PGDTA Local Indigenous Education Information
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Hadih. Lheidli T'enneh ink'ez McLeod Lake Indian Band ink'ez Simpcw hubeh keyoh whuts’odelhti. Nts’ezla hubeh yun ts’uwhut’i, ts’uzt’en ink’ez ts’unuwhulyeh.
We respectfully acknowledge the ancestral lands of the Lheidli T’enneh, McLeod Lake Indian Band and Sipcw First Nation on whose land we live, work and play. We recognize that our membership serves many diverse nations and nationalities within our district and we honour the strength that comes with the diversity of our population. This site is to help us serve your needs as PGDTA members. Below you will find the following sections (Search via. Ctrl + F):
We encourage you to contact us with any questions, comments, concerns and any other feedback (via email or anonymous survey at the bottom of this page). Dawn Doran work email summer email Local Indigenous Contact |
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NEWS and HIGHLIGHTS:
Lheidli Language Video Lessons on Youtube Kids and Youtube
Ministry of Education Website on Indigenous Education
Indigenous Education Resource Inventory pdf
Indigenous Knowledge and Perspectives in K-12 Curriculum
These documents reflect implicit and explicit references to Indigenous Knowledge and Perspectives throughout the K-12 Curriculum. Educators may use this resource to easily access where Indigenous Knowledge and Perspectives intersect with the curriculum in every area of learning at every grade level.
Indigenous Education Resource Inventory pdf
Indigenous Knowledge and Perspectives in K-12 Curriculum
These documents reflect implicit and explicit references to Indigenous Knowledge and Perspectives throughout the K-12 Curriculum. Educators may use this resource to easily access where Indigenous Knowledge and Perspectives intersect with the curriculum in every area of learning at every grade level.
Native Land: Territory and Language Group Map
Find whose territory you are on, what language they speak and if there are any treaties.
- Map
- Teachers Guide
A Guide to the Pronunciation of Indigenous Communities and Organizations in BC
Their Voices will Guide Us - created especially for educators, by the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Women and Girls. This informative and easy-to-follow guide is organized into sections by grade levels: Early learners-Grade 4, Grades 5-8, and Grades 9-12 and beyond... click on the attached link or scroll down to find out more.
Coalition for the Human Rights of Indigenous Peoples
National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation Teaching Resources
Aboriginal Worldviews and Perspectives in the Classroom: Moving Forward
Full Document pdf - 77 pages It is worth reading the entire document.
I have also created a 7 pg quick reference guide best used AFTER having read the entire document as CONTEXT is important.
First Peoples Principles of Learning
Canadian Geographic Indigenous People's Atlas of Canada
- Giant Floor Map with teacher resources > coming soon to SD#57 also available through the BCTF
BCTF Aboriginal Lens Poster
BCTF Aboriginal Ways of Knowing and Being Poster
BCTF Actions of Allyship Poster
BCTF Indigenous History in Canada Timeline
Coalition for the Human Rights of Indigenous Peoples
National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation Teaching Resources
Aboriginal Worldviews and Perspectives in the Classroom: Moving Forward
Full Document pdf - 77 pages It is worth reading the entire document.
I have also created a 7 pg quick reference guide best used AFTER having read the entire document as CONTEXT is important.
First Peoples Principles of Learning
- Set BC Classroom Technologies and First Peoples Principles of Learning
- Also, this site is created to help educators in British Columbia understand how they might incorporate the First Peoples Principles of Learning (FPPL) into their classrooms and schools.
Canadian Geographic Indigenous People's Atlas of Canada
- Giant Floor Map with teacher resources > coming soon to SD#57 also available through the BCTF
BCTF Aboriginal Lens Poster
BCTF Aboriginal Ways of Knowing and Being Poster
BCTF Actions of Allyship Poster
BCTF Indigenous History in Canada Timeline
Annual Events Calendar:
BCTF SOCIAL JUSTICE CALENDAR
World Suicide Prevention Day Sept 10th. On September 10th, the Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP) invites all Canadian communities to find at least one way of connecting to World Suicide Prevention Day. Your efforts will shine a light on this important issue, sending a message to those who are despairing, grieving, or supporting someone who is struggling. It is an opportunity to spread the message that help, hope and healing are possible. #takeaminute to check out the resources and information, or order promotional materials here.
