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Story Topic: Community

Community

Kwak’wala Language Group

Posted on May 16, 2018 by Sara Fulla

There are approximately 100+ Kwakwaka’wakw members living in Nanaimo, BC. The Kwak’wala Language Group started in Nanaimo in September 2017. Three faculty members from Vancouver Island University (VIU) wrote a proposal to the Aboriginal Service Plan, which is administrated through the Office of Aboriginal Education and Engagement, to fund the program. It was a success! […]

There are approximately 100+ Kwakwaka’wakw members living in Nanaimo, BC. The Kwak’wala Language Group started in Nanaimo in September 2017. Three faculty members from Vancouver Island University (VIU) wrote a proposal to the Aboriginal Service Plan, which is administrated through the Office of Aboriginal Education and Engagement, to fund the program. It was a success! Now, the program is offered every two weeks to all ages at Shq’apthut “A Gathering Place” at VIU Nanaimo campus.

http://www.native-languages.org/kwakiutl.htm

Dominic Beaudry – Best Practices in Indigenous Education

Posted on by Stepfanie johnston

Dominic Beaudry discusses the importance of strategic learning, land based learning as well as the importance of language when striving for excellence in Indigenous education.

Dominic Beaudry discusses the importance of strategic learning, land based learning as well as the importance of language when striving for excellence in Indigenous education.

Chemical Addiction Worker Certificate Program

Posted on May 4, 2018 by stephenjolly

Dr. Verna Billy-Minnabarriet sits down to talk about the one of a kind Chemical Addiction Worker Certificate Program offered at the Nicola Valley Institute of Technology.

Dr. Verna Billy-Minnabarriet sits down to talk about the one of a kind Chemical Addiction Worker Certificate Program offered at the Nicola Valley Institute of Technology.

Native Studio Art

Posted on May 3, 2018 by Pam Greene

Dedicated to providing an unforgettable experience and in the empowerment of artistic people who are creative in different disciplines; art, drawing, carving, cooking, music, and more. Art is multicultural learning and encourages us to bring aspects of our cultures into the space and is the core to our being. Through the courses, Barbara provides guidance […]

Dedicated to providing an unforgettable experience and in the empowerment of artistic people who are creative in different disciplines; art, drawing, carving, cooking, music, and more. Art is multicultural learning and encourages us to bring aspects of our cultures into the space and is the core to our being. Through the courses, Barbara provides guidance in marketing of your art and improving your skills. Barbara coaches you in the ability to create your own successes. Barbara Derrick provides navigation for artists that want to become artistic entrepreneurs. It’s not just about the creation of Art, it is about you! Art is a product and showcasing it to the world so you can live your life fully, and live out your dreams. To come to understand how your brand can connect with a certain audience and how to tap into the market. To create, grow and connect with your audience means to become empowered by knowing your value and purpose, and seeing your vision unfold before you.

https://www.nativestudioart.net/

Where the Rivers Meet

Posted on April 30, 2018 by Kaitlyn Walcheske

Supporting LGBTQ+ and Two Spirited Indigenous Peoples in schools and communities. 12-18 years old – Working with junior and senior high students to raise awareness about homophobia and transphobia in schools and Indigenous communities. -Teaching about the multiple layers of identity and understanding that we are all learners in this journey. -To be and create […]

Supporting LGBTQ+ and Two Spirited Indigenous Peoples in schools and communities. 12-18 years old – Working with junior and senior high students to raise awareness about homophobia and transphobia in schools and Indigenous communities. -Teaching about the multiple layers of identity and understanding that we are all learners in this journey. -To be and create a support system for LGBTQ+ and Two-Spirited Indigenous peoples

Leona Nahwegahbow – Our Way of Life

Posted on by Ruby Thompson

First People’s way of life describing traditional Anishinaabe spirituality, customs and learning from our ancestors.

First People’s way of life describing traditional Anishinaabe spirituality, customs and learning from our ancestors.

AYARA – Northwestern Ontario Aboriginal Youth Achievement & Recognition Awards

Posted on April 27, 2018 by Casey Leslie

An awards ceremony to acknowledge the Aboriginal Youth talents and accomplishments in Northwestern Ontario.

An awards ceremony to acknowledge the Aboriginal Youth talents and accomplishments in hopes to encourage youth to persevere in their educational goals.

”The Northwestern Ontario Aboriginal Youth Achievement and Recognition Awards was formally known as The Niigaantige Career Fair. It began in 1987 when a need was identified to address the high attrition rates among Aboriginal students studying at the secondary and post secondary levels.” from its website https://ayara.ca/

Canadian Bushcraft

Posted on April 20, 2018 by Hanah McFarlane

Caleb Musgrave, owner of Canadian Bushcraft which operates out of Hiawatha, Ontario.

Caleb Musgrave, owner of Canadian Bushcraft which operates out of Hiawatha, Ontario.

David Rattray – Former Aboriginal Counsellor at SD 60

Posted on April 18, 2018 by Jason Bruce

The following is an interview with David Rattray who is now a retired educator. David was both a teacher and teaching principal in Telegraph Creek. He was also an Aboriginal youth counsellor in Fort St. John for School District 60: Peace River North.

The following is an interview with David Rattray who is now a retired educator. David was both a teacher and teaching principal in Telegraph Creek. He was also an Aboriginal youth counsellor in Fort St. John for School District 60: Peace River North.

Aboriginal University Bridging Program – VIU

Posted on April 17, 2018 by Evangeline Clifton

Janet Sinclair describes the steps taken to bridge new students into university life while keeping a strong cultural component.

Upgrading and university prep, the main goal is to help students transitioning into university with a strong sense of who they are, and where they come from.

The First Nations Aboriginal University Bridging Program Certificate is a result of community consultations spanning across the Province of British Columbia. The initial phases of consultation date back to 2001 with Faculty and Administrators receiving feedback from communities as to the need for First Nations having access to meaningful and accessible prerequisite courses.

The concept of creating a supportive adult education Bridging Program incorporating face-to-face classroom learning, ongoing learner support, coaching and mentoring and, where possible, the use of technology to support learning, has been identified by communities spanning across the province. Communities have stated that learners need access to introductory, measurable and comprehensive adult education programming which directly aligns with the prerequisites for natural resource management, science, health, education and trades programs. https://www.viu.ca/programs/academic-career-preparation/aboriginal-university-bridging