McGill University, McMaster University, and First Nations University have announced new programs that will touch on Indigenous knowledge and culture. McGill and Mamu Tshishkutamashutau Innu Education have partnered to launch a two-year teaching certificate for Sheshatshiu and Mushua Innu. The program—which will not require a high school diploma—will cover the fundamentals of instruction and assessment and provide lessons on Innu-aimun and Innu culture. McMaster announced the launch of a master’s program in Indigenous Studies to give undergraduate students the opportunity to continue their studies at a higher level. The MA will prepare students to be leaders in Indigenous-led, community-based research, knowledge creation, and policy. In Saskatchewan, University of Regina Dean of Arts Dr Shannon Dea mentioned to CTV News that First Nations University of Canada is launching a new Indigenous journalism and communication arts program.