September 30th - National Day of Remembrance - Orange Shirt Day - Every Child Matters -
http://orangeshirtday.org and https://www.facebook.com/orangeshirtdayeverychildmatters/
Aboriginal Arts & Stories Competition Historica Attention: Aboriginal Youth Between the Ages of 9 and 29 Enter the largest and most recognized art and creative writing competition for Canadian Aboriginal youth! Explore your heritage and culture through creative writing and art for a chance to win up to $2,000 and other great prizes! For more information call 1-866-644-6195 Submit online today by visiting: www.GoToInfo.ca/WritingandArts Deadline for submission is March 31
February 14th Have a Heart Day a child and youth-led reconciliation campaign that brings together caring Canadians to help ensure First Nations children have the services they need to grow up safely at home, get a good education, be healthy, and be proud of who they are.
Louis Riel Day 2016 Monday, February 15, 2016 (Manitoba)Louis Riel Day 2017 Monday, February 20, 2017 (Manitoba)
Feb 26, 2020 Pink Shirt Day Bullying is a major problem in our schools, workplaces, homes, and over the Internet. Over the month of February, CKNW aims to raise awareness of these issues through various initiatives centered around our “Pink Shirt Day” campaign.
June 21st - National Indigenous Peoples Day - National Aboriginal Day (NAD) takes place on June 21. It is a special day to celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada. Learning Resources!
World Suicide Prevention Day Sept 10th. On September 10th, the Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP) invites all Canadian communities to find at least one way of connecting to World Suicide Prevention Day. Your efforts will shine a light on this important issue, sending a message to those who are despairing, grieving, or supporting someone who is struggling. It is an opportunity to spread the message that help, hope and healing are possible. #takeaminute to check out the resources and information, or order promotional materials here.
September 30th - National Day of Remembrance - Orange Shirt Day - Every Child Matters -
http://orangeshirtday.org and https://www.facebook.com/orangeshirtdayeverychildmatters/
Aboriginal Arts & Stories Competition Historica Attention: Aboriginal Youth Between the Ages of 9 and 29 Enter the largest and most recognized art and creative writing competition for Canadian Aboriginal youth! Explore your heritage and culture through creative writing and art for a chance to win up to $2,000 and other great prizes! For more information call 1-866-644-6195 Submit online today by visiting: www.GoToInfo.ca/WritingandArts Deadline for submission is March 31
February 14th Have a Heart Day a child and youth-led reconciliation campaign that brings together caring Canadians to help ensure First Nations children have the services they need to grow up safely at home, get a good education, be healthy, and be proud of who they are.
Louis Riel Day 2016 Monday, February 15, 2016 (Manitoba)Louis Riel Day 2017 Monday, February 20, 2017 (Manitoba)
Feb 26, 2020 Pink Shirt Day Bullying is a major problem in our schools, workplaces, homes, and over the Internet. Over the month of February, CKNW aims to raise awareness of these issues through various initiatives centered around our “Pink Shirt Day” campaign.
June 21st - National Indigenous Peoples Day - National Aboriginal Day (NAD) takes place on June 21. It is a special day to celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada. Learning Resources!
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Rise and other full episodes on APTN
RISE is a personal look at the front-lines of global Indigenous resistance, through both the condemnation of colonialism and the celebration of Indigenous Peoples worldwide. Supported by their First Nations heritage, hosts Sarain Carson-Fox and Gitz Crazyboy embark on a journey of discovery into Indigenous cultures to examine the social and political factors that threaten their liberation in the 21st century.
RISE is a personal look at the front-lines of global Indigenous resistance, through both the condemnation of colonialism and the celebration of Indigenous Peoples worldwide. Supported by their First Nations heritage, hosts Sarain Carson-Fox and Gitz Crazyboy embark on a journey of discovery into Indigenous cultures to examine the social and political factors that threaten their liberation in the 21st century.
The Evolution of Indigenous Terminology (Click for video)
The Indian Act, what does it do for Canada?
Its not just Canada's Birthday, this year the Indian Act will turn 140 years old. #indianact140 #canada150
Its not just Canada's Birthday, this year the Indian Act will turn 140 years old. #indianact140 #canada150
Keynote address by Linda Tuhiwai Smith at the 2017 S'tenistolw (Moving Forward Together) Conference.
