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Google Earth Voyager Stories

Google Earth Voyager Stories is an interactive Google map that aims to enhance understanding of Indigenous history.

Four Seasons of Reconciliation

Body, Learn/Education, Reconciliation 101

Learn about the history and culture of Indigenous communities in Canada, the history of residential schools, and treaties around the country in Four Seasons of Reconciliation, a three-hour multimedia course delivered online by First Nations University of Canada.

Orange Jersey Project

Body, Health & Wellness, Kids/Family

The Orange Jersey Project works to:

1. To inform, educate, and engage with youth about the history of the residential school system

2. Promote Truth and Reconciliation throughout Canada

3. Promote physical and mental wellness of Indigenous youth through sport

Listen: Our Native Land

Body, Cultural Understandings, Listen

Our Native Land, a weekly society and culture podcast, hosted by Tchadas Leo explores all things Indigenous and First Nations. It features interviews and compelling discussions about Indigenous cuisine, culture, heritage, and more from Vancouver Island and around the world. Visit them on Facebook, and Twitter

Listen: Warrior Life Podcast

Body, Listen

Mi’kmaq lawyer Dr. Pam Palmater hosts Warrior Life, an Indigenous podcast focusing on a lifestyle that focuses on decolonizing our minds, bodies and spirits while at the same time revitalizing our cultures, traditions, laws and governing practices. She interviews grassroots activists, Indigenous leaders, and knowledge keepers.

We Matter

Body, Watch, Youth Perspective

We Matter believes Indigenous youth are healers and changemakers, and with the right support and resources, can be the ones to inspire and uplift other Indigenous youth and their communities! Visit the website to watch videos from Indigenous role models, check out resources, and engagement in activities.

Learn about Sakitawak IPCA

Body, This Land

Nature Canada has partnered with the Sakitawak IPCA, A Métis-led initiative to create an Indigenous Protected and Conserved Area (IPCA) in the community of Île-à-la-Crosse, to support their efforts to ensure a traditional trapping area located in Northern Saskatchewan’s pristine boreal forest becomes an Indigenous Protected and Conserved Area under Métis management.

See the work of KC Adams

Art & Music, Body

KC Adams is a Winnipeg-based Indigenous and social activist artist who brings out the dynamic relationship between nature (the living) and technology (progress) through art works. Visit her website to explore her art works ranging a wide variety of style.

Resources from the Saskatchewan Intercultural Association

Body, Read, Reconciliation 101

The Saskatchewan Intercultural Association works to promote harmony among all people and offers programs and services that empower relieve barriers for Newcomers and Indigenous people. Their Cultural Resource Centre has links to resources on residential schools, Indigenous worldview, true history, languages and more.

Watch: Wîcihitowin Conference Sessions

Body, Listen, Participate, Watch

The Wîcihitowin Indigenous Engagement Conference, gives survivors a platform to share their voices and teachings with the hope of inspiring respectful engagement and meaningful inclusion of Indigenous peoples’ within the community, and the creation of resources and tools needed to create culturally respectful organizations.

Sessions from the 2021 Wîcihitowin Conference have been made available and put online

Read our Orange Shirt Day 2021 Resource Package

Body, Participate, Reconciliation 101, Residential Schools

Through the guidance of Knowledge Keepers and Residential School Survivors, we created a resource page for Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept 30, 2021. We hope these stories and ideas will inspire you to honour Sept 30 and also think about how you will deepen your commitment to truth and reconciliation. Visit the resource page here.

Settlers Take Action

Body, Current Events, Learn/Education, Participate

Settlers Take Action is a website aimed at non-Indigenous folk living in Canada, with the understanding that we are all responsible for our personal role in reconciliation. The website gives step-by-step actions to take and lists resources to support your reconciliation journey.

Employee Aboriginal Cultural Awareness Training

Body, Business, Learn/Education

Learn about Indigenous culture and history in this online training by Bear Standing tall and Associates designed for business. The training works towards building meaningful and respectful relationship with Indigenous peoples.

Advance knowledge in Diversity and Inclusion

Body, Business, Learn/Education

Make sure everyone in your business or organization has knowledge on the fundamentals of diversity and inclusion, managing bias in hiring, and unconscious bias through this workplace training from the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion.

Sign Up for EquinoxBox

Body, Shopping

The EquinoxBox is curated with care every solstice and equinox to reduce stress, increase happiness and well being through self care with Indigenous products. Each box offers you an elder’s teaching on the solstice or equinox and guidance on activities to bring more joy and peace to your life. They also include authentic locally made Indigenous self-care products to help ease your stress and increase relaxation and happiness. Each box is made with love, care and blessings for you by women.

Listen: Métis in Space

Art & Music, Body, Listen

Looking for a fresh take on Science Fiction? Listen to otipêyimisiw-iskwêwak kihci-kîsikohk (Métis in Space), a podcast of two Indigenous women reviewing Science Fiction through an Indigenous lens.

