The Government of Yukon’s Department of Education is launching two Social Studies curriculum units for Grades 5 and 10. These units—which were developed in collaboration with Yukon First Nations Elders, Knowledge Keepers and former residential school students—focus on the history and legacy of residential schools in the YK and Canada. The new Grade 5 unit introduces students to the history of residential schools while highlighting the resilience of Indigenous communities, while the updated Grade 10 unit explores YK’s residential school history and its impacts. “By teaching students about the history and legacy of Indian Residential Schools, we are not only fostering empathy and intercultural understanding but also honouring the bravery and resilience of the survivors who have shared their stories,” said YK Minister of Education Jeanie McLean. “[T]hrough these lessons, we ensure that their experiences are remembered and valued by future generations.”