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Keynote address by Linda Tuhiwai Smith at the 2017 S'tenistolw (Moving Forward Together) Conference.
Linda lists some basic 'pedagogical' understandings from her Indigenous perspective. Linda Tuhiwai Smith Ngāti Awa, Ngāti Porou PhD (Auckland), MA Hons (Auckland), BA, DipT |
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Resources for Teachers: LOCAL/REGIONAL: Lheidli T'enneh Website Lheidli T'enneh Historical Timeline living document 2014 version Lheidli T'enneh Dictionary Lheidli T'enneh Alphabet by Local Elder Edith Frederick Lheidli Language Video Lessons on Youtube Kids and Youtube Lheidli T'enneh telling of Dakelh Legends
First Voices: other Dakelh Dialects and FN Languages INTERACTIVE First Peoples Language Map The History of the Northern Interior of British Columbia (formerly New Caledonia) [1660 to 1880] by Morice, Adrien-Gabriel (1859-1938),1904 (first edition) *Caution* Father Morice wrote many texts about the First Nations from his perspective and much of what is written has a particular slant and may not be culturally sensitive or accurate. Prince George: Socio-historical, geographical, political, and economic context profile pdf or online More on BC First Nations Languages and Dakelh Culture through the Yinka Dene Language Institute website Witsuwit'en Videos Living Documents:Things to know and questions to ask in order to avoid misappropriating Indigenous cultures
Aboriginal Education in British Columbia First Peoples Principles of Learning This >> site is created to help educators in British Columbia understand how they might incorporate the First Peoples Principles of Learning (FPPL) into their classrooms and schools. Aboriginal Education Resources - "Aboriginal Education Resources is a shared collaborative space intended to house engaging and authentic Aboriginal education resources for educators. Partners throughout British Columbia contribute to make this site a repository for Aboriginal Education resources." BCTF TeachBC your go-to site for (browsing and sharing) BC teaching resources. BCTF Aboriginal Education link BCTF Social Justice resources
Ministry of Education https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca/tools
SD#57 Aboriginal Education Department link Newsletters, abedsd57 Delicious account Aboriginal Education Resources Websites First Nations Education Steering Committee (FNESC) Visit FNESC for up to date programs, resources and events
ERAC: Can Help You Integrate Aboriginal Ways of Knowing & Learning "ERAC has created a special Aboriginal Education support site. This site will assist you in including Aboriginal Knowledge and worldviews into the curriculum. ERAC is continuously identifying and evaluating Aboriginal resources that encompass all grade levels and a variety of genres that are vetted and identified as authentic. This site is meant to be interactive and we encourage districts to participate and share your stories of the great things happening in your schools and districts. Added resources to the site are also accessible for download and include a brochure, poster and bookmark. So take a moment to browse through your new Aboriginal Education support site and check out the examples for cross curricular integration, unit overviews, plus the Big Idea and competency pieces." "Taking your Seat at the Fire" continues the conversation around culturally responsive resources. Leona Prince, Professional Learning Team Member, shares with us ways in which we embed Aboriginal perspectives into all parts of the curriculum in a meaningful and authentic manner. Here is a quick tour of ERAC resources that can be used to support Aboriginal perspectives. Watch the video now. Find some examples of integrated units by clicking here. Think Before you Appropriate Things to know and questions to ask in order to avoid misappropriating Indigenous cultures. NATIONAL: Full Circle: First Nations, Metis, Inuit Ways of Knowing contains approaches and lesson plans for teachers. This is the pdf document and there is a DVD that is intended to accompany it. Deepening Knowledge: Resources for and about Aboriginal Education by the University of Toronto, Ontario Institute for Studies in Education National Centre for Collaboration - Indigenous Education Teaching Resource Centre National Gatherings The Indigenous Education National Centre for Collaboration (NCCIE) offers a variety of sharing and learning experiences for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous learners of all ages. Indigenous Portal: iPortal a database of full-text electronic resources such as books, articles, theses and documents as well as digitized materials such as photographs, archival resources, maps, etc. focusing primarily on First Nations and Aboriginal peoples of Canada with a secondary focus on North American materials and beyond. UBC Teaching for Indigenous Education - Enhancing Understanding highlighting resources "intended to enhance understanding of key learning concepts related to Incorporating Indigenous Content, Perspectives, and Knowledge into Curriculum." BLOG: Tips for Teachers Dene Kede adaptable NWT K-6 resource Four Directions Teachings (Central/Eastern Canada) interactive resource Aboriginal Mathematics K-12 Network Ontario Ministry of Education Guides on Aboriginal Perspectives The 8th Fire: 8TH Fire "draws from an Anishinaabe prophecy that declares now is the time for Aboriginal peoples and the settler community to come together and build the '8TH Fire' of justice and harmony." Our district has access to this resource and booklet through the DLC. CBC NEWS Aboriginal: link CBC Legends Project: The Legends Project "is a compilation of