First Nation, Métis, Inuit Initiatives
Take a moment to review our ADSB Family Connect newsletter, dedicated to the 215 children who were found in unmarked graves at the former site of the Kamloops Residential School at the end of May, and to the thousands of other First Nations, Métis and Inuit children who died at government and church run residential schools in Canada. Across Canada many reacted with surprise and sadness after the discovery, and memorials like the shoes at Shingwauk Hall at Algoma University, appeared across the country. This is an opportunity to learn more about residential schools and the legacy of residential schools in Canada.
The first week of November is Treaties Recognition Week. This annual event honours the importance of treaties and helps students and residents of Ontario learn more about treaty rights and relationships. By learning more about our collective treaty rights and obligations, we can create greater understanding and nurture these relationships.
Algoma District School Board acknowledges that we are in the Robinson-Huron, Robinson-Superior Treaty and Treaty 9 territories and that the land on which we are gathered is the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, Cree and Métis people. We acknowledge the importance of our relationship with our Indigenous partners as we move forward together in reconciliation.
To learn more about Treaties Recognition Week and to find activities, book recommendations, maps and videos from Elders and knowledge keepers please follow this link.
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a Native language, learning that language will reinforce, not interfere with, the learning of English, French, or other languages. In those Native communities where no Native language is spoken, the Native languages program will serve to introduce the Native language. In those communities where some Native language is spoken, the program will assist in the development and maintenance of that language. In communities characterized by greater fluency in a Native language, the program will support the use of that language as the language of instruction in those subjects that would be enhanced by the close relationship between language and culture.
To learn more about ADSB's Voluntary Self-Identification supports and policy, please follow this link. 
Orange Shirt Day and National Day for Truth & Reconciliation Each year, Algoma District School Board takes time to honour Orange Shirt Day and all it stands for. Many schools take part in Honour Walks with students and staff around their neighbourhoods and/or schools. Many will begin their day with a Morning Land Acknowledgement and a moment of silence. Our teachers and school Leaders are encouraged to invite local speakers into their schools and classrooms beyond Truth and Reconciliation Week and continue the work as a Board throughout the year as we engage in the ongoing learning and work towards our commitment to Truth and Reconciliation.