Our Mission
To improve and enhance the educational experience of Aboriginal students, families and staff within Edmonton Public Schools.
Our Guiding Principles
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Our Board Policy
The Edmonton Public School Board passed the Aboriginal Education Policy in May, 2007. Click here to go to the Policy.
District Goals
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News for Students
Enbridge Indigenous Language Leadership Award - For a second year, Enbridge is offering awards of $2500 to support students at the CILLDI Summer School. These awards are available to members of communities in the Treaty 6, 7 and 8 areas. Preference will be given to applicants with a Bachelor of Education degree and who are working in the area of Indigenous languages education. Click here for more information
Kasp is an award winning hip hop performer. Click here to go to his website
The Métis Training to Employment Services can provide post-secondary funding for Métis students. Click here for more information
For the first time, DiscoverE is running a Girls Engineering Mentorship Club at Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society! Girls will get the opportunity to participate in exciting engineering and science programming! Click here for more information
For the first time, DiscoverE is running a Robotics Club at Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society! Students in grades 4-6 will get the opportunity to use their creativity and problem solving skills to design, build and program their own robots! Click here for more information
ConocoPhillips Canada presents awards annually to Aboriginal students who demonstrate hard work and dedication in pursuit of higher learning. Efforts can include upgrading their secondary education or entering a post-secondary program. Awards are granted on a yearly basis and may be used to cover portions of tuition, books or living expenses. Click here for more information
Edmonton Cultural Society invites everyone to attend their Northern Drum Dance and Song every Monday to Friday. Click here for more information
Creating Hope Society of Alberta invites you to participate in Drumming/Dancing Lessons and Beading Classes on Monday evenings. Click here for more information
Reddnation is one of the top Canadian rap groups. They draw from their Aboriginal backgrounds to create a hybrid of hip-hop and cultural values which translates into music that is fresh, original and exciting. Click here for more information
Aboriginal Skills Development Program (ASDP) is a national program which provides students with opportunities to learn about the federal government and gain valuable experience while developing and improving their employability skills. Click here for more information
The Bold Eagle Program provides Aboriginal youth with summer employment that offers a combination of military training and First Nations cultural awareness. Click here for more information
The Canadian Cadet Organization is the largest federally funded youth organization in Canada. With a population of more than 50,000 from coast to coast to coast, and funding for 70,000- we want to offer this free program to more Aboriginal Youth. Click here for more information
Young Aboriginal Leaders - Click here for more information about becoming an Aboriginal Leader of Tomorrow.
POWWOW Dancing & Drumming every Wednesday starting Wednesday, September 15, 2010. Click here for more information
One of the best ways to experience the culture of western Canada's Aboriginal First Nations People, is to take in a Pow-wow. Watch this space for the 2011 summer schedule in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and the Territories (Yukon & Northwest).
Métis Training to Employment (MTE) - Our Programs provide Métis youth with skill development and real work experience that show what the future may hold. Click here for more information
Building Environmental Aboriginal Human Resources (BEAHR) - Wouldn't it be great to go to work everyday and LOVE what you do?! The environmental sector is one of the best places to find something that everyone will love and Aboriginal EnviroCareers will show you how. Click here for more information
Oteenow – Employment & Training Society. Oteenow has four streams of youth programming designed to empower youth. Let them help you explore your career options, and plan your future employment in the labour market. Click here for more information
Trade Winds to Success Training Society – Putting Aboriginal People to Work in the Trades. This 18 week Aboriginal pre-apprenticeship training program will provide the skills and knowledge to start a career in several trades. The program is open to Métis, Inuit and First Nations people of Alberta. Training is offered in Edmonton and Calgary. Click here for more information
A local non-profit organization, iHuman provides youth arts programming to teens aged 12 to 24 in Edmonton. Through iHuman and the arts, Edmonton youth are able to find their own identity, become more empowered, and create their own compelling futures. Click here for more information
News for Parents
Senator Thelma Chalifoux Award – Call for Nominations - The Senator Thelma Chalifoux Award is present annually to an individual or organization outside of NAIT that has consistently demonstrated a commitment to Aboriginal student success. The award is intended to recognize recent achievements. Click here for the nomination package and more information.
Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society presents a free Aboriginal Culture evening for the whole family. There will be a soup and bannock supper along with a family activity. Click here for the date and more information
Enbridge Indigenous Language Leadership Award - For a second year, Enbridge is offering awards of $2500 to support students at the CILLDI Summer School. These awards are available to members of communities in the Treaty 6, 7 and 8 areas. Preference will be given to applicants with a Bachelor of Education degree and who are working in the area of Indigenous languages education. Click here for more information
Reach Aboriginal Leadership Committee presents their December Newsletter with upcoming events, contests and much more.