traditional oral stories, legends and histories of Canada’s Inuit and First Nations, gathered in communities across the country from coast to coast to coast. They are transcribed, lightly dramatized, cast within the communities, and recorded in English and the native language." CBC ReVision Quest: ReVision Quest "mixes personal storytelling, current affairs interviews and comedy to explore issues affecting Native peoples today, kicking some ass-umptions about Aboriginal life along the way. It's a show about the First Nations experience, created by all First Nations producers." CBC Digital Archives: category Native Issues Historica Canada's Key Moments in Indigenous History - Website - Timeline - Education Guide Network of Innovation and Inquiry (NOII) Aboriginal Enhancement Schools Network (AESN) "AESN schools link their inquiry specifically to Aboriginal ways of knowing... Participating schools develop a question to address through their inquiry... and share case studies..." K-12 Innovation Inventory "A showcase of innovative practices that are currently underway in schools throughout B.C." which is also where "schools accepted into the partnership will have access to research support, opportunities to engage with districts doing similar work, potential exemption to policy/regulation, and resources to help cover the costs associated with partnership." link K-12 Indspire Institute The K-12 Indspire Institute is: A virtual resource center that connects educators of Indigenous students with programs, information, and tools to improve educational outcomes and increase high school completion rate; An access for teachers to the Industry in the Classroom Mining module; A place for peer support of educator-to-educator coaching; and more through: Programs
First Nations Child and Family Caring Society
Kayak in the Classroom 7-12 Resources from Canada's History .ca - Great Canadian Women - We are all Treaty People - Treaties and the Treaty Relationship Take Action for Reconciliation Grades 3–8 Engage students in inquiry about Indigenous cultures, worldviews, and history as we work towards reconciliation in Canada. Four student books focus on Indigenous communities across Canada, the need for reconciliation, and the actions people are taking to make a difference. Through these examples, students will realize that they too can have an impact and work towards reconciliation. ERAC (Educational Resource Acquisition Consortium) Science Coyote Science with APTN Coyote Quest Easy Science Experiments for Kids Strong Nations Aboriginal Lesson Plans and Resources Learn 360 multimedia educational resources Learn Now BC link BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres (BCAAFC) 
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Resources on Residential Schools: Cheryl Bear's Residential School Song Cheryl Bear is from the Bear Clan in the Nadleh Whut'en First Nation. She is an award winning recording artist. Her three CD's are: Cheryl Bear (self titled), The Good Road, and A' BA. Gladys We Never Knew This eBook is intended to be an interactive resource leading educators from the story to the 'back story' utilizing links on each page to offer related resources. Throughout this book you will find Project of Heart tiles with an 'aura' which indicates that this is a link. Click on each of these tiles to find additional resources including films, videos, documents, articles, activities and more. - includes Blanket Exercise - livestream webinar about it UBC Indigenous Foundations: "an information resource on key topics relating to the histories, politics, and cultures of the Aboriginal peoples of Canada. This website was developed to support students in their studies, and to provide instructors, researchers and the broader public with a place to begin exploring topics that relate to Aboriginal peoples, cultures, and histories. Indigenous Foundations was developed by the First Nations Studies Program at the University of British Columbia, located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Musqueam people.Looking for a specific topic? Type a term into our search bar, above. Or visit the list of Topics A-Z to the left." (eg. the Residential School System, the 60's Scoop) "Not sure where to begin? Select a broader theme in the navigation bar, to the left, and explore from there. About the project: To learn about the Indigenous Foundations project, including our banner and navigation system, click here." Introducing the Indian Residential Schools and Reconciliation Teacher Resource Guides WATCH the video below from FNESC and FNSA Plus Video @ https://vimeo.com/136350623 Responding to the call from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada for age appropriate education materials about the history Indian Residential Schools, the First Nations Education Steering Committee and First Nations Schools Association have created resources for Grades 5 (adaptable to Gr. 3-7), 10 and 11/12. They offer a unique BC focus on the legacy of residential schools and the reconciliation efforts, presented in age appropriate ways and suitable for students of all cultural backgrounds. This video offers an overview of the resources and their development. - Lesson Plans - Student Activities - Blackline Masters - Videos and - Archival Materials The Teacher Resource Guides and related resources are available at fnesc.ca/learningfirstpeoples. Visit FNESC for up to date programs, resources and events *Note: Grade 5 is adaptable for grades 3-7
