Decolonizing and Indigenizing Your Teaching

Almost a decade ago, I decided to become a high school history teacher. I am of resettler* descent, but the majority of my teaching career has been in remote northern communities in Canada. I [...]

June is National Indigenous History Month, culminating in a nationwide celebration on June 21 in honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day. Across the country, communities gather to celebrate [...]

As educators, we aim to create classrooms that value all students. Respectfully engaging with Indigenous communities, families, and students is an important step towards reconciliation and [...]

Mathematics is often viewed as a neutral and objective subject governed by strict rules and universally accepted principles. However, scholars and educators have increasingly argued that math, [...]

Indigenous Storytelling Month: A Time to Honour Story Each February, Indigenous Storytelling Month takes place across Saskatchewan. Since 2004, Library Services for Saskatchewan Aboriginal [...]

“Twinkle twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are.” From an early age, stories and songs spark our curiosity about the night sky. As educators, we build on that curiosity by teaching about [...]

Education shapes our understanding of the world and one another. It sets the foundation for a brighter, more equitable future. All students should see themselves in what they learn and feel that [...]

Ribbon skirts carry deep meaning, with culture, identity, and resilience woven into every fabric thread.  Each year on January 4, people across Canada honour Ribbon Skirt Day, a time to recognize [...]

Teaching Indigenous history and discussing contemporary issues in the classroom helps learners understand the rich cultures and traditions of Indigenous Peoples, as well as the challenges they [...]

On September 30, Canada honours the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation—also known as Orange Shirt Day—to discuss the effects and legacy of residential schools and build bridges toward [...]