The population of aboriginal people in Canada is growing fast, and is on average 13 years younger than the rest of Canadians. With increasing participation in politics, the economy and mainstream Canadian society, the future could be bright for aboriginal people in Canada for the first time since colonization. But it's also uncertain.
In This Series
Leading the Way for First Nations Learners
National Chief Shawn Atleo on his drive to improve opportunities for aboriginal people in Canada. First in an occasional series.
'You're Going to Do Your PhD'
For Karen Hall, disconnected daughter of a Dene healer, an Aboriginal academic mentor was life-changing. Second in a series.
Master of the Fisheries
Rather than earn a PhD, Megan Moody put her smarts to work for her First Nations community.
Put Aboriginal People at the Top of Education
Appointing them to post-secondary boards shows participation matters, Sophie Pierre says. Part of a series.
An Aspiration to Overcome Racism
UBC's Linc Kesler believes studying indigenous cultures is good for us all. Part of a series.
Much to Teach, Too Seldom Heard
Georges Sioui (re)wrote the book on First Nations. Now he waits for Canada to notice their contribution. Part of a series.