Legacy of Hope Foundation (link to resources and curriculum ) "to educate, raise awareness and understanding of the legacy of residential schools, including the effects and intergenerational impacts... and to support the ongoing healing process of Residential School Survivors. Fulfilling this mandate contributes towards reconciliation among generations of Aboriginal peoples, and between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people in Canada." 100 Years of Loss (timeline pdf) Project of Heart: Illuminating the hidden history of Indian Residential Schools in BC (eBook or PDF Format) An initiative undertaken by the BCTF to illuminate the hidden history of Indian Residential Schools in BC, Project of Heart, is a BC Teachers' commitment to truth and reconciliation. An on-line booklet called "Project of Heart" has been created. The on-line version offers a rich variety of broad and deep learning resources: videos, articles, speeches, classroom activities, and more. "This eBook is intended to be an interactive resource leading educators from the story to the 'back story' utilizing links on each page to offer related resources. Throughout this book you will find Project of Heart tiles with an 'aura' which indicates that this is a link. Click on each of these tiles to find additional resources including films, videos, documents, articles, activities and more." http://www.bctf.ca/HiddenHistory/ Other related resources recommended by colleagues:
Witness Blanket BC Version here AND Coming Soon... HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! > Witness Blanket Documentary TRAILER Blanket Exercise - Kairos Canada Project of Heart - Art Project (English and French) resources Project of Heart Canoe and Speaking to Memory Exhibit - Comox Valley Art Gallery : A collaboration between SD 71 Indigenous Education Services and Comox Valley Art Gallery - U'mista Display Additional lesson plans and resources around Project of Heart. Witness Blanket by Carey Newman Inspired by a woven blanket, we have created a large scale art installation, made out of hundreds of items reclaimed from Residential Schools, churches, government buildings and traditional and cultural structures including Friendship Centres, band offices, treatment centres and universities, from across Canada. The Witness Blanket stands as a national monument to recognise the atrocities of the Indian Residential School era, honour the children, and symbolise ongoing reconciliation. Interactive Web Version http://witnessblanket.ca/ Seventh Generation Club "The Seventh Generation Club is an initiative for BC First Nations students that encourages them to make healthy choices, stay in school and be active participants in their school and community." Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC link)
LINKED SITES ↑↓ National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation - the permanent home for all statements, documents, and other materials gathered by the TRC with an interactive map. Locally most children would have attended Lejac ResidentialSchool which closed in 1976 or they may have been shipped further. Where are the Children? Interactive with a modern design "This site is a counterpart to Where are the Children? Healing the Legacy of the Residential Schools, a touring exhibition that explores the history and legacy of Canada’s Residential School System through Survivor stories, archival photographs, and documents, curated by Iroquois artist Jeff Thomas." School District 27 Residential Schools and Reconciliation YouTube Chanel Curriculum Development Resources from the UBC Library on K-12 Curriculum Resources (2015)
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New K–12 resource:
Their Voices Will Guide Us By Gail Stromquist, BCTF staff Create safe and respectful communities for all Indigenous women and girls. It is essential that teachers be supported in acquiring and developing the necessary resources, knowledge, and skills as they teach students how to take action for transformative social justice and societal change that will allow Indigenous women and girls to thrive. For many teachers the experience of teaching about Indigenous women and girls, much like the teaching about residential schools, will require new learning, often only one step ahead of your students. And so read opening paragraphs of this new and timely education guide, Their Voices Will Guide Us, created especially for educators, by the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Women and Girls. The guide's authors hope to engage teachers and students in meaningful learning about the important roles of Indigenous women and girls in their families, communities, and nations. They want to highlight the strength, agency, and traditional responsibilities of women and girls and show how violence has undermined these strengths and inherent treaty, constitutional, and human rights. In the context of reconciliation and decolonization, the authors urge everyone to fulfill their roles and responsibilities ensuring that Indigenous women and girls are respected, valued, loved, and protected. How the guide works This informative and easy-to-follow guide is organized into sections by grade levels: Early learners-Grade 4, Grades 5-8, and Grades 9-12 and beyond. You will find background information and terminology integral to understanding the oppression of Indigenous women and girls. The authors remind us some of our students may have experienced traumatic or challenging situations. They suggest ways to prepare learning environments and ethical spaces for learning difficult truths. Each section includes:
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AABIZIINGWASHI (WIDE AWAKE):
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Reccomended Readings:
NOTE: If you have additional recommendations please let us know in the form at the bottom of the page.
