Vertical Files
- Subject HeadingsThe majority of our vertical files are organized according to our classification system and are catalogued. Some of the vertical files are organized alphabetically by subject. The following Word document can help you locate these items.
Xwi7xwa Library Guide
Aboriginal Maps and Mapping Research Guide QR Code
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Overview
This research guide provides direction for finding maps and mapping resources created from Indigenous perspectives as well as other maps relevant to research on Aboriginal topics.
Featured Maps
"This map is designed to illustrate the rich diversity of the First Nations Peoples of British Columbia.
A variety of sources have been used as guides, including the Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs June 1993 map entitled 'Sovereign Indigenous Nations Territorial Boundaries', and the map entitled 'Traditional Territories of British Columbia First Nations as set out by Statements of Intent accepted by the B.C. Treaty Commission'.
The boundaries between territories are deliberately shown as blending into one another, in recognition of the complex territorial relationships involved."
(From the BC Ministry of Education).
- We Rise - Interactive Map
The Âhkameyihtamowin Project: Mapping Indigenous Assurgency Across Turtle Island
This map showcases stories of Indigenous people, organizations, communities, and events that have been nominated as examples of Indigenous success.
Scroll through to see people, organizations, communities, and events which have been nominated as Indigenous role models.
Featured Collections at UBC Library
Land Acknowledgements
UBC has two campuses: the Vancouver Campus and the Okanagan Campus.
The Vancouver Campus is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) people.
- xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Website
- Musqueam Nation (BC Treaty Commission)
- UBC and Musqueam History
- Territory Acknowledgements at UBC Vancouver
The City of Vancouver is located on Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations territory.
The Okanagan Campus and the City of Kelowna are located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Syilx Okanagan Nation.
Additional Resources
- UBC Indigenous Peoples Language Guidelines
Examples of both written and oral recognition can be found in the Acknowledgement and Recognition section. - Supporting Territory Acknowledgements in Your Classroom or Workplace
UBC Centre for Teaching, Learning, and Technology [PDF]
- Xwi7xwa Library: Locating Ourselves
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This document sets out to assist researchers in learning how to locate the traditional territory they are on.
