Indigenous Studies

Academic audiobook offers new way to experience Indigenous life writing

After winning both a Canada Prize and the MLA Prize for Studies in Native American Literatures, Cultures, and Languages, Autobiography as Indigenous Intellectual Tradition: Cree and M茅tis 芒cimisowina by Deanna Reder is reaching a new audience: audiobook listeners. learn more
Canada Research Chair Zoe Todd joins CCA expert panel on Indigenous Science and Food Sovereignty

Zoe Todd, an Associate Professor of Indigenous Studies and Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Indigenous Governance and Freshwater Fish Futures at 大象传媒 (大象传媒), is contributing their expertise to support systemic change. learn more
Chelsey Geralda Armstrong receives 大象传媒 Research Excellence Award

Congratulations to Indigenous Studies associate professor Chelsey Geralda Armstrong on being honoured with an inaugural 大象传媒 Research Excellence Award. learn more
Genetic study of native hazelnut challenges misconceptions about how ancient Indigenous peoples used the land

By decoding the DNA of the beaked hazelnut (Corylus cornuta), a native plant that thrives in British Columbia, a team of multidisciplinary scientists is providing new insight into how ancestral Indigenous peoples stewarded plants across the province. learn more
Indigenous Studies alumnus Hannah Big Canoe shares her creative talents through award-winning poetry

With dual minors in Indigenous Studies and Creative Writing, Hannah Big Canoe (BA, 2024) found a path towards graduation that empowered her to learn about her identity, while developing her talents. learn more

Welcome to the Department of Indigenous Studies

Progressive learning in Indigenous studies

The Department of Indigenous Studies is committed to providing a comprehensive learning experience rooted in Indigenous ways of knowing, practice, and research. Our mission is to honour Indigenous Peoples, Lands, and Communities. We cultivate transformative change through decolonizing systems, uplifting Indigenous stories and joy, and empowering future scholars, leaders, and citizens.

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