Stony Creek Woman by Bridget Moran *LOCAL/REGIONAL*
Justa by Bridget Moran *LOCAL/REGIONAL*
Niwhts’ide’nï Hibi’it’ën: The Ways of Our Ancestors – Second Edition *LOCAL/REGIONAL*
This book introduces Witsuwit’en people and their history. It explores the Witsuwit’en clan system in depth and how it relates to traditional Witsuwit’en land use, spirituality and values. Oral histories from various eras in Witsuwit’en ancient history are shared, as well as the recent history that formed the Witsuwit’en Nation and the Bulkley Valley, as we know them today. Copies of this book are available for purchase at a cost of $60.00 each through our Aboriginal Education Office located at 3603-3rd Ave., PO Box 758, Smithers BC V0J 2N0 or by email: terri.brain@sd54.bc.ca
Decolonizaton Handbook: Whose Land is it Anyway? (2017)
"A Manual for Decolonization Peter McFarlane and Nicole Schabus (Editors) Writings by Taiaiake Alfred, Glen Coulthard, Russell Diabo, Beverly Jacobs, Melina Laboucan-Massimo, Arthur Manuel, Kanahus Manuel, Jeffrey McNeil-Seymour, Pamela Palmater, Shiri Pasternak, Nicole Schabus, Senator Murray Sinclair and Sharon Venne. Cover art: Christi Belcourt Design: Charles Dobson and the Red Rising Team"
Prince George: Socio-historical, geographical, political, and economic context profile pdf or online
"The geographies, cultures, socio-economics, and political histories of this region overlap to create the realities of the individuals living in and around Prince George today. This document attempts to trace the ways that Aboriginal histories, the continual influences of colonialism, resource extraction-based economies, and contemporary events continue to influence the health and well being of Indigenous peoples, individuals experiencing poverty, and other marginalized populations, in diverse and multifaceted ways."
First Nations 101 by Lynda Gray
"First Nations 101 is an easy to read primer that provides readers with a broad overview of the diverse and complex lives of First Nations people. It is packed with more than 70 subjects including education, youth, child welfare, urbanization, appropriate questions to ask a First Nations person, feminism, the medicine wheel, Two-spirit (LGBTQ), residential schools, the land bridge theory, and language preservation. Author Lynda Gray endeavors to leave readers with a better understanding of the shared history of First Nations and non-First Nations people, and ultimately calls upon all of us - individuals, communities, and governments - to play active roles in bringing about true reconciliation between First Nations and non-First Nations people. First Nations 101 was released on June 1, 2011 to celebrate National Aboriginal History Month. The affordable price of $20 for this 288 page book makes it the perfect class textbook, training resource, gift, and informative guide for any reader. Colleges and universities across the country are utilizing First Nations 101 in courses such as First Nations Studies, Nursing, English, Social Work, Sociology, and Child & Youth Care. One dollar from the sale of each book is donated to the Urban Native Youth Association's capital campaign to build a Native Youth Centre in Vancouver, BC. Click here to find out more." from www.firstnations101.com/
Indigenous Writes: A Guide to First Nations Inuit and Métis issues in Canada Print and e-book
"This is the book I wish my grade school, secondary and post-secondary teachers had read. This is the book that I wish I had for the entirety of my teaching career. A must read for peoples and institutions engaging with the idea of reconciliation as it succinctly, clearly and convincingly addresses what it is that we are attempting to reconcile in an exquisite and profound way.
