“Although there is no universally accepted definition of “traditional knowledge”, the term is commonly understood to refer to collective knowledge of traditions used by Indigenous groups to sustain and adapt themselves to their environment over time. This information is passed on from one generation to the next within the Indigenous group. Such Traditional Knowledge is unique to Indigenous communities and is rooted in the rich culture of its peoples. The knowledge may be passed down in many ways, including: storytelling; ceremonies; dances; traditions; arts and crafts; ideologies; hunting and trapping; food gathering; food preparation and storage; spirituality; beliefs; teachings; innovations; medicines.”
Definition provided by the Assembly of First Nations in BC
Above photo as well as text appears in the "Great Bear Sea Curriculum"
It is also important to remember that Traditional Ecological Knowledge is used in current initiatives to maintain sustainable resource management and environmental stewardship. Aboriginal voice, worldview and perspective is a driving force behind marine planning toward a sustainable future.
Experts in the field are presenting to our School District #52 Students to help us see all learn the value of acknowledging Aboriginal Voice. Caroline Butler and Bruce Watkinson from http://www.gitxaalanation.com/ have visited Charles Hays Secondary School and Prince Rupert Middle School classes and presented to students about how Traditional Ecological Knowledge is used today.
Teachers please visit the following sites for science resources designed for the new BC curriculum that use Traditional Ecological Knowledge and are created with Aboriginal voice:
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