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Please keep “appreciation vs. appropriation” in mind when planning lessons. Below is more information on how we are asking that schools and teachers refrain from replicating, reproducing and/or mimicking Indigenous cultural practices or ceremonies. In following the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, it is crucial that Indigenous Peoples are the ones leading in this area.
Please keep “appreciation vs. appropriation” in mind when planning lessons. Below is more information on how we are asking that schools and teachers refrain from replicating, reproducing and/or mimicking Indigenous cultural practices or ceremonies. In following the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, it is crucial that Indigenous Peoples are the ones leading in this area.
Jeffrey George
Jeffrey George
Jeffrey George is a talented local Ojibwe artist from Kettle and Stony Point First Nation.
Christi Belcourt
Christi Belcourt
"I have nothing to say about my art. I will leave that to others. Everything that drives me, and drives my art and the mishmash of everything I do in my life is my love for the earth and my awe of it all."
Christi Belcourt is a role model for all students and educators. She advocates for the environment and indigenous education.
Isaac Murdoch
Isaac Murdoch
Isaac Murdoch is an Indigenous artist and environmentalists who loves the land and believes in the spirits of the land. With everything he does, the underlying theme is always respect for the land and reclamation of the ways of his ancestors.
Click here for Colouring Pages from Isaac and Christi
Click here for Colouring Pages from Isaac and Christi
Appreciation vs. Appropriation
Appreciation vs. Appropriation
Issac Murdoch explains appropriation of dream catchers
Issac Murdoch explains appropriation of dream catchers
Guiding Principles for Indigenous Education
Guiding Principles for Indigenous Education
Acknowledge the traditional territory.
Exercise extreme caution when using the internet as a resource as there are many inaccuracies and misrepresentations circulating. When looking at resources, always check to see whose voice is telling the story or providing the information.
Seek permission first. When considering using knowledge or teachings in the classroom, educators must always have permission from the person (e.g., Elder) or community from which the information is coming from to ensure accountability. The source of knowledge must always be acknowledged and referenced.
Build a relationship with Knowledge Holders (e.g., Elder) in your traditional territory. This is foundational for ensuring respect and building partnerships. With an established relationship, educators will be able to access information and local knowledge that is also based on reciprocity and reconciliation. Building relationships will foster an inclusive and respectful learning community.
Create a relationship that is based on sharing and mutual benefit for everyone involved.
Adapted from: Indigenous Knowledge: Understandings & Considerations (created by STAO, FNMIEAO & DPCDSB)
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