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UFV’s Dr. Mark Kersten contributes to landmark report on crimes against Indigenous children – ENC
February 6, 2025 A UFV professor is a key contributor to a significant report on missing Indigenous children, unmarked graves, and burial sites associated with residential schools. Dr. Mark Kersten, an assistant professor of criminology and criminal justice, researched and drafted four chapters in the 1,300+ page document that was released last October. Compiled by […]
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Read MoreProposal Seeks More First Nations Representation on Coast Mountains School Board – CFNR FM
Feb 3, 2025 An Indigenous education group is pushing to expand the Coast Mountains School Board from seven to nine trustees to better reflect the district’s student population. Nearly half of the students identify as Indigenous, yet current representation does not match these demographics. The Inter-Tribal Education Committee (ITEC) proposes creating four new electoral zones […]
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Read MoreLearning about Indigenous Applied Arts at Livingstone Elementary – ENC
January 23, 2025 Students from all grades at David Livingstone Elementary attended a hands-on Indigenous art and culture workshop on Jan. 16 and 17, 2025. The workshop was hosted by Coast Salish artist, Austin Aan’yas Harry. During the workshop, students learned about contemporary Indigenous art and saw examples of how Indigenous stories and designs can […]
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Read MoreCNC Civil Engineering Technology student wins B.C. Indigenous Women in Technology Scholarship – ENC
December 4, 2024 College of New Caledonia (CNC) student Michelle Lindemann has won a $10,000 Indigenous Women in Technology Scholarship from the BC Scholarship Society for her academic achievements and demonstrated commitment to a career in technology. Michelle is a second-year Métis student pursuing her Civil Engineering Technology diploma at CNC’s Prince George campus. Proud […]
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Read MoreHonouring the Legacy of Murray Sinclair: A Champion for Truth and Reconciliation – UVic News
November 4, 2024 The University of Victoria joins communities across Canada in mourning the loss of the Honourable Murray Sinclair, former Senator, who passed away earlier today in Winnipeg, MB. Senator Sinclair’s contributions to Canada are profound, with his leadership of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission marking a pivotal moment in the country’s history. As […]
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Read MoreCoyote Project moves Indigenization forward – Inside TRU
September 25, 2024 TRU’s Coyote Project is a transformative Indigenization initiative that fosters a more inclusive, diverse and respectful academic environment that benefits students, staff and faculty, and the communities beyond the university. Once a month for the next few months, we’ll feature five compelling stories that delve into the heart of the Coyote Project, […]
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Read MoreNanaimo-Ladysmith school trustee candidates share priorities before byelection – Nanaimo Bulletin
The Nanaimo-Ladysmith school board table will be back to full strength soon, as a byelection will be held this Saturday, Sept. 14, for school trustee. Voters will choose either Joan Brown or Tim Harris to fill the seat that has been vacant since Charlene McKay resigned in the spring. On general election day, electors can […]
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