Wellness/Health
The Kwanlin Coyotes community ski program
The name of the program is Kwanlin Coyotes, based in the Kwanlin Dun First Nation, and it is a community , volunteer based ski program. The focus is not on competition though, the goal is to get youth and young adults out on the land where they came from and lead a healthy life-style.
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.
An on-the-land camp for K-6 for East Three elementary school. A focus on teaching traditional bush skills while on the land. Some activities include pulling fish nets, cutting the fish and preparing for making dry fish. Camp activities are reflected upon back in the classroom.
An on-the-land camp for K-6 for East Three elementary school. A focus on teaching traditional bush skills while on the land. Some activities include pulling fish nets, cutting the fish and preparing for making dry fish. Camp activities are reflected upon back in the classroom.
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.
Tyler Armstrong interviews Yolanda Twance, coordinator of Aboriginal Cultural & Support Services (ACSS) at Lakehead University. ACSS offers many different services to Aboriginal students on the Thunder Bay Campus. ACSS offers academic and individual services (ie., individual tutoring, group workshops, and gatherings with partners across the city), as well as cultural services, such as sweat […]
Tyler Armstrong interviews Yolanda Twance, coordinator of Aboriginal Cultural & Support Services (ACSS) at Lakehead University. ACSS offers many different services to Aboriginal students on the Thunder Bay Campus. ACSS offers academic and individual services (ie., individual tutoring, group workshops, and gatherings with partners across the city), as well as cultural services, such as sweat lodge ceremonies, feasts, cultural teachings and much more.
Urban Hide Tanning in Somba K’e
Dene Nahjo’s Annual Urban Hide Tanning Camp is a reclamation of urbanized space in the heart of Somba K’e. They host a two week long camp in Somba K’e park, where guests are invited to witness or participate in hide tanning. There are Elders and experienced hide tanners available to mentor learners and share stories. Thousands of people have passed through Dene Nahjo’s Urban Hide Tanning Camp, including many students and hide tanning learners. This camp is an Indigenous safe space for us, as Indigenous people, to learn, have fun, make mistakes, make relationships and be vulnerable.
Le Wapikoni Mobile est un studio ambulant de formation et de création audiovisuelle des Premières Nations. Il circule dans les communautés autochtones et offre aux jeunes des Premières Nations des ateliers permettant la maîtrise des outils numériques par la réalisation de courts métrages et d’œuvres musicales. Depuis 2004, 4600 participant.es ont ainsi été formé.es ou […]
Le Wapikoni Mobile est un studio ambulant de formation et de création audiovisuelle des Premières Nations. Il circule dans les communautés autochtones et offre aux jeunes des Premières Nations des ateliers permettant la maîtrise des outils numériques par la réalisation de courts métrages et d’œuvres musicales. Depuis 2004, 4600 participant.es ont ainsi été formé.es ou initié.es au cinéma documentaire ou à l’enregistrement musical dans 69 communautés autochtones au Canada et à l’étranger. Le Wapikoni combat l’isolement et le suicide chez les jeunes des Premières Nations en développant des compétences artistiques, techniques, sociales et professionnelles et contribue à la sauvegarde du patrimoine culturel des Premières Nations. http://www.wapikoni.ca/
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Laurianne Sylvester, Director of the First Nation Student Success Program, describes the Red Road Project and discusses what makes the program such a success.
Laurianne Sylvester, Director of the First Nation Student Success Program, describes the Red Road Project and discusses what makes the program such a success.
Nadine Bernard, founder and creator of the Slow Cooked Dreams Education and Empowerment program, discusses how she uses traditional teachings to help people learn how to budget and prepare food when dealing with financial difficulties.
Nadine Bernard, founder and creator of the Slow Cooked Dreams Education and Empowerment program, discusses how she uses traditional teachings to help people learn how to budget and prepare food when dealing with financial difficulties.
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