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Using Seasonal Rounds to Teach Mathematics

This presentation explores the engaging world of seasonal rounds and their surprising effectiveness in teaching young students essential math concepts.

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Wet'suwet'en Ethnobotany: Traditional Plant Uses

Plants are used by Wet'suwet'en people for herbal medicines, foods, and material culture. The names and uses of 59 species of vascular plants and three nonvascular taxa are documented in this study.

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Plants, Places, and the Storied Landscape: Looking at First Nations Perspectives on Plants and Land

This paper explores the dynamic relationships between plants, landscapes, and Indigenous peoples in British Columbia, highlighting how plant use, place names, oral histories, and cultural practices reflect historical and contemporary land stewardship.

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Gitksan Traditional Medicine: Herbs and Healing

This article outlines the importance and significance of traditional healing plants to the Gitksan people.

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A Feast For All Seasons: Traditional Native People’s Cuisine by Andrew George Jr., Robert Gairns

A Feast for All Seasons has compiled aboriginal recipes that feature ingredients from the land, sea, and sky, elements of an enduring cuisine that illustrate respect for the environment and its creatures, and acknowledgment of the spiritual power that food can have in our lives.

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Northern Health - Indigenous Health

Indigenous Health supports Northern Health in its commitment to partner with Indigenous Peoples, and build a health system that honours diversity and provides culturally safe services.

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Modern Native Feasts by Andrew George Jr.

Contemporary, imaginative interpretations of First Nations cuisine, including lighter, healthier, and more nutritious versions of traditional recipes.

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