Teaching & Learning from Home - Xwi7xwa - Distance Research - Research Guides at University of British Columbia

Introduction

The links below include free Indigenous-focused online education and leisure resources for kids, adults and educators. Some resources listed here are specifically in response to COVID-19, while other resources are not and may continue to be available afterward.

For Educators, Teachers and Information Professionals

Compilation of Information Services Providers Responses to COVID-19 and Instructions for Accessing Content
This Google document, provided by the Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA), lists information service providers and publishers, their plans for expanding access due to COVID-19 and instructions for accessing expanded content.
Eeyou Education
An initiative of the Cree School Board, based in northern Quebec.
FirstVoices
A language learning initiatives by the First Peoples' Cultural Council.
Hearts of Our People: Native Women Artists online gallery
An online art exhibit hosted by the
Renwick Gallery (Smithsonian American Art Museum) from Feb. 21-May 17.
Idea of the Day
Created by the Surrey School District's Aboriginal Learning division, "Idea of the Day" is a website for parents, educators, and students that features daily learning activities you can do from home.
imagineNATIVE films
A selection of free and paid films by imagineNative.
Indigenous Cinema
A large collection of Indigenous made or focused films from the National Film Board of Canada.
Inhabit Media -- Resources for Educators
Inhabit Media is an Inuit-owned, independent publishing company based in the Canadian Arctic.
Inuktitube
YouTube for people who speak Inuktitut.
Think Indigenous - Online Indigenous Education K-8
A YouTube Channel, started by Chris Scribe, current director of the Indian Teacher Education Progam (ITEP) at the University of Saskatchewan.

For Parents, Guardians & Kids

Reading of "You Hold Me Up"
Author Monique Gray Smith reads aloud her children's book "You Hold Me Up."
Reading of "My Heart Fills With Happiness"
Author Monique Gray Smith reads aloud her children's book "My Heart Fills With Happiness."
Reading of "When We Are Kind"
Author Monique Gray Smith reads aloud her children's book "When We Are Kind."
Social Distance Powwow
A public Facebook group & social media movement created to support vendors, dancers and singers affected by COVID-19. Occasionally they host an arranged Powwow (around once a month).
Online Resources for Kids and Teens
Compiled by the Squamish Public Library.
COVID-19 Posters (Digital)
A series of posters by Indigenous artists with COVID-19 health-related "propaganda."
Canadian Bushcraft free workshops
During COVID-19, Caleb Musgrave, owner and operator outdoor education school Canadian Bushcraft, is offering free online classes while the school is shut down. Musgrave is an Anishinaabe man from Hiawatha First Nation.
Huqqullaaqatigiit Weekly Drum Dance online
Huqqullaaqatigiit (meaning people who sing and dance together) drumming group member Julia Ogina hosts a Facebook Live drum dance on Tuesday nights. The group usually practices traditional songs from communities in Nunavut, but participants are encouraged to join in and follow along with the virtual event by sharing song sheets on the group's page in advance.
Indigenous Cinema
A large collection of Indigenous made and focused films by the National Film Board of Canada.
Live beading on Facebook and Instagram
Amber Sandy, an Anishinaabe woman, hosts hour long beading sessions once or twice a week. Everyone is welcome to join.
Mental Health & Cultural Supports
Compiled by the First Nations Health Authority. Includes links and phone numbers for freely available mental health and cultural support.
Paper Doll template
Author Joanne Robertson has shared a template for a paper doll on Twitter.
Colouring Page -- "The Sockeye Mother"
A colouring page from the book "The Sockeye Mother."
imagineNATIVE Films
A selection of free and paid films by imagineNative.
COVID-19 Resources from The Enchanté Network
The Enchanté Network is a membership-based organization that connects and supports 2Spirit and LGBTQ+ communities across Canada. These are community-based resources for staying healthy and accessing medical services during COVID-19.
Family Art Adventures with Lance Cardinal!
Artist Lance Cardinal has started an online kids show to help keep children entertained during the pandemic. The show teaches kids about the history and culture of Indigenous communities and Cree language.