Indigenous Peoples & Childcare

(Video) Sunny is a devout Catholic and has live a very good life as a husband and father. He loves his family very much. He is also the foreman of the iron workers’ union on many projects. He was the foreman that oversaw the iron frame of the twin towers in NY city from 8 stories below street level all the way to the top. He has no fear of heights whatsoever. Listen to a bit of is story.

(Video) An interview with our friend and Mohawk elder Tom Porter.

(Video) Cree Nation Elder Bertha Cardinal shares her wisdom about the role of Elders in teaching traditional Indigenous knowledge and cultural practices to the younger generations.

(Video) In the aftermath of residential schools, healthy elders are essential to the identity of Indigenous people. They impart wisdom and help younger people understand their history and struggles. They are teachers, healers, protectors, and storytellers. Doreen Spence is an internationally respected Cree elder who does volunteer work in Native and non-Native communities.

(Video) Discussions by four Cree elders; George Brertton, Fred Campiou, Isaac Chamakese and William Dreaver, give insight into the differences between Canadian law and Cree Natural Law and why Natural Law is needed in contemporary society. Wahkohtowin means "everything is related." It is one of the basic principles of Cree Natural Law passed through language, song, prayer, and storytelling. The elders explain that by following the teachings of Wahkohtowin individuals, communities and societies are healthier.

(Video) In traditional Inuit culture, tribes relied on the knowledge of the elders for survival. Will the wisdom of the elders survive in the face of a new generation?

(Video) This video was created for our trip to Durban, South Africa. The people interviewed are from Arviat, Nunavut.

(Website) The Aboriginal Pregnancy Passport incorporates traditional beliefs and values as well as clinical best practices.

(Video) Tom Porter of the Mohawk Nation speaks of a cherished friend, roots and the importance of forgiving.

(Video) Tom Porter, is of the Bear Clan from the Mohawk Nation at Akwesasne. He shares some of his teachings with the Oneida Community to Order His Book Grandmother says: www.mohawkcommunity.com

(Video) Tom Porter, is of the Bear Clan from the Mohawk Nation at Akwesasne. He shares some of his teachings with the Oneida Community

(PDF file) Traditionally, First Nations maternity care was provided by community-based midwives trained through apprenticeship. Obstetrical practices and beliefs were integrated to provide holistic care.

(Website) Describes how the Indian Child Trauma Center transformed evidenced-based Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) protocols to be responsive and honor American Indian/Alaska Native traditional beliefs of both well-being and appropriate parenting practices.

(Website) This guide contains resources and information about parenting and childrearing for Aboriginal parents and professionals who work with such families.

(PDF file) The Centre of Excellence for Early Childhood Development identifies and summarizes the best scientific work on the social and emotional development of young children. It disseminates this knowledge to a variety of audiences in formats and languages adapted to their needs.

(Website with video) Parents in Winnipeg are learning about raising children with a traditional indigenous approach.

(PDF file) Aboriginal elders in southern Saskatchewan suggested a few ways in which hospital policy and practice could be adapted to facilitate a healing environment for Aboriginal peoples who complete the circle (die) in a hospital setting.

(Video) Saskatchewan Elders share their experiences and beliefs about death and dying in the Aboriginal World. They send messages to health care providers that help to create understanding of the end of life health care needs of Aboriginal families when a family or community member is dying.

(Website with videos) Individuals from First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities speak about traditional ceremonies after a loved ones passes away and the experience of grief. Website includes First Nations After Death and Ceremonies.

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(PDF file) Unlike mainstream programs, programs designed specifically for Aboriginal children play a key role in supporting children to develop their cultural identity – an important aspect of social wellbeing. They encourage learning about culture and language and work to instil a sense of pride and belonging. From the Canadian Child Care Federation.

(Video) Tom Porter of the Mohawk Nation talks about the longhouse and the clans.

(Video) Spotlight" - NATIVE AMERICAN ARTISTRY - MOHAWK STORYTELLER - Storyteller Kay Olan is a retired school teacher who still enjoys educating people about Native traditions through stories. She also says people should avoid stereotyping Native peoples, and uses the tales she tells to help combat some of those stereotypes.

(Video) "Spotlight" - NATIVE AMERICAN ARTISTRY - MOHAWK QUILTER - This is the first segment in the Native American Artistry series, produced by Paul Larson, and presented as a "Spotlight" segment on Mountain Lake PBS programs. Mohawk quilter Carla Hemlock discusses how she both honors and expands on Native American traditions with her artistic pieces.

(Video) Inuit fishing in Northern Canada durinng the spring/summer months. They are using kakivat, or spears along with mitqun or a fish needle.

(Video) Promo video for the Ulukhaktok Western Drummers and Dancers. Shot in and around Ulukhaktok, Northwest Territories, September 2012. Produced and directed by Tony Devlin for the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation and Black Fly Studios.