National Indigenous Peoples Day is June 21st. Learn about the diverse culture of First Nations, Metis, and Inuit people of Canada.
TVO Kids – National Indigenous Peoples Day
Journeys in Film
Films have long been overlooked as an educational tool. Films can open our minds, inspire us to learn more, provide a bridge to better understanding major issues of 21st century concern, and compel us to make a difference. When properly used, film can be a powerful educational tool in developing critical thinking skills and exposure to different perspectives. Journeys in Films provides free curriculum guides, lesson plans, and discussion guides to support the use of films as educational tools in your classrooms.
Note: Be sure to follow your school board’s policy about using video (film) in your classroom. Canada’s Fair Dealing Decision Tool will help you evaluate whether you are allowed to use a video resource in your classroom.
Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada
Indigenous perspectives much older than the nation itself shared through maps, artwork, history and culture. Content is available online in a beautiful dynamic website, and you may also purchase the multi-volume resource.
This atlas was created by The Royal Canadian Geographical Society in conjunction with the Assembly of First Nations, Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, the Métis Nation, the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation and Indspire.
In this atlas, you will find outstanding reference maps of Indigenous Canada, as well as a section devoted to Truth and Reconciliation, including detailed pages on many aspects of the topic with contemporary and historical photographs, maps and more. There’s also a glossary of common Indigenous terms.
Tvo.org – Taking a walk through Indigenous history
This website has many resources and this specific link is focused on Indigenous perspectives. There are in Ontario Hubs. There are important discussions on reconciliation and reclaiming identities.
Ministry of Government and Consumer Services: Online Lesson Plans from the Archives of Ontario Organized by Theme
This website has a lot of archival information. This link is specifically for black history. It has lesson plans and centers diverse voices.
The Chinese Canadian Military Museum
This website has a lot of information and artifacts focused on the contributions of Chinese Canadians in the military. This website is a way to expand the narrative around who ‘heroes’ are. It is also a way to bridges the gaps found in many history textbooks which don’t have a complete historical narrative.
Ministry of Indigenous Affairs
A website with many resources for educators to plan lessons around reconciliation, treaty rights and other Indigenous perspectives.
TVO Kids
This part of TVO’s website has lots of different resources which teachers can use in the classroom. There are videos and games students can enjoy.
The Canadian Encyclopedia
This website is a portal with information for teachers to use in their classrooms. There are historic and relevant timelines and connections to the curriculum.
Canada’s History
This website has resources and magazines dedicated to teaching Canada’s history.