Social Studies: Grade 7 – Buffalo Apocalypse

Social Studies: Grade 7 – Buffalo Apocalypse

The documentary, Elder in the Making, provides an introduction to the experiences of Indigenous peoples before and after contact. Episode 3: Sacred Ground and Episode 4: Apocalypse explore the significance of the land for the Blackfoot peoples in southern Alberta,...
The Land is the Teacher: Watch it online

The Land is the Teacher: Watch it online

We’re proud to present a short documentary that you’ll be able to use in your classrooms in the new year. While Elder in the Making took you to the hot summer prairies of the south, our CBC short “The Land is the Teacher” takes you to the wintry boreal forest of the...
We Are All Treaty People. Or Are We?

We Are All Treaty People. Or Are We?

Often I am asked, what inspired me as a newcomer to learn more about Treaty 7? What inspired the roadtrip that became Elder in the Making? As it turns out, it all began with an acknowledgement. Just a few years ago I started hearing an acknowledgement about being on...
National Aboriginal Week in Calgary

National Aboriginal Week in Calgary

We are keeping the circle strong. Joining this week-long celebration of events that promote pride, understanding and awareness of Aboriginal cultures, traditions, contributions and achievements. If you haven’t had the chance to watch Elder in the Making, join us...