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Artistic Roots

For centuries, musicians and artists have shared their perspectives on people, places, and events. In so doing, they have helped to shape Canada’s identity.


We Are All Treaty People

In this lesson students will explore Treaty Relationships in Canada through a simulation and inquiry project. 


Reconciliation Through Revitalization

In this lesson, students will explore the concepts of cultural appropriation and cultural appreciation. Students will research contemporary Indigenous people or groups to understand the way they are revitalizing and sharing aspects of their cultures as part of the process of reconciliation.


Why Local Stories Matter Transcript

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Coming of age for Indigenous identity

Indigenous authors among Canadian-history writers receiving regional, national and international honours.


Distorted Descent

Book Review: Distorted Descent is a scathing critique of white people claiming “métis” status for personal gain.


Cree Code Talkers

In this lesson, students will learn about Cree Code Talkers in the Second World War. They will be asked to research Code Talkers and Tom Longboat and prepare written responses comparing the two histories.


Treaties in Canada

In this guide, educators share how they teach Treaties in the classroom, including advice, online resources, books, and lesson plans.


CMHR Launches Spirit Tours

Starting in January 2015, the Canadian Museum for Human Rights will offer 90-minute tours to teach visitors about Indigenous symbolism in the museum’s architecture.


Whitehorse, Yukon: Frozen in time

In Yukon, keys to the past are sometimes preserved in patches of ice.