Resources for Teachers

Curriculum and Education Programs

Aboriginal Education

The Aboriginal Education team from The Calgary Catholic School District provides various educational, counselling and cultural services focused on supporting Aboriginal students.

Source: Calgary Catholic School District

Aboriginal Studies

Aboriginal Studies 10–20–30 provides a conceptual framework for all learners to enhance understanding of the diverse Aboriginal cultures within their region, Canada and the world.

Source: Government of Alberta; Education

First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) Languages Programs (Curriculum)

Provincially developed language programs include optional programs in a wide variety of Aboriginal languages, including Blackfoot and Cree.

Source: Government of Alberta; Education

Medicine Wheel Kindergarten Program

The Medicine Wheel Program is an Aboriginal-focused initiative created by Métis Calgary Family Services Society, a non-profit, charitable organization, in cooperation with the Calgary Board of Education.

Source: Calgary Board of Education

Miyo Wahkohtowin Community Education Authority

The Miyo Wahkohtowin Community Education Authority of the Ermineskin Cree Nation is located in Hobbema, Alberta and operates the Ermineskin Kindergarten, Primary, Junior Senior High and Ehpewapahk Schools.

Top of page

Educational Resources

Artistry of the Land, Ancient Stories and Art of our First Nations People, The

This project helps non-Aboriginal children near Calgary, Alberta to gain an understanding of the First Nations People of their area and learn the importance of respect and harmony.

Source: Galileo Educational Network

Nitsitapiisinni - Stories and Spaces: Exploring Kainai Plants and Culture

This website explores Blackfoot knowledge and use of local plants, presenting the plants in the context of the sights and sounds of the land, with descriptions in Blackfoot, French and English, links to interviews with elders, and other resources.

Top of page

Lesson Plans and Activities

Luxton Museum of the Plains Indian

The Collections of the Luxton Museum of the Plains Indian aim to provide Canadians with a better understanding and appreciation of native societies.

People of the Plains – Past and Present

This page describes an integrated project for grade 2 students, focusing on Plains First Nations communities of the past and present and the importance of stories and legends.

Source: Galileo Educational Network

Rediscovery in the Schools

The Rediscovery in the Schools program is a Cultural and Outdoor Education program in the Calgary area, which encourages participation from Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal students.

Source: Ghost River Rediscovery

Understanding our Heritage

This inquiry-based project was a full year focus for grade 2 & 3 students in Alberta's Foothills School Division, and looked closely at the history of the community and people of Millarville from the perspective of the land.

Source: Galileo Educational Network

Top of page

School Boards

Northland School Division No. 61

Northland School Division provides quality educational experiences and opportunities for all students within its schools, and develops programs that encompass all cultures and peoples.

Top of page