Indigenous Cultural Education & Programming for K–12 Schools
Bring Indigenous voices, culture, teachings and lived experience directly to your students through Indigenous-led assemblies, workshops, cultural experiences and year-round programming. Programming delivered by Indigenous Elders, Knowledge Keepers, educators, artists, dancers and facilitators.
Indigenous-owned and Indigenous-led.
EDUCATION PROGRAMMING
Indigenous Projects & Events delivers Indigenous cultural education and programming for K–12 schools, educators and school communities. Every program is Indigenous-led and delivered by Elders, Knowledge Keepers, cultural educators, artists, speakers and facilitators, and can be customized to your school’s goals, grade levels and calendar.
One-Day Experiences. Multi-Week Learning. Year-Long Partnerships.
FULL-SCHOOL CULTURAL EXPERIENCES
ONE-DAY EXPERIENCES
OBJECTIVE: Bring your whole school together to see, hear and experience Indigenous culture first-hand.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
● Powwow Showcases: Dancers, drummers and singers share the meaning behind each dance style and song.
● Cultural Celebrations: School-wide events for Orange Shirt Day, National Indigenous Peoples Day and other key dates.
● Indigenous Learning Days: A full day of rotating stations led by Knowledge Keepers, artists and facilitators.
● Interactive Assemblies: Engaging, age-appropriate presentations with student participation.
FORMAT: Half-day or full-day, delivered on-site at your school.
GRADES: K–12
CLASSROOM WORKSHOPS & MULTI-WEEK SERIES
MULTI-WEEK LEARNING
OBJECTIVE: Hands-on, classroom-sized learning that builds skills and understanding over time.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
● Cree Language: Introductory words, phrases and the cultural meaning behind them.
● Ribbon Skirt Making: The history and teachings of ribbon skirts, with students creating their own.
● Beading & Cultural Arts: Traditional techniques, patterns and the stories they carry.
● Storytelling & Traditional Games: Teachings shared by Knowledge Keepers, plus games that build teamwork and skill.
● Land-Based Learning: Outdoor lessons on plants, medicines and environmental stewardship.
● Truth & Reconciliation: Age-appropriate learning on Treaties, residential schools and the Calls to Action (Grades 5–12).
FORMAT: Single workshops or 4–8 week series, delivered in the classroom.
GRADES: K–12, adapted by grade level
SCHOOL-YEAR CULTURAL PARTNERSHIPS
YEAR-LONG PARTNERSHIPS
OBJECTIVE: Consistent, year-round Indigenous learning that becomes part of your school culture.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
● Customized 10-Month Programs: A plan built with your school around your goals, calendar and grade levels.
● Multi-Event Packages: Combine assemblies, classroom workshops and staff learning into one package.
● Monthly Cultural Learning: A new cultural theme each month, September to June.
MONTHLY THEMES:
Sep Cultural Foundations Kickoff
Oct Storytelling & Oral Traditions
Nov History & Reconciliation
Dec Indigenous Art & Creativity
Jan Land & Environmental Stewardship
Feb Educator Professional Development
Mar Music & Dance
Apr Language & Traditional Knowledge
May Indigenous Innovations & Contributions
Jun Year-End Celebration & Reflection
FORMAT: September to June, scheduled with your school.
GRADES: Whole school, K–12
TEACHER & STAFF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
FOR EDUCATORS
OBJECTIVE: Give teachers and staff the knowledge and confidence to bring Indigenous perspectives into every classroom.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
● Truth & Reconciliation: Indigenous history, residential schools and the TRC Calls to Action for education.
● Land-Based Learning: How to bring land-based teaching approaches into your curriculum.
● Cultural Awareness: Protocols, worldviews and respectful engagement with Indigenous communities.
● Indigenous Perspectives: Practical strategies and resources for integrating Indigenous content across subjects.
FORMAT: PD days, half-day or full-day sessions, or a staff-meeting series.
AUDIENCE: Teachers, administrators and support staff.
FAMILY & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
FOR THE WHOLE COMMUNITY
OBJECTIVE: Strengthen relationships between your school, Indigenous families and the wider community.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
● Indigenous Family Nights: Evenings of food, culture and connection that welcome families into the school.
● Community Cultural Experiences: Feasts, art nights and cultural celebrations open to the whole school community.
● Intergenerational Learning: Elders, parents and students learning side by side.
FORMAT: Evening or weekend events, planned with your school.
AUDIENCE: Students, families and community members.
INDIGENOUS SPEAKERS & FACILITATORS BUREAU
BOOK A SPEAKER
OBJECTIVE: Connect your school with Indigenous Elders, Knowledge Keepers, cultural educators, artists, speakers and facilitators.
WHO WE CONNECT YOU WITH:
● Elders & Knowledge Keepers: Teachings, stories and guidance, with cultural protocol supported by our team.
● Cultural Educators & Artists: Dancers, drummers, beaders, language teachers and visual artists.
● Keynote Speakers: Inspiring speakers for assemblies, graduations and special events.
● Facilitators: Experienced Indigenous facilitators for student workshops and staff sessions.
AUDIENCE: Students, staff and school communities.