Module 3: Decolonization and Indigenous Property Rights
Entry 2: Coordination Deal
These CBC and APTN news stories report on a historic moment when Cowessess First Nation became the first First Nation to take control over their child welfare system. This announcement reminds us that decolonization affects not only education, but other systems in our society.
This week’s readings about building collaborative relationships with Elders, communities, educators, and parents to design culturally responsive education systems highlighted the need for families to have control over child rearing (McGregor, 2012).
The steps taken today and in the future to ensure that children can be raised in their own communities also plays a role in building a strong, culturally responsive education system.
APTN News. (2021, July 6). Cowessess First Nation signs $39M deal to implement child welfare system. APTN National News. https://www.aptnnews.ca/national-news/cowessess-first-nation-signs-39m-deal-to-implement-child-welfare-system/
Bosivert, N. (2021, July 6). Trudeau signs agreement returning child welfare responsibilities to Cowessess First Nation. CBC News. https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/pm-cowessess-child-welfare-1.6092236
McGregor, H. E. (2012). Curriculum change in Nunavut: Towards Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit. McGill Journal of Education, 47(3), 285-302.