Indigenous Education

Indigenous Education

Welcome to Indigenous Education

Mino Bimaadiziwin – Good Life (Anishnaabemowin – Ojibway Language, Martina Osawamick, Odawa, Beaver Clan, Wikwemikong Unceded Territory) 

Wa'tkwanonhwerá:ton – I to all of you am sending greetings, love and respect, in a balanced way from my consciousness to yours, with deepest heartfelt emotion, expressed audibly. (Kanyen'keha – Mohawk Language, Tehahenteh, Mohawk, Six Nations, turtle clan). 

 

“We come from truth holder and truth tellers. We come from the villages of our Ancestors. We represet the new village. As we walk forward to a brighter future knowing our collective potential, we know that we can do anything. We will find the protection of Peace at the base of that white pine tree. Our homes will be strengthened and protected, Our minds will be straight like smoke that rises. We are still here, We will always be here.” - E. Doxtater

Our Work

At HWDSB, we are honoured to work with community partners to meet the needs of Indigenous students. HWDSB is committed to advancing Indigenous Education through the implementation of the Indigenous Education Policy, the Indigenous Education Circle Strategic Action Plan (IECSAP), the Restorative Indigenous Educational Wellness Framework, and the Multi-Year Strategic Plan. We strive to weave Indigenous perspectives into curriculum for all students, as well as support the achievement of First Nation, Métis and Inuit students.

View the Indigenous Education Policy below: 

Indigenous Education Policy 

View the Restorative Indigenous Educational Wellness Framework below:

Ontario College of Teachers

Learn more here

IECSAP

View the Indigenous Education Circle Strategic Action Plan

Learn more about the IECSAP here.
Family Fires

Family Fire Speakers Framework

The Family Fire Speakers framework reflects key areas of leadership and support available to schools as we collectively advance Indigenous Educational Wellness and Reconciliation.

Read Family of Fires Framework

Contact

IndigenousEducation@hwdsb.on.ca
20 Education Court Hamilton L9A 0B9 (905) 527-5092

Up Coming Events

Truth and Reconciliation Week 2026

2026 Truth & Reconciliation Week Educational Content is Now Available!

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Fall Social - Friday, September 18, 2026

Celebrate the start of the school year with Haudenosaunee social songs, dances and dinner

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Community Social - Sunday, November 1, 2026

Cotton Factory
270 Sherman Ave., N, Hamilton, ON

1:00 pm - 6:00 pm Admission is Free