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TMU Marks 10 Years of Indigenous Reconciliation Progress
SolutionsMar 18

TMU Marks 10 Years of Indigenous Reconciliation Progress

Toronto Metropolitan University celebrates a decade of truth and reconciliation work with new initiatives strengthening Indigenous education, student support, and cultural practices. The milestone launches a poster series reflecting on achievements while mapping the next ten years of commitment.

Google News - Reconciliation2 min read
Canadian School District Transforms Student Support System
SolutionsMar 16

Canadian School District Transforms Student Support System

A rural Alberta school district is proving that small communities can deliver big support for student wellness. Their comprehensive approach includes mental health counselors, Indigenous-focused programs, and creative attendance rewards.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Canada Funds First Inuit-Led University in $220M Investment
InnovationMar 4

Canada Funds First Inuit-Led University in $220M Investment

Canada is investing $220 million to launch the first Inuit-led university and strengthen health services across Inuit communities. The funding tackles education, tuberculosis elimination, and food security in the North.

Optimist Daily3 min read
Harvard's First Aboriginal PhD Graduate Dies at 85
Community HeroesFeb 28

Harvard's First Aboriginal PhD Graduate Dies at 85

Professor MaryAnn Bin-Sallik, who shattered barriers as the first Aboriginal person to earn a PhD from Harvard University, passed away last Saturday leaving behind a legacy of educational transformation. Her life's work opened doors for thousands of Indigenous students across Australia.

ABC Australia3 min read
Navajo Students Win Big at First Science Fair in Years
InnovationFeb 26

Navajo Students Win Big at First Science Fair in Years

After years without a science fair, Navajo Pine High School students showcased 18 innovative projects exploring everything from natural disinfectants to oil spill cleanup. Top winners earned an all-expenses-paid trip to the nation's largest Indigenous STEM competition.

Google News - School Innovation3 min read