June is National Indigenous History Month. We encourage you to explore the rich and diverse cultures, voices, experiences and histories of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.
In Brightspace, under the Learning Resource tab on your homepage, you can enroll in the “Understanding Indigenous Culture” online course. Check out this quick video tutorial on how to find and enroll.
NBCC has introduced ‘Seven Feathers’ walkways at each of our campus locations to serve as an important reminder of NBCC’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation.
The Wabanaki Collection connects postsecondary educators, grade school teachers, and the general public with various resources that support enhanced relationships between all the peoples of Eastern Canada and Northeastern United States.
Indigenous Canada is a free course from the UAlberta that explores Indigenous histories and contemporary issues in Canada.
Canadian Heritage Moment: Kenojuak Ashevak
A founding member of Cape Dorset’s famed printmaking co-op, Kenojuak Ashevak introduced Inuit art to the world (1927-2013).
Canadian Heritage Moment: Naskumituwin (Treaty)
The making of Treaty 9 from the perspective of historical witness George Spence, an 18-year-old Cree hunter from Albany, James Bay.
Canadian Heritage Moment: Tom Longboat
This Heritage Minute follows the life of Onondaga long-distance runner Gagwe:gih, whose name means “Everything.” Known around the world as Tom Longboat, he was one of the most celebrated athletes of the early 20th century.
Women of this Land
Women of This Land is a documentary series spotlighting the resilience and cultural richness of Indigenous women in Atlantic Canada as they share their stories of connection to land and heritage.
An Illustrated History of Canada's Native People
Canada's Native people have inhabited this land since the Ice Age and were already accomplished traders, artisans, farmers, and marine hunters when Europeans first reached their shores. Contact between Natives and European explorers and settlers initially presented an unprecedented period of growth and opportunity.
Stubborn Resistance*
When New Brunswick became its own colony in 1784, the government concluded several peace treaties with the Mi’kmaq and Maliseet in the territory that protected First Nations lands. But as settlers, loyalists, and disbanded soldiers moved into New Brunswick, they moved onto the reserves, often without official sanction.
We Were Not the Savages, First Nations History, 4th Ed*
The title of this book We Were Not the Savages speaks to the truth of what happened when Europeans invaded Mi'kmaw lands in the 17th century. Prior to the European invasion the Mi'kmaq lived healthy lives and for thousands of years had lived in harmony with nature in the land they called Mi'kma'ki. This book sets the record straight.
Where the Pavement Ends*
Over the past fifteen years, Canada's Aboriginal healing community has emerged as a vital and visible force. Creative recovery programs have been established across the country, and international initiatives such as the "Healing Our Spirit Worldwide" gatherings have originated here.
* Available through the New Brunswick Public Library. Sign up for a free library card.
NBCC campuses are located on Mi’kmaq, Wolastoq and Peskotomuhkati homelands. Since 1726 this land has been subject to treaties that are still in effect today. We are grateful to learn together on this land and do so guided by the original spirit of those treaties - peace, respect and friendship.