Indigenous Resources
The City of Waterloo Museum is located on the traditional lands of the Haudenosaunee, Anishnaabe and Neutral People. For generations these individuals have gathered, cared for and lived on this piece of Turtle Island. In 1701, the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe people created the Dish with One Spoon treaty which bound them to share and protect the land. In 1784, the Haldimand Tract was land promised to the Haudenosaunee following their contributions to the British, in the American Revolutionary War. This promised land included six miles on either side of the Grand River, a river which runs through Waterloo. We also acknowledge the enduring presence and deep traditional knowledge and philosophies of the Indigenous People with whom we share this land today. There is lots of work to be done in building this relationship and it is the work of every member of community.
There are many resources to help settlers and newcomers to the land learn about our Indigenous communities. It is important that each member of our community explore the stories of our Indigenous community members as we all have things to learn and unlearn. We have provided a variety of resources below which is intended to help start the journey of understanding and coming together as a community.
Get to know our Indigenous Community
Local Organizations to Support
KW Urban Native Wigwam Project
The Healing of Seven Generations
General Indigenous Resources about Canadian History
Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada Books
Voices From Here Oral Histories
Allyship
Indigenous Initiatives: Indigenous Terminology Guide
National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
Residential School Resources
Missing Children: What does this Mean for Canada
For Kids
Classroom Activities on First Nations (Ages 8-11)
Meet Indigenous Kids from Across Canada
If you know other resources which should be added, please contact museum@waterloo.ca