Exploring by the Seat of Your Pants is an organization which knocks down classroom walls and take students anywhere in the world, never having to leave their desks. It aims to inspire the next generation of students by bringing science, exploration, adventure, and conservation into classrooms through virtual speakers and field trips with leading experts across the globe.

For Secret Path Week, Exploring by the Seat of Your Pants will be focusing on Indigenous education featuring Indigenous scientists, explorers, artists, activists, and speakers.  This will be a valuable way to engage your class in reconciliation and encourage your students to “Do Something”!

Trevor is Mi’kmaq First Nations from the community of Eskasoni, Cape Breton Island (Unama’ki); he currently resides with his family in Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia. He is a very proud, direct descendant of the last hereditary Grand Chief John Denny Jr. Trevor is Indigenous Liaison with the Nova Scotia Department of Justice Correctional Services and served as a probation officer with the department for many years. Trevor is also an in-demand motivational speaker, a champion of diversity, and a role model for Indigenous and non-Indigenous people, including youth. He is known for sharing his culture, knowledge, and wisdom with Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities throughout the Atlantic Provinces. An advocate for healthy, active living, Trevor is well-known as a champion arm wrestler who placed 8th in the World Championships. He was named 2019 Coach of the Year by the Mi’kmaw Sport Council of Nova Scotia. He is also an associate producer and consultant for a television series called “Arm Nation” which first aired in the fall of 2018 on APTN. Trevor has written several books, some of which will soon be published by Nimbus.

Date: Thursday, October 8th
Time: 5:00 pm Atlantic | 4:00 pm Eastern | 3:00 pm Central | 2:00 pm Mountain | 1:00 pm Pacific
Presenters: Lisa Prinn, The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund and Rebecca Smith, Learning Bird

Register here – http://bit.ly/LB-SP-webinar

Secret Path Week is a national movement commemorating the legacies of Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack. It takes place annually from October 17th to 22nd. During this week, Canadians are encouraged to “Do Something” to further the conversation about the history and impact of Residential Schools in Canada.

As educators, this is a perfect time to start, or continue, the conversation in our classrooms. In this webinar, you’ll take on the role of a student as you learn how Secret Path digital resources can be used in your classroom. The session will also provide opportunities for discussing with the presenters and attendees how you can adapt these materials to a virtual, physical, or blended classroom.

The resources we will highlight in this webinar are geared towards high school students (grades 9-12), however, some activities, resources, and support materials discussed may be appropriate for middle school students as well.

Join @DownieWenjack on Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube live at 3:30pm EDT as we chat with Buffy Sainte-Marie.

DWF LIVE connects viewers to Indigenous and non-Indigenous artists to build awareness, education, and connection. These sessions inspire us all to answer Gord Downie’s call to “Do Something”, even during times of isolation, to make Canada a better place for Indigenous peoples.

These 30 – 60-minute online sessions are open to all ages through DWF’s social media accounts @DownieWenjack. The DWF LIVE sessions also work to help support artists during these difficult times.

Join @DownieWenjack on Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube live at 2pm EDT as we chat with Rob Ferreira, co-founder of Walk for Wenjack.

DWF LIVE connects viewers to Indigenous and non-Indigenous artists to build awareness, education, and connection. These sessions inspire us all to answer Gord Downie’s call to “Do Something”, even during times of isolation, to make Canada a better place for Indigenous peoples.

These 30 – 60-minute online sessions are open to all ages through DWF’s social media accounts @DownieWenjack. The DWF LIVE sessions also work to help support artists during these difficult times.