November 19, 2019
As Indigenous leaders and researchers at the University of Toronto seek to put their relationship on a new footing, they are looking to incorporate the Mi’kmaw concept of Two-Eyed Seeing, an approach grounded in mutual respect for one another’s knowledge systems.
Breaking into the art scene with Norval Morriseau
November 19, 2019
McGill’s Department of Art History and Communication Studies welcomed Carmen Robertson to present her research on the artist Norval Morrisseau on Nov. 14. The event was the latest in a series of lectures hosted by the department which aim to provide opportunities for discussion on current research in the field of art history.
http://www.mcgilltribune.com/a-e/morriseau-art-scene-11192019/
Thunder Bay students raise more than 2K for children’s group
November 18, 2019
The money from the pancake breakfast will go to the Children’s Centre Foundation
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-childrens-centre-fundraiser-1.5362834
Two NW Ontario teachers win national awards from Indspire (3 Photos)
November 18, 2019
Ken Liddicoat of DFC and Jason Jones of Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nation are being recognized.
Montana First Nation youth take part in culinary course for career option
November 19, 2019
A group of youth from the Montana First Nation in Alberta have started down the path to a culinary career.
Indigenous Law Across Landscapes: Languages, Lands and New Directions – Part One
November 15, 2019
The Lakehead University Faculty of Law is hosting a law student’s conference to explore Indigenous Law Across Landscapes: Languages, Lands and New Directions.
Students learn Indigenous teachings through new program at Wallaceburg High School
November 17, 2019
‘There’s things in this class that we learn that’s Indigenous that we wouldn’t really know before’
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/windsor/standing-bear-indigenous-program-1.5362795
U of O Indigenous Resource Centre hosts inaugural round dance
November 17, 2019
The University of Ottawa’s Mashkawazìwomagig: Indigenous Resource Centre organized the inaugural round dance on the university’s campus on Friday evening, an event that they hope will be the first of many.
https://thefulcrum.ca/arts/u-of-o-indigenous-resource-centre-hosts-inaugural-round-dance/
A new academic agreement enhances students’ learning
November 17, 2019
The new partnership will allow graduates of Sault College’s two year Social Services Worker Indigenous Specialization program to complete a Bachelor of Indigenous Social Work at Laurentian University in an additional two years.
https://northernontario.ctvnews.ca/a-new-academic-agreement-enhances-students-learning-1.4689576
A university in transition honours First Nations as new VIU president installed
November 16, 2019
When Vancouver Island University installed its new president Friday, the ceremony was moved off its main campus in Nanaimo to the longhouse of the Snuneymuxw First Nation.
Alternative school at N’Swakamok Friendship Centre making a difference with Indigenous students
November 14, 2019
The Rainbow District School Board and the N’Swakamok Native Friendship Centre in Sudbury signed their annual memorandum of understanding on Wednesday for the N’swakamok Native Alternative School.
Indigenous leaders, U of T researchers look to build collaborations grounded in understanding and reciprocity
November 14, 2019
The Centre for Global Engineering (CGEN) Forum recently brought together Indigenous leaders and U of T researchers to underscore the importance of a Two-Eyed Seeing approach — the bridging of expertise of both Indigenous communities and faculty — to create sustainable infrastructure solutions for Indigenous communities across Canada.
Illustrated book teaches children about residential school tragedy
November 14, 2019
Elementary school students at Laura Secord School in Winnipeg have spent about a year creating a book titled “Answering the Calls: A Child’s View of the 94 Calls to Action,” which helps teach the 94 recommendations from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission to other children.
Indigenous Studies degree approved by Arts & Science faculty
November 15, 2019
Indigenous Studies degree approved by Arts & Science faculty
Faculty hopes to enroll students in new plan next fall
‘A new beginning’ as 3 Manitoba First Nations set to break ground on new schools
November 14, 2019
Extra space will keep students in communities longer, improve graduation rates, chief says
SNHS participates in Treaties Recognition Week across KPDSB
November 13, 2019
Sioux North High School (SNHS) joined schools across the Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (KPDSB), and Ontario, by participating in Treaties Recognition Week ceremonies, activities, and teachings from Nov. 4 to 8.
http://www.siouxbulletin.com/snhs-participates-in-treaties-recognition-week-across-kpdsb?id=1620
Indigenous cultural support in Regina Public Schools leaves a lot to be desired
November 14, 2019
‘If access to our cultural ways is being discussed, it’s moving much too slow,’ says high school student
