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Baakaani-Inaadizi
A poem about gender and identity.
The Barren Grounds: A Novel Study Unit
Designed for Grade 6 students.
The Beavers' Big House
Children's story teaches lessons about cooperation and preparedness.
Related Material: Michif Version. Michif Narration.
Beyond Québec’s Borders: A Look at Inspiring Initiatives in Canadian Universities for, by and with First Peoples — 2021 Portrait
Blackfoot Ways of Knowing: The Worldview of the Siksikaitsitapi
Canada and the Culture Wars: Majority Say Legacy of Colonialism Still a Problem, Two-in-Five Disagree
Reports results of online survey conducted from July 26- 31, 2023, with a representative randomized sample of 3,016 Canadian adults who were members of Angus Reid Forum.
Carried on the Wind
A poem about identity and the buffalo.
Childhood Factors Associated with the Completion of a High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate or Higher among First Nations Children Living Off Reserve, Métis and Inuit Children
Court Outcomes in Homicides of Indigenous Women and Girls, 2009 to 2021
Uses data from Homicide Survey and the Integrated Criminal Court Survey. Looks at charges seen in court, disposition of those charges, and potential verdicts and sentences passed down.
The Creative Film Practices of Amanda Strong and Rhayne Vermette: Proposing a Theoretical Framework for Considering Métis Film
Examines the role of Métis filmmakers in the creation of a Métis Storywork methodology.
Crime Prevention in Indigenous Communities: An Examination of Culturally-Relevant Programs and Culturally-Competent Evaluation Approaches
Related Material: Research Summary.
Decolonizing Approaches for Public Schooling : Learning from Indigenous Success
Deconstructing Canada’s Colonial Narrative: Creating Space for Indigenous Narratives in Canadian Heritage
Anthropology Thesis (MES) -- Lakehead University, 2023.
Distance as a Factor for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit High School Completion
Uses data from the 2016 Census of Population and the Remoteness Index Classification.
Doing Business with Indigenous Creative Industries in Canada
Early Learning and Language Childcare Conference Colouring Pages
Pictures of animals accompanied by their names in English and heritage Michif.
Early Learning and Language Childcare Conference Colouring Pages
Pictures of animals accompanied by their names in English and Northern Michif.
Experiences of Indigenous Families in the Family Justice System: A Literature Review and Perspectives from Legal and Frontline Family Justice Professionals
First Nations Youth: Experiences and Outcomes in Secondary and Postsecondary Learning
Housing Experiences and Measures of Health and Well-Being among First Nations People Living Off Reserve, Métis and Inuit: Findings from the 2018 Canadian Housing Survey
Indigenous Cultural Competency Learning Policy: Learning Road Map
Indigenous Data Governance: Privacy and Security Handbook
Includes sample policy, privacy breach procedures, public privacy notice, safeguards, access, correction and lockbox procedures, and an example of virtual visit consent form.
Indigenous Elders' Conceptualization of Wellbeing: An Anishinaabe Worldview Perspective
Using interviews with first-language speaking Elders to improve the understanding of Indigenous worldviews on health and well-being in order to improve health programs within Indigenous communities.
Indigenous Land-Based Education in Theory and Practice
Results of literature review of academic and other publicly available literature, including policy documents and program reports are discussed under five themes: Indigenous self-determination, health and well-being, environmental stewardship, reconciliation and climate justice and evaluation methodologies.
Indigenous Languages across Canada
Indigenous Peoples within Canada: A Concise History: Student Resources
To accompany 5th edition of book written by Olive Patricia Dickason, William Newbigging and Cary Miller. Contains links to: chapter outlines; learning objectives; key terms, figures, or sites; study questions; essay questions; additional resources; and flashcards.
Keeper of My Home Learning Resource: First Nations Teaching Materials and Online Games about Housing
Website contains links to educational material for Kindergarten to Grade 12, including summary of housing topics, lessons plans, E-learning games and guides, and activity booklets. Content is arranged around 4 themes: traditional teaching of the community, First Nations housing topics, home maintenance and home safety.
Métis Musical Wooden Spoons: A Carpentry and Construction Wood Project
Métis Responsibilities and Academic Expectations: At the Cross-Section of Identity and Research
A personal reflection on the author balancing their Métis ancestry and their academic career.
Michif Foodways: A Remembrance by Elder Sandra Houle
A personal reflection by a Métis elder on traditional Michif food.
Moose Hide Campaign Learning Platform for K-12
Moose Hide Campaign is an Indigenous-led movement to engage men and boys in preventing violence against women and children. Site includes links to teacher resources such as a curriculum guide, lesson plans, and videos.
Native American Starlore
Tells some of the traditional stories associated with astronomical features of the night sky.
The Next Generation: Innovating to Improve Indigenous Access to Finance in Canada
Discusses physical capital gaps in communities, limited access to conventional sources of finance, First Nations Fiscal Management Act (FMA) and the network of Indigenous Financial Institutions (IFIs), and proposals to strengthen the existing system.
ni t itoota = I Do: An 'I Do' Book in Heritage Michif
Children's book.
The Olympics and Human Rights: Lessons Learned from the Modern Games
International Relations Thesis (MLA) -- Harvard University, 2023
An Overview of the Indigenous Economy in Canada
Discusses characteristics such as labour market and the business sector, institutional settings, and the state of infrastructure.
Pawaatamihk
A poem about Métis ways of knowing.
Pay Keeway: Come Home to Rat River in li praentaan
A poem and accompanying photocollage that address Métis identity in connection with the landscape.
Perinatal Psychoactive Substance Use Among Indigenous Women: Social Determinants: Knowledge Synthesis
Perspectives of Nutrition and Physical Activity among Families of an Indigenous Birth Cohort: A Qualitative Analysis Exploring the Barriers to and Facilitators of Healthy Active Living
Discusses the barriers to healthy active living for Indigenous mothers from the Six Nations of the Grand River.
Postsecondary Educational Attainment and Labour Market Outcomes among Indigenous Peoples in Canada from the 2021 Census
Looks at patterns for those residing in remote areas, on reserve, and communities across Inuit Nunangat.
Primary Health Care Access among First Nations People Living Off Reserve, Métis and Inuit, 2017 to 2020
Queering Collective Dreaming: Weaving Métis Futures of Belonging
Examines personal reflections of two 2SLGBTQ+ Métis people and their roles towards decolonization.
Re-matriating Territorial Acknowledgement: A Métis Women’s Perspective
A personal reflection on providing a Métis perspective to land acknowledgments.
Reclamation
A poem about Métis identity.
Report: Opinion on National Reconciliation Day: Survey of Canadians
Reports results of online survey conducted September 22-24, 2023 with 1652 Canadians 18 years or older randomly selected from Leger's online opinion panel. Responses were weighted according to age, gender, mother tongue, region, education and presence of children in the household.
Researching Métis Spirituality: Insights and the Work Ahead
Looks at the research on Métis spirituality and how it relates to their nationhood.
Restful Resistance: How I Use Rest to Dream Métis Futures
Examines the ideas of rest and art being used to combat the effects of colonization.
Searching for Métis Research Methodologies: natoonikew poor ayshitotamun michif
Examines the use of Métis women-specific methodology to improve research within Métis communities.