Lists, lists, and more lists

Three and a half months left. Even though I’m down to the last quarter of my epic year, I’m still … More

And she’s off!

My epic journey started while I was on a cruise with my mum and siblings. I had time to make … More

Saying “good-bye” to my 50’s

I’m completing the last year of my sixth decade. Since I’ll be reaching the age of 60 this year, I … More

Indigenous Canada – Week 12

The last module in Indigenous Canada is about Indigenous art, in all its forms. Using creative expression, Indigenous artists are … More

Indigenous Canada – Week 11

Understanding the myriad of ways that people form themselves into communities requires that we understand differences between people. Without this … More

Indigenous Canada – Week 10

It’s interesting that cultural groups that immigrated to Canada and moved to urban areas weren’t expected to give up their … More

Indigenous Canada – Week 9

This week’s lesson was on the role of Indigenous women within their own communities, the Indigenous concept of gender, and the different gender roles. The lesson also differentiated between gender and sex, providing a very clear and understandable explanation. It raises the question: Why is there such confusion around gender and sex? Perhaps this confusion […]