Welcome to Maamwi

Posted on Friday, June 23rd, 2023

The Learning Portal has officially launched the Maamwi Hub; inspired by the TRC 94 Calls to Action to ensure that the 24 Colleges of Ontario lead in the education of both staff and students on Indigenous history, culture, knowledge, and current Indigenous worldviews.

The word “Maamwi” means “Together” in Anishinaabemowin, one of the widely spoken Indigenous languages in the territory currently referred to as Ontario. The Maamwi hub comprises of 5 major sections (About, Discover, Inquire, Inspire, and Empower) with each section categorized thematically.

Developed in partnership with the Indigenous Peoples Education Circle and College Libraries Ontario, and part of the ongoing reconciliation journey, the Maamwi Hub serves as a collaborative pathway to learn and reflect on the past and present impacts of colonial history on Indigenous Peoples. Discover an expansive collection of credible and relevant educational materials, explore ways of connecting and collaborating with Indigenous communities, and become an active participant on the path towards reconciliation.

Start exploring the following modules:

  • About: Project background, user feedback, and other information
  • Discover: Learning resource on the history, culture, and perspectives of Indigenous Peoples
  • Inquire: Learning resources on conducting research respectfully and responsibly
  • Inspire: Resources to support curriculum development that promotes Indigenous awareness
  • Empower: Resources to connect, collaborate, and support each other on the path to reconciliation

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