

5 Books to Read for National Indigenous History Month
Our reading recommendations this month focus on learning about and acknowledging the history, culture, and traditions of different Indigenous, Inuit, and Metis Peoples across the country. This aligns with the National Indigenous History Month (June) as well as the National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21. The Polar Bear Son: An Inuit Tale (1996) Written and illustrated by Lydia Dabcovich "A lonely old woman adopts, cares for, and raises a polar bear as if he were her own so


Teaching Kids About Financial Literacy
It's important that kids understand the value of money from a young age so that they can responsibly budget, save, and spend money as they grow older. Now, with the rise of online shopping and the lack of physical money being used, it's hard to differentiate between wants and needs, as well as keep spending within a set budget. We have prepared some tools and activities you can start doing with your kids to get them set up for future financial success in their lives. Teach Yo


How has COVID-19 affected Canadians' learning styles?
According to a UNESCO study, over 800 million students have been impacted by the virus due to lockdowns, distance learning, and reduced schooling schedules. Many students are experiencing learning and social setbacks without having their typical school routine to follow as well as one-on-one support from their teachers. Researchers, and parents, fear that this disruption will worsen pre-existing disparities in cognitive development and literacy — especially with school-aged c


What does the Third Lockdown Mean for Albertans?
Just when a lot of us thought that vaccinations meant a clear-cut path towards a COVID-free future, the Alberta Government has once again locked our province down. Since there is so much information floating around right now, we thought of outlining the current restrictions and how to book a vaccination appointment. Alberta Lockdown Information Indoor Social Gatherings: All indoor gatherings are prohibited, both public and private Outdoor Social Gatherings: 5 people maximum (


4 Books to Read this Month
The theme for our reading recommendations this month is oral history! Each of the stories focuses on telling the story of an individual, a cultural tradition, or history of the land. Readers can use this opportunity to understand different experiences and viewpoints, as well as gain a new perspective. Meet Willie O'Ree (2020) Written by Elizabeth MacLeod and illustrated by Mike Deas “Growing up in Fredericton in the 1930s, Willie was a top all-around athlete — but the sport h