Prior experience with a culture influences how engaged we are by its' stories. Learning about the storyteller and their culture often makes it easier for children to connect to the material.
Read more about "Learn in advance."Test your knowledge of Jane Austen. Regency costumes encouraged! Prizes to be won.
Read more about "Jane Austen Trivia Night"Caretakers of the Land
Read more about "Learn more about the Caretakers of the Land "For Indigenous people, the land is their mother, providing enough for people, animals, plants, the waters, and the land to live in harmony with each other. It is where their laws, values, and practices come from.
Read more about "What is a land acknowledgment, and why is it important to learn?"Elizabeth Haynes is a Calgary-based Author and Speech-Language Pathologist. Her work includes poetry, short stories, novels and memoirs.
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Read more about "Newcomers"Prior experience with a culture influences how engaged we are by its' stories. Learning about the storyteller and their culture often makes it easier for children to connect to the material.
Read more about "Learn in advance."Through their residency, chosen artists working in any artistic discipline will bring their Indigenous identities, experiences, and perspectives to the public.
Read more about "Indigenous Artist in Residence"Roland Rollinmud's painting Survival Harvesting depicts a history of First Nations in Canada, particularly the Stoney Nation, truly as the stewards of the Land. By portraying the traditional hunting methods, berry harvesting, and traditional ceremonies practiced by the Bearspaw, Chiniki and Wesley Nations, this work illustrates methods of self-sufficiency still used to this day. The imagery within the mural exemplifies the resourcefulness to take care of oneself and one's family.
Read more about "Roland Rollinmud "This painting is an example of the modern exchange of Indigenous knowledge as well as the pride that Indigenous people have in their culture. Teke Dan believes that through the revival of traditional Indigenous knowledge, there is hope that Indigenous peoples will have the tools to move forward while preserving their cultural identity in this contemporary society.
Read more about "Kalum Teke Dan"Kalum hails from the Blood Tribe in Southern Alberta. He was inspired to make art by his grandparents, who were known internationally for their beadwork and regalia. Working in oil and watercolour, he is known for his portraiture and wildlife depictions.
Read more about "Kalum Teke Dan"Meg Braem is an award-winning playwright and dramaturg based in Alberta.
Read more about "Meg Braem"Information from Government of Alberta, including immigration information, jobs, health, education, and more.
Read more about "Moving to Alberta"Shelly McElroy is now available for free one-on-one consultations.
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