I strongly recommend this book for introductory courses in law, history, anthropology, Indigenous studies, Canadian studies, philosophy and programs which prepare students for work with Indigenous peoples."
- Dr. Tracey Lindberg, Professor: Faculty of Common Law, University of Ottawa , Bestselling Author, “Birdie”. From: apihtawikosisan.com
First Nations Education in Canada: The Circle Unfolds Edited by Marie Ann Battiste, Jean Barman
Written mainly by First Nations and Metis people, this book examines current issues in First Nations education.
Learning & Teaching Together: Weaving Indigenous Ways of Knowing into Education - Michele TD Tanaka
Across Canada, teachers unfamiliar with Aboriginal approaches to learning are seeking ways to respectfully weave Aboriginal content in to their lessons. This book introduces an indigenist approach to education...
Stony Creek Woman by Bridget Moran *LOCAL/REGIONAL*
Justa by Bridget Moran *LOCAL/REGIONAL*
Niwhts’ide’nï Hibi’it’ën: The Ways of Our Ancestors – Second Edition *LOCAL/REGIONAL*
This book introduces Witsuwit’en people and their history. It explores the Witsuwit’en clan system in depth and how it relates to traditional Witsuwit’en land use, spirituality and values. Oral histories from various eras in Witsuwit’en ancient history are shared, as well as the recent history that formed the Witsuwit’en Nation and the Bulkley Valley, as we know them today. Copies of this book are available for purchase at a cost of $60.00 each through our Aboriginal Education Office located at 3603-3rd Ave., PO Box 758, Smithers BC V0J 2N0 or by email: terri.brain@sd54.bc.ca
Decolonizaton Handbook: Whose Land is it Anyway? (2017)
"A Manual for Decolonization Peter McFarlane and Nicole Schabus (Editors) Writings by Taiaiake Alfred, Glen Coulthard, Russell Diabo, Beverly Jacobs, Melina Laboucan-Massimo, Arthur Manuel, Kanahus Manuel, Jeffrey McNeil-Seymour, Pamela Palmater, Shiri Pasternak, Nicole Schabus, Senator Murray Sinclair and Sharon Venne. Cover art: Christi Belcourt Design: Charles Dobson and the Red Rising Team"
Prince George: Socio-historical, geographical, political, and economic context profile pdf or online
"The geographies, cultures, socio-economics, and political histories of this region overlap to create the realities of the individuals living in and around Prince George today. This document attempts to trace the ways that Aboriginal histories, the continual influences of colonialism, resource extraction-based economies, and contemporary events continue to influence the health and well being of Indigenous peoples, individuals experiencing poverty, and other marginalized populations, in diverse and multifaceted ways."
First Nations 101 by Lynda Gray
"First Nations 101 is an easy to read primer that provides readers with a broad overview of the diverse and complex lives of First Nations people. It is packed with more than 70 subjects including education, youth, child welfare, urbanization, appropriate questions to ask a First Nations person, feminism, the medicine wheel, Two-spirit (LGBTQ), residential schools, the land bridge theory, and language preservation. Author Lynda Gray endeavors to leave readers with a better understanding of the shared history of First Nations and non-First Nations people, and ultimately calls upon all of us - individuals, communities, and governments - to play active roles in bringing about true reconciliation between First Nations and non-First Nations people. First Nations 101 was released on June 1, 2011 to celebrate National Aboriginal History Month. The affordable price of $20 for this 288 page book makes it the perfect class textbook, training resource, gift, and informative guide for any reader. Colleges and universities across the country are utilizing First Nations 101 in courses such as First Nations Studies, Nursing, English, Social Work, Sociology, and Child & Youth Care. One dollar from the sale of each book is donated to the Urban Native Youth Association's capital campaign to build a Native Youth Centre in Vancouver, BC. Click here to find out more." from www.firstnations101.com/
Indigenous Writes: A Guide to First Nations Inuit and Métis issues in Canada Print and e-book
"This is the book I wish my grade school, secondary and post-secondary teachers had read. This is the book that I wish I had for the entirety of my teaching career. A must read for peoples and institutions engaging with the idea of reconciliation as it succinctly, clearly and convincingly addresses what it is that we are attempting to reconcile in an exquisite and profound way.
I strongly recommend this book for introductory courses in law, history, anthropology, Indigenous studies, Canadian studies, philosophy and programs which prepare students for work with Indigenous peoples."
