Education for Truth & Reconciliation
Browse the sections below for access to Teacher and Student Resources and browse
various opportunities for Professional Development.
What is Education for Truth and Reconciliation?
(Source: Beginning the Journey Webinar with Lisa Howell. Offered in collaboration with LEARN. Sept. 17, 2021)
Education for Truth and Reconciliation involves working with First Nation, Métis, and Inuit to help rebalance the education system and ensure that Indigenous knowledge, worldviews, cultures, and histories are included and valued in schools. It is not only recognizing the past, but also the present and future contributions of Indigenous Peoples. It is not only what we teach, but how we teach. It is a holistic and lifelong learning approach that benefits ALL learners, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous.
Free Online Course: Truth and Reconciliation in Quebec
Join our new 4-part, self-paced course designed to help Quebec educators reflect, learn, and take meaningful action to support Truth and Reconciliation. You can complete the course at your own pace.🎯 By the end of the course, you’ll be better equipped to welcome and support Indigenous students and bring Indigenous perspectives into your classroom in respectful, informed ways.
➤ Course Overview
Module 1: Many Sovereign Nations
Module 2: Indigenous Experiences in Education
Module 3: Creating Safe Spaces
Module 4: Acts of Reconciliation
Each module is approximately 1 hour.
🤝 This course was conceptualized in partnership with Rebekah Goertzen (CQSB, Anishinaabe) and Drew Wapachee McDougall (Cree Nation of Mistissini / Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg).
📩 Want to Enroll?
Access the Moodle Platform via this link. Contact us to get your school board-specific enrollment key.
Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada
- Created by Canadian Geographic and Indigenous and ally educators and organizations
- On loan (FOR FREE) to English schools and universities in Quebec (as well as QAIS, AJDS, FNEC, Cree SB and Kativik Ilisarniliriniq SB
- Accompanying bilingual Teacher's Guide with activities for Kindergarten- Adult Ed.
- LEARN is not responsible for transporting the atlas, but we'll do our best to help you find a solution. Depending on the school board, inter-school mail could be a possibility.
- View the Padlet below for more details
LEARN Blog Posts
Welcoming and Including Indigenous Students in Quebec Elementary and Secondary Schools: An Interview with Le Regroupement des centres d’amitié autochtones du Québec (RCAAQ)
An interview with Catherine Savard from the Le Regroupement des centres d’amitié autochtones du Québec (RCAAQ) to discuss their new guide for Welcoming and Including
Stepping Onto The Map: Unfolding the IPAC Atlas in Quebec
LEARN education consultants reflect on their experience of bringing the Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada into a Montreal community setting. We share some reactions, emotions,
Our Pathways Into Education for Reconciliation
Three non-Indigenous members of the LEARN team share their experiences with education for Truth and Reconciliation and resources and supports to engage in ongoing (un)learning
LEARN Resources
LES: Indigenous Tourism in Quebec Today
In this LES, students will learn more about the 11 Nations with communities established in Quebec. They will select a Nation and research tourism opportunities in communities established by that particular Nation.
Click to access additional activity plans:
- Acknowledge a Territory
- You Matter – I Matter (National Day for Truth and Reconciliation)
- Write a letter to a member of Parliament
Educator Reflection Tools
Indigenous Voices
These insightful videos feature Indigenous educators and consultants in Quebec. Hear their powerful voices as they share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives on Truth and Reconciliation in Education. These videos offer valuable insights and suggestions for walking forward together. We’ve included questions to accompany each video, encouraging deeper reflection.
Cultural Safety with Mélanie Vincent
On behalf of LEARN, we want to express our sincere gratitude to Mélanie Vincent for generously sharing her wisdom and experience in this video. Your
Connecting to the Land featuring Mélanie Vincent and Rebekah Goertzen.
On behalf of LEARN, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to Rebekah Goertzen and Mélanie Vincent for generously sharing their expertise with educators
Cultural Safety with Mélanie Vincent: Reflection Questions
This document contains reflection questions which allows educators to delve deeper into the video “Cultural Safety” featuring Mélanie Vincent. On behalf of LEARN, we want
Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices: Reflection Questions
This document contains reflection questions which allows educators to delve deeper into the two videos “Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices” featuring Mélanie Vincent and Rebekah Goertzen. On
Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices with Mélanie Vincent
On behalf of LEARN, we want to express our sincere gratitude to Mélanie Vincent for generously sharing her wisdom and experience in this video. Your
Email Updates
Want information about new resources and upcoming events related to Truth and Reconciliation in Quebec?
Register for our Education for Truth and Reconciliation mailing list !
Check out our past email updates below:
Recently Recorded Webinars
Curated Resources
