Indigenous Research
The University of Alberta is deepening its commitment to reconciliation by fostering Indigenous sovereignty through collaborative scientific research and the historic permanent raising of Treaty 6 and Métis flags on campus. Our scholars are leading vital initiatives in language revitalization and community-based health studies, such as researching autism within First Nations communities to ensure culturally relevant care. From the groundbreaking archaeological work of Kisha Supernant to the powerful storytelling of filmmaker Tasha Hubbard, the university continues to elevate Indigenous voices and knowledge to preserve culture and promote collective healing.
Featured stories
Podcast: Métis archaeologist transforms her field from 'grave robber' to 'grave finder'
Kisha Supernant helps Indigenous communities search for unmarked graves at former residential schools.
Preserving Indigenous identity and culture through language
Through instruction and translation, Dorothy Thunder is ensuring the future of the Cree language.
Researching autism with and within First Nations communities
Grant Bruno works alongside First Nations communities — including his own — to further cultural understandings of autism.
Promoting Indigenous sovereignty through scientific research
By encouraging Indigenous participation in the sciences, professor Kim TallBear sees opportunities to reclaim some of what has been lost through colonization.
Acclaimed filmmaker Tasha Hubbard premieres first narrative feature
“Meadowlarks” tells the story of four Cree siblings who reunite decades after being separated during the notorious Sixties Scoop.
Language learning brings healing and wholeness
As part of the Supporting Indigenous Language Revitalization (SILR) initiative, Dr. Trudy Cardinal empowers young women to become their own researchers and storytellers.
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CTV Video: Treaty 6, Métis flags flying at U of A for first time in school’s history
For the first time, the Treaty Six Nations and Métis flags have been raised at the University of Alberta campus.