Watch: Kohkom

Body, Current Events, Watch

What can three Elders, a producer and a filmmaker do during COVID times? They decided to meet every week for 12 weeks on the Library Services for Saskatchewan Aboriginal Peoples YouTube Channel. Meet the Kohkoms, Donna Lynn Lerat, Gloria Myo and Donna Merasty, as they learn about each other, share their stories, navigate a COVID-19 world, and take their first steps in to professional theatre.

Wear your support for Indigenous artists

Art & Music, Body, Shopping

Artist Jay Odjick, best known for his creation of Kagagi, the first-ever animated Indigenous superhero television series, has gone into fashion. WarriorUP is a clothing line of Indigenous designs that includes an Indigenous superhero.

Watch: Videos created by Gabriel Dumont Local 11

Body, Language, Learn/Education, Watch

Watch these videos created by Gabriel Dumont Local 11 to learn more about the culture and history of the Métis:

Learning Michif

Lii Vyeu Moond Kiiwaywuk Sur La Tayr | Youth and Elders, Learning Together on the Land

Check out Indigenous cookbooks

Body, Food

The Strong Nations Publishing website has a great list of cookbooks, including A Feast for All Seasons: Traditional Native Peoples’ Cuisine

Learn about Bannock

Body, Food, Listen, Read

You know it’s delicious, but take a minute to learn more about bannock. Read and listen to the CBC Unreserved episode – Bannock: A brief history

Share Indigenous Heroes With Kids

Body, Kids/Family

Looking for ways to engage in kids in reconciliation? The blog Red Tricycle created a great list: 9 Indigenous Heroes Every Kid Should Know About

Support ethical brands that support Indigenous artisans and communities

Body, Participate, Shopping

A list of 10 Ethical Brands supporting Indigenous artists and communities from around the world, including Australia, the United States, Peru, Guatemala, and Saskatchewan’s She Native.

Circles for Reconciliation

Body, Participate, Reconciliation 101

Circles for Reconciliation brings Indigenous and non-Indigenous people together in talking circles to build relationships, a fundamental part of reconciliation according to the Truth & Reconciliation Commission. Find a circle in your area.

Subscribe to Raven Reads

Body, Read, Shopping

Do you dream of having a curated collection of Indigenous literature and giftware? Dream no more and make it a reality. Sign up for Raven Reads, a subscription service for Indigenous books.

Support organizations working with Indigenous communities

Body, Participate

Support True North Aid, an organization helping northern communities across the country with practical humanitarian support.

“Our priority is to help ensure dignity and health for all and to establish hope and self-determination within these communities.”

Youth and Reconciliation

Body, Youth Perspective

TakingITGlobal has an extensive database of resources showcasing youth initiatives around reconciliation. You can access publications here and check out their ongoing programming. If you’re a youth, access their grants to launch your own reconciliation initiative!

Learn about Indigenous history while crafting

Art & Music, Body

Lance Cardinal created Family Art Adventures to be more than just a craft show. He wanted to teach Cree and about Alberta’s Indigenous communities. He posts new episodes on Saturday mornings.

Make a Back Pocket Reconciliation Action Plan

Body, Participate

A Back Pocket Reconciliation Action Plan is a starting point for individuals to think about how to make reconciliation part of their lives. The initiative is part of Reconciliation Canada’s national engagement strategy to build a national narrative on reconciliation and catalyze action.

Learn more about honouring the land

Around the World, Body, Cultural Understandings, Learn/Education, This Land

The US Department of Arts and Culture created a guide – Honor Native Land: A Guide and Call to Acknowledgement.
It calls on individuals and organizations to open events and gatherings with land acknowledgements and provides suggestions on how, and why, to do it.

Join a Youth Reconciliation Project

Body, Kids/Family, Spirit, Youth Perspective

Learn about a project by Canadian Roots Exchange. The Youth Reconciliation Initiative (YRI) invites Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth to train, envision and build nation-wide reconciliation. From Coast to Coast, these youth raise awareness, connect Canadian citizens and build conciliation across Canada.

Visit Indigenous Art Galleries

Art & Music, Body, Heart

Find art galleries in your community that showcase the work of Indigenous artists. Visual and performance artists that focus on Indigenous historical, traditional and contemporary art can inspire and educate. Here are some around Saskatchewan: Wanuskewin, First Nations University Art Gallery, Sâkêwêwak Artists’ Collective Regina

Or visit The Allen Sapp Gallery: The Gonor Collection virtually or in person in North Battleford!

Attend an Indigenous Poets Society Event

Art & Music, Body, Listen, Participate

The Saskatoon Indigenous Poets Society hosts regular poetry slam, book launches and readings. You’ll hear a mix of voices from around Saskatoon who challenge and inspire. Find them on Facebook or read about them on CBC News.

Visit Parks & Sites that Share Traditional Stories & Knowledge about the Land

Body, Kids/Family, Participate, This Land, True History

Wanuskewin Heritage Park

“Six thousand years ago, Wanuskewin echoed with the thundering hooves of bison and the voices of Indigenous peoples from across the Northern Plains.” Wanuskewin provides tours and programs that share these stories, which still echo through the land.

