Sage and Sunshine Culture-Based Private School

Creating practices and habits that show respect to the earth we live on is an important way to reconnect with our roots and acknowledge our privilege as settlers in Canada. Here are a few things you can do everyday to encourage respect for Indigenous Culture and communities in your world: Respect the earth by picking up garbage along your walk, and avoid littering. Reuse, recycle and repair. Buy from Indigneous businesses and makers. Support local artists. Set up a monthly co

Learning to speak another language seems like an insanely difficult task. But, how about just starting word by word? Although we are celebrating the Ojibwe (Anishinaabemowin) language through our “Word of the Day Wednesday” instagram posts, this link brings you to The Ojibwe People’s Dictionary so that you can continue learning. Search a word in English to learn what it is in Ojibwe! And practice as a family. “Nanda-gikendan” - seek to learn it. https://ojibwe.lib.umn.edu/bro

It’s important to understand the history of how we came to live on this land. Taking time to acknowledge ourselves as settlers reminds us that colonialism is an on-going process. We would caution you to avoid acknowledging your land just because everyone else is doing it. This is an opportunity for you to inspire others to take action as well, in supporting Indigenous communities in Canada. How to create your land acknowledgement. Research the: Indigenous people your land bel