The Event
Schedule for the Day
8:30 -9:15 Registration
9:00 - 9:30 Breakfast Snacks in the Cineplus Theatre
9:30 - 10:30 Workshop Timeslot A
10:30 - 11:30 Workshop Timeslot B
11:30 - 12:15 Lunch (Bring your own lunch, visit the on-site venues (Boreal Bistro, Panorama Cafe,
Second Cup) or nearby places on foot.
12:30 -1:15 Workshop Timeslot C
1:20 - 2:05 Workshop Timeslot D
Notes:
- Registration for this event is $5. The Museum is waving the admission fee for this event. Please bring cash or cheque.
- If you wish to park, parking is $13 underground on site.
- Please bring your own lunch, or money to buy lunch nearby. A reusable water bottle is also recommended, as water will only be available at fountains for this event.
WORKSHOP 1: RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL PROGRAM
Museum Staff - Guided Workshop - MAX 20 teachers
In response to the Truth and Reconciliation’s 94 Calls to Action to actively work towards reconciliation for residential school Survivors, the Museum of History is launching its first high school program on residential schools in the fall of 2019. In this session, teachers will listen to powerful oral stories of first and second-generation Survivors and participate in a guided tour of the residential school exhibition in the Canadian History Hall. The workshop will also include information of best practices on how to discuss difficult topics in the classroom.
WORKSHOP 2: GUIDED EXPLORATION
Museum Staff stationed at various intervals to help exploration, but independent - MAX 45 teachers
Discover the Canadian History Hall and explore different perspectives in a collector card activity. Connect stories of real people who lived through historic events and the objects and events that influenced their experiences. Encounter Program Interpreters in the Hub who will provide animations and encourage students to explore objects, events and people that tell important stories that have shaped Canada. Be inspired by the traditional art form of weaving and mark your history in a collaborative art project. This fun-filled and engaging program will help you connect historically with the perspectives of other Canadians and consider what it means to be Canadian today.
WORKSHOP 3: ONLINE RESOURCES
Museum Learning Specialists - MAX 45 teachers
The Museum is in the process of developing comprehensive online resources for teachers across the country. Learning Specialists will discuss the development and research process in creating these resources. Attendees can expect a showcase of what has been created already, and what the plans for future development are.
WORKSHOP 4: INDIGENOUS THEMED GRAND TOUR
Guided Tour with Learning Specialists - MAX 20 teachers
Join us as we pilot a highlight tour focused on indigenous content from our Grand Hall and select stories from the first two galleries of the Canadian History Hall. From looking at the indigenous connection to the land, its’ resources and the communities and the impact of contact and expansion into Canada’s west. This tour is an opportunity to see priceless artifacts from the Dorset collection to Louis Riel handcuffs.
WORKSHOP 5: SELF GUIDED TOUR
Independent Exploration - no MAX
Explore the History Museum’s fascinating exhibitions featuring Indigenous content from the First Peoples Hall to the Canadian History Hall. Use self-guided handouts such as the artifact hunt and the Canadian History Hall’s teacher resource guide.
WORKSHOP 6: INDIAN HORSE VIEWING IN THE CINEPLUS THEATRE
Movie Screening- 200 people max
"Follows the life of Canadian First Nations boy, Saul Indian Horse, as he survives residential school and life amongst the racism of the 1970s. A talented hockey player, Saul must find his own path as he battles stereotypes and alcoholism". Join us for a viewing of this dramatic film that can be used in conjunction with a novel study, or on its own. Stay behind afterwards for a discussion on the film and consider its use in your classroom.
WORKSHOP 7: BLANKET EXERCISE
Elaine and Theland Kicknosway -75 people max
"The KAIROS Blanket Exercise is a workshop that explores the nation-to-nation relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada. Blankets arranged on the floor represent land and participants are invited to step into the roles of First Nations, Inuit and later Métis peoples. The workshop helps people to understand how the colonization of this land impacts those who were here long before settlers arrived. It engages people’s minds and hearts in understanding why the relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples is often broken and how we can take action together"
WORKSHOP 8: TEACHER RESOURCE FAIR
Melissa Campbell Schwartz, Kelsey Brown, David Crowe, Lesley Ford, Iman Zebian - 30 people max
Considering offering a new Indigenous Studies course? Looking for resources? Join us in this workshop/resource fair. We have a variety of teaching experiences in Indigenous Studies and will be sharing some of our personal resources and resources we have found helpful for various Indigenous Studies courses (NBE3C, NBE3U, NDA3M, NAC20). This will be an informal time to browse the resources, speak to others teaching a variety of Indigenous Studies courses and to build a social network.