- Dr. Tracey Lindberg, Professor: Faculty of Common Law, University of Ottawa , Bestselling Author, “Birdie”. From: apihtawikosisan.com
First Nations Education in Canada: The Circle Unfolds Edited by Marie Ann Battiste, Jean Barman
Written mainly by First Nations and Metis people, this book examines current issues in First Nations education.
Learning & Teaching Together: Weaving Indigenous Ways of Knowing into Education - Michele TD Tanaka
Across Canada, teachers unfamiliar with Aboriginal approaches to learning are seeking ways to respectfully weave Aboriginal content in to their lessons. This book introduces an indigenist approach to education...
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Tsasdli Yoh (Frog Pit House)
on the UNBC Cranbrook Hill Greenway Trail In 2014 Vince Prince, Ross Hoffman, Jennifer Pighin and Antonia Mills developed the UNBC Pit House course. The instructors and students were all learning together and it was an amazing experience to have a team working so hard to make the pit house with their bare hands (and some hand tools). Local Elders Edie and Robert Frederick assisted with the course sharing their valuable knowledge and teachings with the students. Edith Frederick is now a Dakelh language teacher of the Lheidli dialect at Nusdeh Yoh (nus deh yoh means the house of the future).
Other sources for tours of the pit house is to contact Gina MacDonald at UNBC her email is: gina.macdonald@unbc.ca. Gina can seek and arrange for tour guides who participated in the course. Guides generally try to arrive an hour or so early to ensure the space is prepared (clean and fire lit) then they can meet groups at the Greenway trail parking lot near UNBC (10-15 min. walk) or Shane Lake side which is further. |
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Irving K. Barber Deadline March 31
Major Awards For BC First Nations Students
Bursary ListName Province/Territory Institution Field of Study Aboriginal Group Deadline
Dr. Mary John Bursary University of Northern British Columbia Oct. 15, 2013 to March 01, 2014
Mungo Martin Memorial Awards Arts
Native Brotherhood of British Columbia Jubilee Scholarship University of British Columbia Arts; Sciences
NVIT External Awards
RBC Aboriginal Student Awards Program
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Student Aid BC
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Aboriginal Specific
Aboriginal Student Scholarships - Ministry of Education
Aboriginal Learning Links BC Post-Secondary Resource
BC Aboriginal Scholarships and Awards
Government of Canada Aboriginal Bursaries Search Tool
Indspire Bursaries, Scholarships and Awards
Irving K. Barber Deadline March 31
Major Awards For BC First Nations Students
Bursary ListName Province/Territory Institution Field of Study Aboriginal Group Deadline
Dr. Mary John Bursary University of Northern British Columbia Oct. 15, 2013 to March 01, 2014
Mungo Martin Memorial Awards Arts
Native Brotherhood of British Columbia Jubilee Scholarship University of British Columbia Arts; Sciences
NVIT External Awards
RBC Aboriginal Student Awards Program
Employment Equity for Aboriginal Teachers
Pamphlet on Employment Equity for Aboriginal Educators
Letter of Commitment - BCTF and BCPSEA
PowerPoint
Summary of Information
BCTF Employment Equity for Aboriginal Teachers 2014-2015
Employment Equity what is it? & Action Plan
Checklist for the Local Contacts for Aboriginal Education
Employment Equity for Aboriginal Teachers Checklist 2-1
Employment Equity for Aboriginal Teachers Checklist 1-1
Employment Equity TOOLKIT for Recruiting and Retaining Educators of Aboriginal Ancestry
Process for applying to the BC Human Rights Tribunal
BC Human Rights Tribunal Special Programs Policy
Speical Programs Approvals Granted
FAQ's
Letter of Commitment - BCTF and BCPSEA
PowerPoint
Summary of Information
BCTF Employment Equity for Aboriginal Teachers 2014-2015
Employment Equity what is it? & Action Plan
Checklist for the Local Contacts for Aboriginal Education
Employment Equity for Aboriginal Teachers Checklist 2-1
Employment Equity for Aboriginal Teachers Checklist 1-1
Employment Equity TOOLKIT for Recruiting and Retaining Educators of Aboriginal Ancestry
Process for applying to the BC Human Rights Tribunal
BC Human Rights Tribunal Special Programs Policy
Speical Programs Approvals Granted
FAQ's