Spirit Keeper Youth Society hosts a one day conference and gala fundraiser with renowned speakers and a plenary panel of experts to offer solutions and opinions. Click here for the overview and conference forms
Aboriginal Education Centre - MacEwan University presents the Tipi Talk Bulletin – December 2011
Mill Woods Aboriginal Interagency Group Presents: Aboriginal Family Night with snowshoeing, Christmas crafts & caroling. Find out what your community has to offer. Click here for more information
Aboriginal Consulting Services Association of Alberta is now accepting referrals for the Healing Anger for Women Program. Click here for more information
For the first time, DiscoverE is running a Girls Engineering Mentorship Club at Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society! Girls will get the opportunity to participate in exciting engineering and science programming! Click here for more information
For the first time, DiscoverE is running a Robotics Club at Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society! Students in grades 4-6 will get the opportunity to use their creativity and problem solving skills to design, build and program their own robots! Click here for more information
ConocoPhillips Canada presents awards annually to Aboriginal students who demonstrate hard work and dedication in pursuit of higher learning. Efforts can include upgrading their secondary education or entering a post-secondary program. Awards are granted on a yearly basis and may be used to cover portions of tuition, books or living expenses. Click here for more information
Mother Bear - Journey to Healing - Cultural healing and reconnection for former residential school survivors and others affected by the intergenerational legacy of the residential school system. Talking circles take place every Tuesday and Thursday. Click here for more information
The Media Awareness Network has an interesting article on The Development of Aboriginal Broadcasting in Canada. Click here for the article
Creating Hope Society of Alberta invites you to participate in Drumming/Dancing Lessons and Beading Classes on Monday evenings. Click here for more information
Kalmahkotayo Parents Society - working for the best interest of our future leaders. Click here for more information
KidSport Alberta making a difference so ALL kids can PLAY! Click here for more information
Coyote Kids Weekly Program - A weekly Aboriginal Culture program for Aboriginal children ages 6-12 years; where they will learn about and take pride in their culture through elder teachings, activities, and crafts. They will also have the opportunity to earn badges, t-shirts, awards and attend the annual summer camp. Contact Andrea W. at 780-481-3451 for more information.
Centre for World Indigenous Knowledge and Research introduce their Business course and upcoming programs at Athabasca University. Click here for more information
POWWOW Dancing & Drumming every Wednesday starting Wednesday, September 15, 2010. Click here for more information
One of the best ways to experience the culture of western Canada's Aboriginal First Nations People, is to take in a Pow-wow. Watch this space for the 2011 summer schedule in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and the Territories (Yukon & Northwest).
Métis Training to Employment (MTE) - Our Programs provide Métis youth with skill development and real work experience that show what the future may hold. Click here for more information
Oteenow – Employment & Training Society. Oteenow has four streams of youth programming designed to empower youth, help them explore career options, and plan for future employment in the labour market. Click here for more information
Trade Winds to Success Training Society – Putting Aboriginal People to Work in the Trades. This 18 week Aboriginal pre-apprenticeship training program will provide the skills and knowledge to start a career in several trades. The program is open to Métis, Inuit and First Nations people of Alberta. Training is offered in Edmonton and Calgary. Click here for more information
** Reviews at Edmonton Public Schools - You will find an annotated bibliography that represent the diversity of First Nations, Métis and Inuit cultures across Canada and some of the United States. **
Denise Miller is on tour in May. Click here for more information on Storytelling and what she can do for your school. Click here for more information about her May tour and how your school can participate.
Senator Thelma Chalifoux Award – Call for Nominations - The Senator Thelma Chalifoux Award is present annually to an individual or organization outside of NAIT that has consistently demonstrated a commitment to Aboriginal student success. The award is intended to recognize recent achievements. Click here for the nomination package and more information.
K.A.S.P. Entertainment is an aboriginal owned business that promotes healthy lifestyles to communities throughout North America. We provide positive role models, workshop facilitators, motivational speakers, performers, storytellers and more. Click here for more information
Reach Aboriginal Leadership Committee presents their December Newsletter with upcoming events, contests and much more.
Spirit Keeper Youth Society hosts a one day conference and gala fundraiser with renowned speakers and a plenary panel of experts to offer solutions and opinions. Click here for the overview and conference forms
The Métis Training to Employment Services can provide post-secondary funding for Métis students. Click here for more information
ConocoPhillips Canada presents awards annually to Aboriginal students who demonstrate hard work and dedication in pursuit of higher learning. Efforts can include upgrading their secondary education or entering a post-secondary program. Awards are granted on a yearly basis and may be used to cover portions of tuition, books or living expenses. Click here for more information
The Media Awareness Network has an interesting article on The Development of Aboriginal Broadcasting in Canada. Click here for the article
The Aboriginal Education Unit offers a variety of professional development opportunities. These workshops can be offered at the school level, to cluster groups of schools or to a larger group of teachers/administrators, as requested. Click here for a list of Professional Development Opportunities
KidSport Alberta making a difference so ALL kids can PLAY! Click here for their website
Daytrippers is a non-profit charity that was established to fund day trips for school children who otherwise might not be able to afford to go. Click here for more information
Coyote Kids Weekly Program - A weekly Aboriginal Culture program for Aboriginal children ages 6-12 years; where they will learn about and take pride in their culture through elder teachings, activities, and crafts. They will also have the opportunity to earn badges, t-shirts, awards and attend the annual summer camp. Contact Andrea W. at 780-481-3451 for more information.
Centre for World Indigenous Knowledge and Research introduce their Business course and upcoming programs at Athabasca University. Click here for more information
Off the Hook Group Music Making Workshops are facilitated by Sarah Pocklington and Ed Mann. Drumming, vocal expression, beats, electronic sound, dancing, playing and listening all come together in a creative and fun group experience. Participants engage in the process of creative experimentation and learn to improvise with sound and music. Click here for more information
Métis Training to Employment (MTE) - Our Programs provide Métis youth with skill development and real work experience that show what the future may hold. Click here for more information
Building Environmental Aboriginal Human Resources (BEAHR) - The Aboriginal EnviroCareers online resource features 15 lesson plans for grades 9-12 that help teachers integrate career awareness into science and other subject areas. Click here for more information
Oteenow – Employment & Training Society. Oteenow has four streams of youth programming designed to empower youth, help them explore career options, and plan for future employment in the labour market. Click here for more information
Trade Winds to Success Training Society – Putting Aboriginal People to Work in the Trades. This 18 week Aboriginal pre-apprenticeship training program will provide the skills and knowledge to start a career in several trades. The program is open to Métis, Inuit and First Nations people of Alberta. Training is offered in Edmonton and Calgary. Click here for more information
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