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Decolonization efforts entangle Franco-Albertan heritage
The University of Alberta’s Campus Saint-Jean is wrestling with the historical legacy of its founders, who represent French Canadian survival to some but colonial oppression to others.
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Addressing academia’s pretendian problem
Two Indigenous professors create a reference guide to stop scholars who falsely claim Indigenous heritage.
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‘It’s what we need’: Nunavut senator praises Inuit Nunangat University announcement
With a location chosen in Arviat and a new $50 M pledge, the Inuit-led university pursues its plans to open in 2030.
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Mentorship helps emerging Indigenous physicians succeed
Programs help offset longstanding deficiencies in education, guidance and representation.
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What role should universities play in revitalizing Indigenous languages?
Scholars in Calgary, Odanak and Edmundston have recently spearheaded research projects on the revitalization of Indigenous languages. But where do universities fit in, and how should they be contributing?
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Equity and academic programming: beyond simply an additive approach
Why Canadian universities need to think more holistically to effectively integrate more robust forms of equity.
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International truths and (reconciliation)
Being invited to give Canadian context to other countries’ reconciliation efforts with Indigenous communities is a great honour, but we must remember that we still have a considerable distance to go before we can mutually agree on our progress.
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It’s time to retire ‘white paper’
Deconstructing the racial and historical context surrounding the controversial term.
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Reconciliation and indigenization: ‘there’s still a lot of work to be done’
Recent survey results released by Universities Canada show a majority of respondents are committed to integrating Indigenous knowledge into their programs.
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The road to reconciliation
Universities Canada’s new commitments to truth and reconciliation will be a living document.
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Continuing education at First Nations University of Canada focuses in on reconciliation
The latest offering from the Indigenous Continuing Education Centre taps into the public appetite for guidance around the TRC’s calls to action.
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New workshop series offers nursing faculties training in implementing TRC’s calls to action
The two-hour, voluntary sessions provide training in Indigenous specific racism, cultural humility, cultural safety and integrating the truth of colonization.
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Telling Indigenous stories through medicines of the land
Kwantlen U library collection features plant-based skin care items.
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Ethical considerations for the integration of Indigenous knowledge into open education resources
Consent, consultation and collaboration are key.
