Indigenous Resources
Below are resources and information for those who are Indigenous.
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Island Métis Family and Community Services Society’s 2023 Orange Shirt Day Event
On Friday, September 29th, 2023 from 10:00am-2:00pm, Island Métis Family and Community Services is hosting an event to honor the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This event features an art installation and story walk through that will provide education on...
CBC News Missing and Murdered Podcast
CBC News has created an original podcast titled Missing and Murdered hosted by CBC News investigative reporter, Bonnie Walker. It is currently in its second season, and covers the cases of Indigenous woman who are missing or murdered in British Columbia. This podcast...
Moose Hide Campaign
Thursday, May 11 is the Moose Hide Campaign Day. On this day, all Canadians are encouraged to join together and stand against gender-based violence while taking steps toward reconciliation. Please see the website below to register for the day's events and to view...
Second Annual Our Women are Sacred Walk
To honour the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls on May 5, Surrounded by Cedar Child & Family Services is hosting their second annual “Our Women are Sacred” walk. Attendees are encouraged to attend this event, gather, heal, and celebrate. The event...
Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
On May 5, the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people, please take the time to read “Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls"...
Indigenous Throat Singing Performance
An event organized by the Victoria Native Friendship Centre will be held at Camosun College from 6:00-7:00 PM PST on Friday, November 25th. Admission is free and registration is available online. This performance will feature a throat singing dyad from Labrador and...
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....