Posted on February 27, 2019 by Charity Gladstone
An examination of the historic and current issues relevant to First Nations land use and community planning.
This course looks at land use and community planning in First Nation communities across Canada from a variety of perspectives. The course includes an examination of the history of First Nations planning in Canada; review of the portions of the Indian Act relevant to planning and land use; current trends in First Nations planning (comprehensive community plans and land codes); treaties and planning; and local government – First Nations relationship building. The course aims to acquaint students with the issues that shape current practice in land use and community planning in First Nations across Canada, with a focus on BC.
Posted on February 21, 2019 by Justina Black
Alumni of the program, Cheryl Mandeville, shares her experience learning out on the land. Dechinta means “in the bush” in many of Dene languages in the Northwest Territories. Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning believes in supporting self-determining and sustainable Northern communities rooted in Indigenous knowledge and values. Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning is […]
Alumni of the program, Cheryl Mandeville, shares her experience learning out on the land.
Dechinta means “in the bush” in many of Dene languages in the Northwest Territories. Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning believes in supporting self-determining and sustainable Northern communities rooted in Indigenous knowledge and values.
Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning is internationally recognized for its innovative and vital research and university program delivery. Dechinta delivers Indigenous centered arts, culture, language and educational programming in an innovative land-based environment. Its program supports diverse needs and inclusive participation.
Posted on by Justina Black
Dechinta means “in the bush” in many of Dene languages in the Northwest Territories. Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning believes in supporting self-determining and sustainable Northern communities rooted in Indigenous knowledge and values. Alumni of the program, Jasmine Vogt, shares her experience. Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning is internationally recognized for its innovative […]
Dechinta means “in the bush” in many of Dene languages in the Northwest Territories. Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning believes in supporting self-determining and sustainable Northern communities rooted in Indigenous knowledge and values. Alumni of the program, Jasmine Vogt, shares her experience. Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning is internationally recognized for its innovative and vital research and university program delivery. Dechinta delivers Indigenous centered arts, culture, language and educational programming in an innovative land-based environment. Its program supports diverse needs and inclusive participation.
Posted on by Justina Black
BushKids is exploring the ethical space between Indigenous education and Western education principles in Yellowknife, NT.
BushKids co-founders are both trained as forest and nature school practitioners. Chloe Dragon Smith is a Dënesųłiné – Metis woman from Yellowknife, who grew up learning on-the-land through the Indigenous education principles of her family. Wendy Lahey is a non-Indigenous educator trained in the Western education system and has lived in the north for a long time. The two women are committed to working with the community, as possible, to create a curriculum that equally honours these systems of teaching and learning on the land.
The goal of BushKids is ultimately to affect the public education system and ensure all northern students spend regular time on the land throughout the school year. Programming is currently offered throughout the school year for pilot classes of all ages, from early childhood to high school. BushKids educators also work with teachers in public education systems with the goal of enabling them to bring their classes outside as part of their learning.
Posted on February 16, 2019 by Dene Basil
Interview with Ashley Carvill about the peacemaking program in Whitehorse Yukon.
Posted on January 22, 2019 by Mary Ellen Simon
The programs at the Niagara Regional Native Centre work together and Philip works to raise cultural awareness and foster wellbeing on a community and individual level.
Philip Davis is the Cultural Resource Coordinator for the Niagara Regional Native Centre and this program provides Indigenous educational services, that are focused on providing children, youth, family and community access to cultural knowledge. This is done through a variety of approaches with the aim to foster wellbeing and positive Indigenous Identity. Music is a tool that Davis uses to pass on cultural knowledge with regular drum nights. An exploration of colonial history is an important element in self-discovery which empowers individuals to learn about who they are and where they come from.
Additionally, Davis coordinates learning experiences for outside agencies (churches, community services, etc.) about Indigenous history, colonialism, and residential schools. These services help to raise awareness and to reduce racism.
Posted on January 17, 2019 by Echo Mcleod
Perry McLeod-Shabogesic of Nipissing First Nations talks about his journey with both learning and teaching traditional knowledge. Through a short interview, he explains the importance of understanding who we (Indigenous peoples) are and where we came from. Not only does he discuss the importance and emergence of experiential education but he shares his own knowledge […]
Perry McLeod-Shabogesic of Nipissing First Nations talks about his journey with both learning and teaching traditional knowledge. Through a short interview, he explains the importance of understanding who we (Indigenous peoples) are and where we came from. Not only does he discuss the importance and emergence of experiential education but he shares his own knowledge of how he displays Indigenous education. Perry is also known by his Anishinaabe name, Anzoked, which translates to Storyteller. Showcased in his audio interview he tells his rendition of the most important story every person should know.
Posted on January 16, 2019 by Kaitlyn Walcheske
Provide protocol and teachings at the High Level Native Friendship Centre Elder Ralph hopes to pass on knowledge of Indigenous ways of life in order to preserve heritage and language.
Provide protocol and teachings at the High Level Native Friendship Centre
Elder Ralph hopes to pass on knowledge of Indigenous ways of life in order to preserve heritage and language.
Posted on January 11, 2019 by Justina Black
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.
