Equity & Diversity Resources
Below are information and resources for members of marginalized communities, including BIPOC individuals, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.
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Inclusive Recreation at UVIC
Uvic's Advocacy for Inclusive Recreation (AIR) group offers free recreational activities to UVic students who identify with one or more of the following groups: people with disabilities, BIPOC, Indigenous, LGBT2SIA, and women, gender non-conforming, non-binary, and/or...
Indigenous Language Resources
The Woodland Cultural Centre has provided a collection of resources to support people in learning a variety of indigenous languages. These resources are free; most are available to the public whereas others require sign-in membership access....
Orange Shirt Day 2022 Educational Videos
Below is a list of orange shirt day videos which focus on personal experiences, education, and there is even a 1-hour free presentation about reconciliation in Canada. These videos are free and available for all. Website:...
Free Movies about Residential Schools and Indigenous History
The NFB has over 40 free films that highlight the history of residential schools in Canada. These films are mostly documentary style and focus on the experiences of the first nations and Métis communities that are being impacted by these events to this day....
Orange Shirt Day 2022 Activities for Kids
The Orange Shirt Day organization has uploaded a list of activities for families to take part in on September 30th. These are free and are available to both teachers and parents. These activities are educational and promote awareness of reconciliation efforts, as well...
National Truth and Reconciliation Day Lesson Plans for Teachers
The Alberta Teachers' Association has compiled a resource detailing many potential lesson plans, and activities that can be used to teach students about indigenous history, orange shirt day, and reconciliation in Canada. These resources and lesson plans are free and...
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Government Resource
Provided is a resource page detailing the national day, and its history from the perspective of the BC Government. The resource provides updates on the consultations in BC, as well as updated links to learn more from indigenous-run non-profits. Contact: (text)...
David Suzuki’s Landback Educational Resource
The David Suzuki Foundation has released an informative collection of resources regarding the land back movement, which is a movement that supports indigenous communities to regain their voice regarding what happens to the land in Canada, and in North America. This...
Truth and Reconciliation Education resources
The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation has a section of free educational resources for K-12 and adult learners. Website: https://nctr.ca/education/teaching-resources/education-resources/