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Treaty Education E-Newsletter
On the 15th of each month Wetutoskimetowin e-news highlights:
- a Treaty teaching resource for download;
- a Treaty term in a First Nations’ language;
- a significant Treaty making site;
- upcoming training sessions, and more!
January 2025 E-Newsletter
Videos, Webinars & Presentations
A collection of video, audio, slide decks, learning activities, and webinars have been prepared for students and teachers to help them further their Treaty knowledge and understanding. These resources can be downloaded and used by both teachers and students along their Treaty journey. Please continue to visit our website for new and exciting student resources that will be added as they are being developed.
Spirit of the Land and Water in Nawakwe Ojio (Video + Description) – NEW
Join us as Treaty Commissioner Loretta Ross has a conversation with Elder Bone and Elder White Bird as they share their understanding of Spirit of the Land and Water in Nawakwe Ojio (Clearwater Lake) in Riding Mountain National Park.
History of Treaty 3 (Video + Description)
The History of Fort Ellice and Treaty Four (Video + Description)
The Treaty Relations Commission of Manitoba is pleased to release the first video in our Treaty Place Names and Sites series. It is our hope that over the next couple of years we will have our Elders tell their stories from significant sites across Manitoba where Treaties were entered into between First Nations and the Crown. In this video titled “The History of Fort Ellice and Treaty Four”, you will hear from Elder James Cote from Waywayseecappo First Nation, Treaty 4, as he speaks to the history and significance of Fort Ellice and why some First Nations in Manitoba entered into Treaty 4 following the initial signing at Fort Qu’Appelle, Saskatchewan, on September 15 & 21, 1874.
GIS in K-12 Education Spotlight: Treaty Relations Commission of Manitoba with Rob Langston
Manitoba Treaties: How our Stories Unite Us – The story of the Manitoba Numbered Treaties includes all Manitobans. This Treaty Relations Commission of Manitoba resource was created to educate all Manitobans on the history of Treaties in Manitoba. This Story Map will also allow them to explore historical and contemporary images, reflect on quotes and video interviews, explore maps and find their place in the story of Treaties of Manitoba.
Honouring The Gift of the Treaties
Honouring the Gift of the Treaties video highlights the importance of Treaties and the Treaty Relationship in Canada. It features insights from our Speakers Bureau Members, Elders and the Treaty Commissioner. The video can be used by all in learning and teaching about the Treaties.
Kinikinik Videos
Webinars and Podcasts
We understand all educators are at different stages in terms of their own understanding of Treaties, whether it is the historical concepts or why Treaties are relevant today. That’s why we have created a series of webinars to help you along your learning journey. We will continue to add more of these resources in the future. To view additional videos and webinars click here.
Powerpoints and Presentations
