Early Childhood Education this includes pre-Kindergarten programs
The traditional parenting program provides practical skills to enhance nurturing in a supportive environment.
Name: Traditional Parenting Program Goal: To encourage the practice of traditional parenting values Where it is offered: Skookum Jim Friendship Centre – Whitehorse When is it offered: Throughout the year For who: Families with children who are between 0 – 6 years of age Website: www.skookumjim.com
Ka Ni Kanichick strives to embed social justice in educational processes.
Ka Ni Kanichick – « Those Who Lead » – offers a variety of programs and services that focus on health and wellness and provide support and services to Indigenous youth, students, young parents, and families. Their programs are steeped in the belief that culture and cultural safety must be embedded within any educational process. Their programs offer community based delivery processes that facilitate a broad range of assistance, many of which fill roles unmet by mainstream educational programs. For more information, see their website at: http://www.kanikanichihk.ca/.
Audra Maloney is Natural Wellness Coach and Puoin who advocates for the importance of an Individuals wholistic wellness education.
Audra speaks fluidly about how her role as a Natural Wellness coach and Puoin guides individuals through an Indigenous educational experience that is focused on the healing principles of the medicine wheels four directions. She uses different teachings in her discussion to illustrate some of the interconnections and relationships that help individuals travel on the red road.
The overall goal of Niwasa Kendaaswin Teg as stated on their website is, “to provide high quality, wholistic programs and supports that foster Indigenous identity formation and a sense of belonging. The 13 Moons and the 4 seasons are the foundation for Indigenous Pedagogy that is embedded in all program areas” (niwasa.ca). Niwasa provides programming […]
The overall goal of Niwasa Kendaaswin Teg as stated on their website is, “to provide high quality, wholistic programs and supports that foster Indigenous identity formation and a sense of belonging. The 13 Moons and the 4 seasons are the foundation for Indigenous Pedagogy that is embedded in all program areas” (niwasa.ca). Niwasa provides programming in Hamilton Ontario. Niwasa is geared towards preschool aged children 2 – 6 years of age and highschool students, with highschool programming under the Nya:weh program. Families of students are included in the sharing of traditional teachings so that they can learn and reclaim traditional knowledge alongside their children. http://niwasa.ca
Lucy Lafferty, Tłı̨chǫ Citizen shares her experiences with Indigenous education in the Tłı̨chǫ territory. The Tłı̨chǫ Community Services Agency delivers child and family services, education and health programs and services in the four NWT communities of Behchokǫ̀, Gamètì, Whatì and Wekweètì. For all general enquiries please contact the regional headquarters of the Agency in Behchokǫ̀.
Lucy Lafferty, Tłı̨chǫ Citizen shares her experiences with Indigenous education in the Tłı̨chǫ territory.
The Tłı̨chǫ Community Services Agency delivers child and family services, education and health programs and services in the four NWT communities of Behchokǫ̀, Gamètì, Whatì and Wekweètì. For all general enquiries please contact the regional headquarters of the Agency in Behchokǫ̀.
Healthy Babies Healthy Generations is a program supporting families and individuals who may have a baby, or are pregnant. They provide support through prenatal care, monthly luncheons, and well-baby clinics, among other things. They provide social support as well, such as supporting them through the transition into becoming a parent, and parental relationships. They aim […]
Healthy Babies Healthy Generations is a program supporting families and individuals who may have a baby, or are pregnant. They provide support through prenatal care, monthly luncheons, and well-baby clinics, among other things. They provide social support as well, such as supporting them through the transition into becoming a parent, and parental relationships. They aim to equip parents with the best tools possible to give their kids the best chance to thrive.
The overall goal of Niwasa Kendaaswin Teg as stated on their website is, “to provide high quality, wholistic programs and supports that foster Indigenous identity formation and a sense of belonging. The 13 Moons and the 4 seasons are the foundation for Indigenous Pedagogy that is embedded in all program areas.” (niwasa.ca). Niwasa provides programming […]
The overall goal of Niwasa Kendaaswin Teg as stated on their website is, “to provide high quality, wholistic programs and supports that foster Indigenous identity formation and a sense of belonging. The 13 Moons and the 4 seasons are the foundation for Indigenous Pedagogy that is embedded in all program areas.” (niwasa.ca). Niwasa provides programming in schools on Six Nations of the Grand River reserve and in Hamilton Ontario. Niwasa is geared towards preschool to highschool aged students, with elementary & highschool programming under the Nya:weh program. Families of students are included in the sharing of traditional teachings so that they can learn alongside their children. http://niwasa.ca
Harold Lavallee discusses the importance of learning about culture in order to heal and understand identity.
Harold Lavallee is a Knowledge Keeper from Piapot First Nation. After surviving five years of residential schools he turned to drugs and alcohol. At 24 years old, he began to learn about his identity and after years of learning cultural traditions and environmentalism from Elders, he continues to pass on this knowledge to people at conferences, gatherings, and events across Canada and the United States. Using a land-based approach, he teaches and shares knowledge about traditional medicine, traditional gatherings, and traditional healing. He is passionate about culture, cultural validation, and the environment.
Dechinta’s model of program delivery is innovative and responsive to the needs of diverse learners. We offer a setting where families can learn together through our Chekoa Nı̨ htł’èkǫ ̨̀ Deè (KidsU) program where children are invited to attend semesters with their parent(s) and learn on the land. This has become one of the most […]
Dechinta’s model of program delivery is innovative and responsive to the needs of diverse learners. We offer a setting where families can learn together through our Chekoa Nı̨ htł’èkǫ ̨̀ Deè (KidsU) program where children are invited to attend semesters with their parent(s) and learn on the land. This has become one of the most vital components of our Dechinta model as many students, particularly single mothers, opt to bring their children with them, thus providing a platform for strengthening family bonds.
Neecheewam Inc. strives to cultivate life skills through the development of relationships and culturally appropriate teachings.
Neecheewam Inc. strives to cultivate life skills through the development of relationships and culturally appropriate teachings.
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