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What is Seventh Generation Principle?

"Indigenous teachings speak of a seventh generation principle. This emphasizes that decisions made today should consider the impacts that will be seen seven generations from now. Our individual and collective decision-making must consider the generations to come if we are to realize a truly sustainable future" (Seneca Sustainability Plan).

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Faculty Toolkit: Indigenous Inclusion

A module which provides an introduction to Indigenous culture and perspectives.

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Centre for Indigenous Environmental Resources (CIER) CIER supports Indigenous people and communities to be leaders of positive environmental change, using the best of Western and Indigenous knowledge to create a world that is in balance and supports the well-being of all living things.
Climate Atlas of Canada: Indigenous Knowledges
Environment and natural resources for Indigenous peoples (Government of Canada)
Indigenous Climate Hub The Indigenous Climate Hub is an Indigenous-led project and national online platform for First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples, communities, and organizations to Learn, Share and Connect.
Indigenous Environmental Justice Project (York University)
Indigenous Environmental Network
Indigenous Knowledge and Climate Change (UNESCO)
Indigenous leadership in conservation (Parks Canada)
Reconciling Ways of Knowing

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