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The MCFN recently signed a wide-ranging Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with York University that will help with that. The MOU, which is a formal but usually non-binding document, aims to strengthen ties between the MCFN and York University by \u201cworking collaboratively in the spirit of reciprocity,\u201d according to the official press release. The most important aspect of this MOU and the partnership between York and the MCFN is the benefits it will bring for First Nations in the educational system. 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