Module 2: Post 2 – Indigenous Foundations

Indigenous Foundations is a website created by the First Nations Studies Program at UBC as a resource for students, instructors and researchers to begin their exploration into Aboriginal culture. The website is a comprehensive starting point that is rich in information, and also includes primary and secondary sources.

Many topics are covered: identity, land and rights, government policy, community and politics, culture, and global indigenous issues.

For individuals without much knowledge of the Residential School System, this website proves a good beginning. The site clearly and succinctly explains the concept of Residential School, how the government policy came into place, living conditions at the schools, the decline of residential schools, long-term impacts and government apology.

Finally, the site includes a list of books, articles and websites for further reading.

 

 

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