Nipikiskwasiwan National Summit
The Nipikiskwasīwan National Summit 2026 – “Rekindling the Home Fire” April 8–9, 2026 | Edmonton EXPO Centre). Has extended Early Bird registration to January 23, 2026 to make it easier for …
How All My Relations: Supporting Two Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQ* Youth and Why That Matters More Than Ever
If you’re working with Two Spirit or Indigenous Queer Youth you will need more than good intentions. You need an understanding of the inter-generational effects of colonization with impact to …
How Conflict Transformation Training Builds Stronger Teams and Communities
How Conflict Transformation Training Builds Stronger Teams and Communities Conflict happens everywhere, in workplaces, families, and communities. But what if we could transform conflict into an opportunity for growth instead …
What Every Community Support Worker Should Know: 5 Essential Takeaways from Our Family Support Training
Why This Training Matters Now More Than Ever Working with Indigenous children, families, and communities requires compassion along with a deep understanding of the legal frameworks, cultural contexts, and systems …
5 Eye-Opening Lessons from Dispelling Myths and Stereotypes Training
In today’s world, it’s a personal responsibility to understand Indigenous perspectives, It’s a crucial step toward building inclusive workplaces, respectful communities, and meaningful relationships. Many people want to be good …
Breaking the Cycle: How Lateral Violence Training Transforms Workplaces
Understanding the Impact of Lateral Violence in the Workplace Lateral violence, also known as horizontal violence, is a pervasive issue that affects many workplaces, particularly those within Indigenous communities. But …
How Cultural Perspectives Training Builds Cultural Compentency
Why Cultural Competency Matters In today’s world, cultural competency is essential—not only for professionals working with Indigenous communities, but for anyone striving to build meaningful relationships, promote inclusivity, and work …
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To Northwest Coast Indigenous peoples, the dragonfly is a symbol of change, transformation and swiftness. The dragonfly is a creature of the wind and also of the water representing multiple …
Why Cultural Safety Matters More than Ever in 2024
In recent years, the visibility of Indigenous issues in Canada has grown significantly. From the continued discovery of unmarked graves at former residential school sites to national conversations about Indigenous …
IPS at National Indigenous Peoples Day
Indigenous Perspectives Society proudly participated in National Indigenous Peoples Day, hosted on the traditional territory of the Songhees and Esquimalt peoples and organized by Royal Roads University. Our executive director …