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Mashkiwizii Manido Cultural Camps for Indigenous Youth

Reconnecting with cultural and ancestral roots is a journey that begins within, guided by a strong spirit. For young Indigenous people, this connection is especially important as Indigenous traditions, languages, and communities experience a powerful resurgence. To support this growing need, the Mashkiwizii Manido Foundation in Pembroke, Ontario, is creating a space where youth can gather, learn, and celebrate their culture through land-based cultural camps.

Mashkiwizii Manido Cultural Camps for Indigenous Youth2024-11-07T19:48:49+00:00

Uncovering the Forgotten History of Métis Contributions in the Pacific Northwest

The term "Métis" refers to individuals of mixed Indigenous and European heritage, reflecting the blending of two distinct cultures. The Métis Peoples are an integral part of history in the Pacific Northwest (PNW), having played important roles in the region’s economic, social, cultural, and political life. Yet, much of their history has been overlooked or forgotten, their contributions erased from the mainstream narrative. Métis communities have faced systemic discrimination and marginalization.

Uncovering the Forgotten History of Métis Contributions in the Pacific Northwest2024-11-07T19:45:30+00:00

Indigenous Ministry Office Fosters Healing and Reconciliation in Northern Ontario

True reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples requires more than words - it needs tangible actions that preserve and celebrate Indigenous traditions and heritage. The Indigenous Ministry Office at the Diocese of Thunder Bay has been doing just that, fostering healing and reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities across northern Ontario.

Indigenous Ministry Office Fosters Healing and Reconciliation in Northern Ontario2024-11-07T19:42:15+00:00

Moccasin-Making Workshop Reconnects Community to Culture and Traditions

Indigenous communities are working hard to piece together the threads of their cultures after centuries of efforts to erase their traditions. To support this revitalization, the Diocese of Thunder Bay is partnering with two Elders to bring a moccasin-making project to the community, ensuring an authentic and intergenerational learning experience.

Moccasin-Making Workshop Reconnects Community to Culture and Traditions2024-11-07T19:38:42+00:00

Anishnabeg Outreach Tackles Mental Health Crisis with Innovative Digital Support Platform

Indigenous communities across Canada are facing a mental health crisis, with nearly one in three community members reporting severe psychological distress, compared to just over one in ten in the general population. This situation is worsened by systemic barriers that often overlook the unique cultural contexts and historical traumas of these communities. As a result, Indigenous peoples experience higher rates of suicide, addiction, intimate partner violence, and involvement in the criminal justice system.

Anishnabeg Outreach Tackles Mental Health Crisis with Innovative Digital Support Platform2024-11-07T19:36:11+00:00

A New Path to Housing and Community at 412 Barton

For many Indigenous and Black seniors, finding safe, permanent housing can be an uphill battle. The lasting impacts of residential schools, the Sixties Scoop, anti-Black racism, along with daily experiences of discrimination, have left many older adults without stable housing or access to adequate support systems. As a result, they face higher rates of homelessness and poorer health outcomes compared to other senior populations.

A New Path to Housing and Community at 412 Barton2024-11-07T19:16:46+00:00

Uut Uustukyuu: Bridging the Gap for Indigenous Wellness

The Uut Uustukyuu Indigenous Healing Society, which operates out the Ahousaht First Nation on the West Coast of Vancouver Island, has been addressing the unique healing needs of Indigenous people through a trauma-informed and culturally grounded approach.

Uut Uustukyuu: Bridging the Gap for Indigenous Wellness2025-12-02T17:36:22+00:00

A Memorial Monument for Grouard Mission Cemetery

Grouard Mission, a hamlet on Treaty 8 territory in Northern Alberta, is rich in Indigenous history and home to a primarily Indigenous population. Its cemetery, with the earliest recorded burials dating back to 1873, holds the stories of generations past. Among the 1,500 residents buried there, 221 are presumed to be children from the Indian Residential School in Grouard. As the years pass, Elders in the community fear that the identities of those laid to rest may fade into history.

A Memorial Monument for Grouard Mission Cemetery2024-11-07T18:30:12+00:00

EmpowerRoots – Resources for educators to help Indigenous youth thrive

Indigenous communities face significant mental health challenges, many of which are deeply tied to the lasting effects of colonialism. Intergenerational trauma, poverty, unemployment, and housing insecurity have created an environment where mental health struggles are prevalent. During the COVID-19 pandemic, 1 in 5 Indigenous adults reported mental health issues - double the rate of non-Indigenous adults.

EmpowerRoots – Resources for educators to help Indigenous youth thrive2024-11-07T18:09:45+00:00

Healing on the Water for Indigenous People in Vancouver’s DTES

Many Indigenous people living in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside (DTES) face significant challenges related to substance use. The cycle of addiction - often rooted in historical trauma and marginalization - can make it hard to see a future beyond their immediate surroundings. While the DTES provides a sense of community, it can also be a difficult place to escape the grip of addiction.

Healing on the Water for Indigenous People in Vancouver’s DTES2024-11-07T18:06:09+00:00
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