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Banuts’ukuih: Indigenous-led Experiential Learning at the University of Northern British Columbia

The Banuts’ukuih (meaning, canoe coming to shore in Lheidli) project is an example of the experiential learning opportunities led by Indigenous instructors in partnership with the University of Northern British Columbia. Other experiential courses have involved creating a pit house, decolonization through land stewardship, and moose-hide tanning. These courses offer Indigenous and non-Indigenous post secondary […]

The Banuts’ukuih (meaning, canoe coming to shore in Lheidli) project is an example of the experiential learning opportunities led by Indigenous instructors in partnership with the University of Northern British Columbia. Other experiential courses have involved creating a pit house, decolonization through land stewardship, and moose-hide tanning. These courses offer Indigenous and non-Indigenous post secondary students the opportunity to learn about Indigenous cultures through participation in cultural activities – such as carving a cottonwood canoe. In addition, these courses allow for the transmission of oral traditions – such as the Lheidli T’enneh story of ‘Astas and the Salmon. https://www.unbc.ca/experiential-learning

Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Cultural Program

The Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw has a harsh history due to the Canadian Government relocating them from their traditional territory in the 1960’s. K’odi teaches his children language, songs and dances, traditional food preparation, cedar bark stripping, and anything cultural. Through his work at the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw school, he shares his knowledge of cultural ways of knowing and being […]

The Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw has a harsh history due to the Canadian Government relocating them from their traditional territory in the 1960’s. K’odi teaches his children language, songs and dances, traditional food preparation, cedar bark stripping, and anything cultural. Through his work at the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw school, he shares his knowledge of cultural ways of knowing and being with the children in his classes.

https://coastfunds.ca/first-nations/gwasala-nakwaxdaxw-nation/

Dominic Beaudry – Best Practices 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.

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.

Canadian Bushcraft

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

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

Carney Hill Neighbourhood Centre

Carney Hill Neighbourhood Centre is an Indigenous educational resource that focuses on cultural and family based early childhood education (15 months – grade 6) in the city of Prince George, BC. Carney Hill Neighbourhood Centre recognizes that each child brings a wealth of knowledge and experience and therefore works from a trauma-informed framework to be […]

Carney Hill Neighbourhood Centre is an Indigenous educational resource that focuses on cultural and family based early childhood education (15 months – grade 6) in the city of Prince George, BC. Carney Hill Neighbourhood Centre recognizes that each child brings a wealth of knowledge and experience and therefore works from a trauma-informed framework to be inclusive of the diverse needs of families from different cultural backgrounds, while building community capacity and resilience.  https://www.carneyhill.ca/

Indigenous Mentors – Traditional/Cultural Knowledge and Practices

Skilled Indigenous Mentors in Hunting, Harvesting and Survival practices/techniques. On the Land Programs are run seasonally, reinforcing Land Use practice and participation of indigenous values, systems, beliefs and knowledge. It is open to all ages. ”The NWT Recreation and Parks Association believes that spending time on the land is vital for building and strengthening healthy […]

Skilled Indigenous Mentors in Hunting, Harvesting and Survival practices/techniques. On the Land Programs are run seasonally, reinforcing Land Use practice and participation of indigenous values, systems, beliefs and knowledge. It is open to all ages.

”The NWT Recreation and Parks Association believes that spending time on the land is vital for building and strengthening healthy minds, bodies, families, and communities. Colonial policies, including residential schools, sought to remove Indigenous peoples from their territories and break their connection with the land. On the land programs are an important part of revitalizing cultures, languages, and traditions.” from the website http://www.nwtrpa.org/on-the-land-programs.htm

Goba – Light on the Horizon

GOBA educates the community on healthy eating, exercising, and offers support for those diagnosed with cancer or are in remission.

Located in Fort Good Hope, Northwest Territories, GOBA supports those affected by, diagnosed with, or are in remission from, cancer. The staff and volunteers help deliver the program within the community and on the Land. The program embraces the K’asho Got’ine Peoples traditional cultural practices that relate to healthy lifestyles involving diet, medicines, and exercise. GOBA runs year-round and more information can be found here.

Indigenous Mentoring: Leadership roles – Sahtu Divisional Education Council

Angela Grandjambe describes some of the land-based education activities in the Sahtu region of the Northwest Territories.

Angela sits on many different boards. She has sat on the SDEC (Sahtu Divisional Education Council) for many years. Leaders help promote and ensure Traditional Knowledge and Practices are articulated in the school curriculum. Angela’s K’ahsho Got’ine background in positions, as such, help reinforce the Dene peoples values, systems, beliefs and practices.

Neah Kee Papa Program

Stefan Gislason describes the Neah Kee Papa mentor program for Métis and Indigenous fathers.

The Neah Kee Papa Program is a parenting enhancement program for current, new, or soon-to-be Métis fathers. The ten-week program is designed to encourage and promote the role of fathers. The program offers men information and resources to become more actively involved fathers.

For more information on the Neah Kee Papa mentor program, click here