Elder's Teaching Series
Watch recorded webinars
Cultural Teachings
Explore, discover, learn
Elders' Wisdom Series
Hear oral stories from Elders as they share valuable cultural wisdom.
Elder's Teaching Series
These events support ii’ taa’poh’to’p’s vision of transforming ways of knowing, doing, connecting and being at UCalgary, and is a direct response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action.
Elder Reg Crowshoe on Trauma/Ghosts
The Office of Indigenous Engagement hosted the Elder's Teaching Series for the 2022-23 academic year. This webinar was the third event in the series and took place on December 7, 2022 with Elder Reg Crowshoe with a presentation on Trauma/Ghosts.
Metis Culture with Doreen Bergum
The Office of Indigenous Engagement hosted the annual Elder's Teaching Series from October - December for the 2022-23 academic year. This webinar was the second event in the series, taking place November 16, 2022 with Métis Elder Doreen Bergum who presented on Métis Culture.
Indigenous Ways of Healing
Listen and learn about traditional Indigenous Ways of Healing from Elders within the Treaty 7 region of southern Alberta. Explore teachings of restoration and resiliency from Piikani Elders Reg and Rose Crowshoe as well as Stoney Nakoda Elder Virgil Stephens, moderated by Adam Murry. Event date: February 11, 2021.
Indigenous Women’s Voices
Indigenous Women’s Voices features stories of traditional Indigenous women’s roles and how women can walk forward with power and pride. Moderated by Dr. Jennifer Leason, PhD, the event features panellists Una Wesley, a Stoney Nakoda Elder; Tsuut’ina Elder Diane Meguinis; and Saulteaux Spiritual Healer and Cree Elder Vinnia Van Overdyk. Event date: January 21, 2021.
