙 Interns play a vital role within CIRI, bringing fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, energy and enthusiasm. Thank you to our interns for spending your summer with us—we can't wait to see where your journey takes you!

Find out why a CIRI internship is #MoreThanASummerJob! Expand your horizons as you focus on your goals, immerse yourself in Alaska Native culture and meet amazing mentors along the way. The 2024 CIRI summer internship application deadline is this Friday, April 26. Apply via the Careers page on the CIRI website!

The application window for the CIRI summer internship program is now open! Immerse yourself in Alaska Native culture, get an in-depth look at CIRI's business operations, build and enhance your professional network, and enjoy a work experience customized just for you! All interns receive a competitive hourly wage and living stipend. Find out more and apply by the April 26 deadline: https://www.ciri.com/shareholders-descendants/programs/internships/

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Help shape the future of our company! If you are a voting CIRI Shareholder age 18+, you are invited to apply to the CIRI Board of Directors. The application period runs through Jan. 8, 2024. Find out more at ciri.com/2024-board-recruitment

Sophie's Video

Today, Sophie Minich will step down after an incredible 30-year career with CIRI, her last 10 as our president and CEO. Sophie’s integrity, kindness and genuine care for others have been hallmarks of her time with our company. Cheers to Sophie, a leader who inspires us every day—please join us in thanking and wishing her well!

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas to our Shareholders, Descendants and their families! Wishing you a bright and beautiful holiday filled with love, light and laughter.

Next Gen Day

2024 Next Gen Day is coming Monday, Jan. 15! Calling all CIRI Shareholders and Descendants aged 10-17! Join us for a captivating experience delving into the richness of Alaska Native culture. Engage in arts and crafts, savor traditional foods, and gain insights into your corporation and the exciting opportunities awaiting you. Don't miss out—every participant will receive a personalized culture box! More info and to apply: ciri.com/shareholders-descendants/programs/next-gen-day/

CIRI Board Recruitment

Next Gen Day: January 15

SAVE THE DATE! 2024 Next Gen Day is just around the corner! *Apply no matter where you live — virtual option available!* CIRI Shareholders and Descendants ages 10-17 are invited to immerse themselves in Alaska Native culture—including arts and crafts and sampling traditional foods—while learning more about their corporation and the opportunities available to them. All attendees will receive a custom culture box! The application deadline is Friday, Jan. 5. Next Gen Day will be held Monday, Jan. 15 (in-person in Anchorage and virtual). More info and to apply: https://www.ciri.com/shareholders-descendants/programs/next-gen-day/

Darla Grahm - AFN Panel Discussion

Congratulations to Darla Graham (Yup'ik), director of CIRI Shareholder and Descendant Programs! Darla was invited to share her insights on cultural programming and education at this year's Alaska Federation of Natives Convention. During the panel discussion—entitled "Cutting-Edge Culture: Exploring Modern Approaches to Creating Sustainable, Innovative Cultural Programs"—Darla shared inspiration for implementing cultural programs and easy ways to share culture with the people in your life. Congratulations, Darla!

ANJC: Sarah

CIRI congratulates the Alaska Native Justice Center on 30 years of impact, partnership and service to Our People! We are pleased to support ANJC and its mission: justice for Alaska Native people. You, too, can support ANJC’s mission by attending the annual “Voices for Justice” fundraiser this Thursday in Anchorage: anjc.org/voices-for-justice-2023/. Or show your support now! All donations made to ANJC between now and Nov. 30 will be matched 2:1 by GCI up to $10,000. Donate online at bit.ly/47DzClE

Gifting Shares: April Kyle 2

Questions about gifting shares? We’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions along with helpful answers. Link: https://www.ciri.com/shareholders-descendants/forms-records-and-gifting/stock-gifting/gifting-shares/

Moose Soup Recipe: 1 pound moose or beef stew meat 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 large carrots 4 celery stalks 1 onion 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 large russet potato 6 to 8 cups water 1 cup dried elbow macaroni pasta 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 can stewed tomatoes 1 packet dry onion soup mix, such as Lipton Salt and pepper (to taste) 1 teaspoon dried oregano Kimchi or chopped fresh parsley (optional) Directions: Cut meat and chop vegetables into bite-size pieces. Dab meat dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Set aside. Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottom soup pot. Brown the moose meat, along with the onion, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce. Add water and onion soup mix and bring to a boil. Once the soup is boiling, add carrots, celery, stewed tomatoes, potato, macaroni, and oregano. Reduce heat to a simmer; cook until potatoes are tender and macaroni is al dente. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve soup hot. Top bowls with kimchi or parsley, if desired.

Gifting Shares: April Kyle

Gifting shares to the next generation of CIRI Shareholders imparts a sense of connection with their Alaska Native heritage and strengthens our Corporation. Link: https://www.ciri.com/shareholders-descendants/forms-records-and-gifting/stock-gifting/gifting-shares/

CIRI: Virtual Mentoring Program

Ready to level up in your career and broaden your horizons? Connect with experienced mentors, cultivate valuable relationships, and unlock your path to success. Apply for our Virtual Mentoring Program - space is limited. Apply: https://www.ciri.com/shareholders-descendants/programs/shareholders-desgrams-mentorship/

Mentor Program: Elyse

Elyse's success story is proof that joining CIRI's Virtual Mentoring Program is a game-changer! Are you ready to experience AMAZING results too? Apply today and unlock your potential with our dedicated mentors. Deadline: Friday, Sept. 22. Apply at: ciri.com/mentorship

Ivan Encelewski: Gifting Campaign

Preserve culture for future generations! Consider gifting shares! #giftingshares #CIRI Gift your shares at: https://bit.ly/3YGkQaE

Thank you to the Alaska Native Heritage Center for the Yup'ik translation and audio recording of the phrase "I love him/her/it." 😍 We are grateful for your partnership! 💙

Thank you to the Alaska Native Heritage Center for the Yup'ik translation and audio recording of the phrase "he/she/it loves me." 🥰 We are grateful for your partnership! 💙

CIRI summer intern Savanah Encelewski (Athabascan and Alutiiq/Sugpiaq) describes the positive impact interning at CIRI had on her own life and career. 💙 CIRI Shareholders and Descendants who are current college/vocational students or recent graduates are invited to apply to the 2023 CIRI summer internship program by the Friday, April 28 deadline! For more information and an application link, visit https://www.ciri.com/shareholders-descendants/programs/internships/

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Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI)

An Alaska Native regional corporation rooted in the heritage and culture of our shareholders.

Created in 1972 following passage of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act and proudly owned by approximately 9,100 shareholders, CIRI is a model of success, with business interests that stretch across Alaska and throughout the nation.

CIRI’s primary business segments include real estate, government services, oilfield services, investment securities, private equity and venture funds, land and natural resources, and energy and infrastructure.

CIRI approaches business with a philosophy of respect, honesty and working together to overcome challenges -- values Our People have promoted for thousands of years.