Attend a cultural event at a Friendship Centre in your community

Art & Music, Body, Current Events, Health & Wellness, Kids/Family, Learn/Education, Participate, Volunteer

Friendship Centres provide services to urban Indigenous communities. Friendship Centres were first established in the 1950s, and there are now more than 100 Centres across Canada. Find your local Friendship Centre through the National Association of Friendship Centres or visit:
Aboriginal Friendship Centres of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon Indian & Métis Friendship Centres

Listen to a Guest Speaker or Attend a Workshop

Body, Current Events, Learn/Education, Participate, Reconciliation 101

University of Saskatchewan Events
Office of the Treaty Commissioner Events
Wanuskewin Events Calendar

Find out about speaker events or workshops that expand your knowledge of Indigenous histories and cultures. Attend a workshop for Indigenous Awareness Training. These events calendars will keep you in the know about what is coming up!

Attend Indigenous Cultural Events

Body, Cultural Understandings, Kids/Family, Participate, Reconciliation 101, Spirit, Youth Perspective

Use the following links to learn about opportunities to attend Indigenous events and powwows. If you’re unsure about who can attend, feel free to contact event organizers.
Office of the Treaty Commissioner’s Events Calendar
Saskatchewan Indigenous Cultural Centre for SK events & programming
IndigenousTourism.ca for national events

Participate in Orange Shirt Day Events

Body, Kids/Family, Learn/Education, Participate, Spirit, Youth Perspective

Visit the Orange Shirt Day website to learn about how to participate and use this opportunity to educate others about Residential Schools. Wear an Orange Shirt Day, set aside time to connect with local Reconciliation events, or learn on your own.

Take the #Next150 Challenge

Art & Music, Body, Cultural Understandings, Learn/Education, Participate, Reconciliation 101, Social Media

#Next150 is challenging Canadians across the country to play a role in Reconciliation by educating themselves and actively seeking opportunities to learn. Look at their list of challenges, sign up, and share on social media as you embark on this journey.

Attend a Blanket Exercise

Body, Learn/Education, Reconciliation 101, Spirit, This Land, True History, Youth Perspective

Blanket Exercise Workshop

“The KAIROS Blanket Exercise™ program is a unique, participatory history lesson – developed in collaboration with Indigenous Elders, knowledge keepers and educators – that fosters truth, understanding, respect and reconciliation among Indigenous and non-indigenous peoples.” Many local organizations now offer facilitation for this exercise. It’s an incredible learning experience to continue your journey of Reconciliation.

Support Indigenous Jewelry Designers

Art & Music, Body, Shopping

Wanuskewin Online Store

Catherine Blackburn

Helen Oro Designs

Indig Inc.

There are incredible Indigenous jewelry designers that you can support by purchasing their work. Make sure you’re buying from an authentic retailer or try shopping online directly from the artist!

Take a Conversational Cree Class

Body, Language, Learn/Education

University of Saskatchewan Cree Classes

The University of Saskatchewan offers conversational Cree classes on a part-time basis or in an immersion setting. Visit their site for more information.

Offer your own expertise to support Reconciliation

Body, Business, Participate, Reconciliation 101, Spirit

What are your talents, skills and passions? Connect with Indigenous organizations in your community and offer your skills. You’ll build relationships, meet Elders, and learn about authentic engagement along the way.

Volunteer at powwows, round dances & community events

Body, Current Events, Kids/Family, Participate, Volunteer, Youth Perspective

Volunteering is an opportunity to not only learn, but interact with others and build relationships—the heart of reconciliation. Find an event, call the organizer, and get out there!
Office of the Treaty Commissioner’s Events Calendar
Saskatchewan Indigenous Cultural Centre for SK events & programming
IndigenousTourism.ca for national events

Buy Locally Made Moccasins

Art & Music, Body, Shopping

Support local artists. Ask questions about where products are sourced and who makes them. Make sure your money supports reputable retailers.

Participate in Indigenous Experiences through Parks Canada

Body, Kids/Family, Participate, This Land, True History

Parks Canada Travel Experience

Parks Canada and their Indigenous partners offer meaningful journeys to explore Indigenous roots in Canada, interacting with First Nation, Métis and Inuit cultures.

Support Indigenous Fashion Designers

Art & Music, Body, Shopping

Wanuskewin Online Store

Next time you go shopping, seek out Indigenous fashion designers either online or in retail shops. Just be sure to buy directly from the artist and/or support authentic Indigenous retailers. Photo from SheNative.com

Attend a workshop or event at Wanuskewin

Body, Language, Learn/Education, True History

Wanuskewin Programs

Plan an interesting, educational, and fun programming experience at Wanuskewin. You can walk through the beautiful Opimihaw Valley, handling artifacts, or learning a new life skill, they offer an experience that participants will remember for years to come!

Wanuskewin Heritage Park: Online Store

Art & Music, Body, Shopping

The Wanuskewin Heritage Park Online Store offers a selection of beautiful authentic and traditional pieces, from jewelry to home décor to artwork, hand-crafted by local artists using natural materials.

Subscribe to Women Warriors for Current Reflections on Issues of Health & Wellness

Body, Current Events, Health & Wellness

Women Warriors

Women Warriors helps women and children live healthy, active lifestyles. Subscribe to receive their newsletters, which engage with current issues around health and wellness.

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