Indigenous Education
We respectfully acknowledge that we are on the traditional territory of the Mississauga First Nations, including the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. We recognize the rich history of the peoples of the Williams Treaties. We are grateful for the past and ongoing contributions of First Nations, Métis and Inuit. As a Catholic learning community, we commit to walking the path together and actively engaging in Truth and Reconciliation.
When you identify your Indigenous ancestry, we learn more about our students and develop appropriate programs that reflect First Nations, Métis and Inuit worldviews, cultures, histories and current realities. Students benefit from learning about Indigenous perspectives via:
- Courses that centre Indigenous voices;
- Indigenous Studies courses;
- Cultural learning opportunities; and
- Resources and materials.
How to self-identify
We encourage students with First Nations, Métis and Inuit ancestry to voluntarily self-identify. Proof of ancestry is not required. By self-identifying, you help to monitor the success of the programs and services we offer and help identify ways we support the success of Indigenous students in our schools.
Parents and guardians of students (under the age of 18 years) or students (18 years and older) with First Nations, Métis and Inuit ancestry can self-identify by completing the form below.
For questions or more information, email our Indigenous Education department at IndigenousEducation@dcdsb.ca or call 905- 576-6150 ext. 22254.