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Education’s role in Indigenous reconciliation – UVic News
To see an education system that once destroyed Indigenous culture and identity in Canada being used as a vital tool in restoring both brings much hope for reconciliation, Governor General Mary Simon told Indigenous law and education students who shared their stories with her at First Peoples House at the University of Victoria. Simon participated […]
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In review: “Shadow of the Rougarou” a powerful representation of Métis people – Martlet
May 26, 2022 A few weeks ago, I saw a post about a new show coming to the Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) streaming service called APTN Lumi on May 9. The show is titled Shadow of the Rougarou. Any Métis reading this should have some knowledge of the Rougarou, a creature akin to the […]
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‘Emme’s bill’: Call to use Indigenous characters, symbols on B.C. IDs inspired by Golden student – Chemainus Valley Courier
May. 26, 2022 Bill would allow Indigenous language characters on birth certificates, adoption papers and pieces of government identification in B.C. Emme Abbs, a Grade 12 student in Golden, has inspired Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA Doug Clovechok to introduce a private member’s bill that would allow Indigenous language characters on birth certificates, adoption papers and pieces […]
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COTR recognizing Indigenous History Month – e-know.ca
May 26, 2022 Ktunaxa Nation leaders Bonnie Harvey and Kathryn Teneese will present June is Indigenous History Month (IHM), a time to recognize the rich history, heritage, resilience, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis people in our region, and across Canada. College of the Rockies is honoured to recognize IHM by hosting two […]
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COTR recognizing Indigenous History Month with guest speakers
25 May 2022 Ktunaxa Nation leaders Bonnie Harvey and Kathryn Teneese will present June is Indigenous History Month (IHM), a time to recognize the rich history, heritage, resilience, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis people in our region, and across Canada. College of the Rockies is honoured to recognize IHM by hosting two […]
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Statement regarding honorary degree granted to John Fergus O’Grady
May 24, 2022 The tragedies of the Canadian Indian residential school system – including the death and disappearance of Indigenous children – have been known for many years. The recent discoveries of unmarked grave sites at various residential school locations across Canada have brought this tragic history to the forefront of public conversation. The University […]
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Molson Prize for sociologist’s advocacy – UVic News
May 24, 2022 Cecilia Benoit wins prestigious Molson Prize for the Social Sciences and Humanities She has worked with, learned from and spoken up for midwives and sex workers, Indigenous women on Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, unhoused people and people who use illicit drugs. She has published hundreds of research papers and dozens of books. She […]
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UNBC to celebrate surpassing 16,000 graduates
May 19, 2022 Prince George, B.C. – The University of Northern British Columbia’s 29th Convocation will mark a significant milestone as the 16,000th graduate will cross the stage on May 27 in Prince George. That number signifies 16,000 alumni who are now applying the knowledge and expertise they gained at UNBC to their professional and […]
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Elder Carleen Thomas Chancellor Installation with Emily Carr University
Alongside Tsleil-Waututh family, Musqueam & Squamish relatives, Chief & Council, and Tsleil-Waututh leaders, Elder Carleen Thomas, ‘Unsakhalote’, became the new Chancellor of Emily Carr University of Art + Design. This is a special moment for our community and historically, as Carleen is the first Indigenous person to hold the Chancellor position at Emily Carr University. […]
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Métis Child Care Benefit Information Sessions
MNBC Ministry of Education’s Child Care Coordinator Team is set to host information sessions on the newly released Métis Child Care Benefit. The Métis Child Care Benefit was developed by Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) for families with Métis children birth to 12 years. It is a resource created to support parents with their licensed […]
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