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Story Topic: Treaties

Treaties

K’alemi Dene School, The Community School of N’dilo

Posted on December 18, 2018 by Justina Black

KDS Vision Statement: “BUILDING OUR CHILDREN’S FUTURE TODAY BY TEACHING AND LEARNING THE DENE WAY.” “KDS is committed to providing quality education for our students by concentrating on four components of learning: Language & Culture ~ Academics & Technology ~ Physical & Active Living ~ Dene Laws & Virtues Education” Through the development of skills […]

KDS Vision Statement: “BUILDING OUR CHILDREN’S FUTURE TODAY BY TEACHING AND LEARNING THE DENE WAY.” “KDS is committed to providing quality education for our students by concentrating on four components of learning: Language & Culture ~ Academics & Technology ~ Physical & Active Living ~ Dene Laws & Virtues Education” Through the development of skills in these areas, students will grow and develop into respectful, healthy, diligent, and strong Dene who will give back to their families, community and the North.

Treaty Education, Mi’kmaw Kina’matnewey, Jaime Battiste

Posted on October 10, 2018 by Lisa Jodoin

Jaime Battiste, Treaty Education Lead for Mi’kmaw Kina’matnewey, discusses the importance of Treaty Education and the ways it has been incorporated in Nova Scotia.

Jaime Battiste, Treaty Education Lead for Mi’kmaw Kina’matnewey, discusses the importance of Treaty Education and the ways it has been incorporated in Nova Scotia.

Assistant Professor, Indigenous Studies, Unama’ki College – Tuma Young

Posted on August 20, 2018 by Lisa Jodoin

Tuma Young discusses the importance of Mi’kmaq governance and an L’nu worldview in the Indigenous Studies courses he teaches at Unama’ki College, Cape Breton University.

Tuma Young discusses the importance of Mi’kmaq governance and an L’nu worldview in the Indigenous Studies courses he teaches at Unama’ki College, Cape Breton University.

M’Wikwedong Native Cultural Resource Centre

Posted on August 10, 2018 by Hanah McFarlane

Glenn Trivett, Cultural Resource Coordinator for M’Wikwedong Native Cultural Resource Centre discusses his three-evening course offered to mainly non-Indigenous people as a way of teaching the history that is not in textbooks, and getting people to think about their role in reconciliation, using skills and relationships to move forward together. https://mwikwedong.com/

Glenn Trivett, Cultural Resource Coordinator for M’Wikwedong Native Cultural Resource Centre discusses his three-evening course offered to mainly non-Indigenous people as a way of teaching the history that is not in textbooks, and getting people to think about their role in reconciliation, using skills and relationships to move forward together.

https://mwikwedong.com/

Wampum Belt Initiative – Memorial University, Grenfell Campus- Kelly Anne Butler – Instructor – Corner Brook, Newfoundland

Posted on July 31, 2018 by Lisa Jodoin

Kelly Anne Butler, an Instructor at Memorial University’s Grenfell Campus, discusses her work with the Wampum Belt Initiative and the ways in which it’s helped to build connections between the university and the community.

Kelly Anne Butler, an Instructor at Memorial University’s Grenfell Campus, discusses her work with the Wampum Belt Initiative and the ways in which it’s helped to build connections between the university and the community.

Blanket Exercise and Cultural Competency Training – Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre – Denise John – Victim Support Navigator – Halifax, Nova Scotia

Posted on June 22, 2018 by Lisa Jodoin

Denise John, leader of the Blanket Exercise at the Mi’kmaq Native Friendship Centre in Halifax, discusses the importance of the Blanket Exercise and the powerful ways it acts as an educational tool for Cultural Competency Training.

Denise John, leader of the Blanket Exercise at the Mi’kmaq Native Friendship Centre in Halifax, discusses the importance of the Blanket Exercise and the powerful ways it acts as an educational tool for Cultural Competency Training.

Community Education Programs at Regina Treaty Status Indian Services (RTSIS)

Posted on June 17, 2018 by Yvonne Benjoe

Erica Beaudin has been the Executive Director of the Regina Treaty Status Indian Services since 2007 and she discusses the importance of the organization’s community education programs.

The Regina Treaty Status Indian Services (RTSIS) is an organization owned by the Touchwood Agency Tribal Council and the File Hills-Qu’Appelle Tribal Council. RTSIS is the only Indigenous owned services agency providing services for Urban First Nations and First Nations transitioning to and from reserve. RTSIS is committed to honouring the Treaty and inherent rights of Indigenous people in Treaty Four territory by offering a variety of programs and training opportunities which support each nation’s language, culture, and identity. Specifically, their community based education programs include: the Red Feather Youth Integration Program, which supports youth transitioning from the criminal justice system and reintegrating into society; the Treaty Four Education Centre offers adult education with individualized learning plans based on interests and abilities; and the Indian Residential School Resolution Health Support Program addresses emotional health and wellness through both front-line services as well as through workshops on suicide prevention, parenting skills, intergenerational addictions, etc. For more information about RTSIS and their programs please visit http://fhqtc.com/rtsis/.

Neeched Up Games

Posted on May 22, 2018 by Timothy Merasty

Neeched Up Games plays a unique role in educating students and teachers about Indigenous history and culture in Saskatchewan.

Owner of the social enterprise, Neeched Up Games, Janelle Pewapsconias, leads youth leadership and empowerment workshops, creates apps, and promotes role playing games that teach students and adults the history of Indigenous people in Canada. Pewapsconias hopes to bridge knowledge gaps between Canadians and Indigenous people in order to better understand Indigenous history, decolonization, identity, culture, empowerment, and sense of belonging. The Neeched Up subscription pack is available to teachers to both support their learning and to help them teach about treaties and reconciliation. To learn more about Neeched Up Games and the 2-4 hour workshops visit: https://neechedupgames.wordpress.com.

Land-Based Programs Offered by the Treaty Education Alliance

Posted on by Yvonne Benjoe

Lori Whiteman, Executive Director of the Treaty Education Alliance, describes their land-based programs and services.

The Treaty Education Alliance (TEA) offers educational programs and services for schools and communities. With funding from INAC they are able to serve K-12 schools using an inherent and Treaty Rights-Based Approach. The Alliance aims to increase student retention, numeracy, literacy, and community engagement. The Learning the Land program builds land-based learning capacity for teachers while working alongside language keepers and local Knowledge Keepers. The Alliance also partners with the Nature Conservancy of Canada and Outbound Canada for their programs. To learn more about their programs please review their resources below.

Check out Learning the Land website for educational initiatives undertaken to exercise the inherent and treaty rights to education.

In partnership with Outward Bound Canada, the Treaty Education Alliance offers Field Leader Training as professional development opportunities for teachers and affiliated schools. Check out this video!

Maurice Switzer – We are all Treaty People/Polishing the Chain

Posted on May 17, 2018 by Gabrielle Pellerin

Maurice Switzer is involved in a number of public education initiatives by including Indigenous perspectives as a commissioner on the Ontario Human Rights Commission, as well as his contributions on education of treaty relationships in Canada and their contemporary implications through the use of wampum belts. By utilizing the wampum belts as an educational tool, […]

Maurice Switzer is involved in a number of public education initiatives by including Indigenous perspectives as a commissioner on the Ontario Human Rights Commission, as well as his contributions on education of treaty relationships in Canada and their contemporary implications through the use of wampum belts. By utilizing the wampum belts as an educational tool, decolonized approaches are taken to develop a holistic understanding of the treaties and providing a framework for educators to facilitate treaty education in the classroom.