Tesa Fiddler and Sharon Giroux, educators and former presenters at the United Nations, will provide a brief historical overview of Indigenous people in Canada, highlighting key events and their ongoing impact on Indigenous communities. They will also explore the efforts of the Ontario English Catholic Teachers' Association (OECTA) in fostering inclusive, safe and accepting educational environments for both staff and students.

Tesa will join virtually and Sharon will be in-person

Participants will gain insights into the association's initiatives, resources, and strategies aimed at promotingreconciliation and meaningful support for Indigenous perspectives within the education system.

Registration required. Free will offering accepted.