Canada is facing a critical shortage of Indigenous teachers, leaving many communities without culturally relevant educators. A new initiative has been launched to address this gap by increasing representation and support for Indigenous educators. The program focuses on recruitment, training, and retention to help bridge the divide between schools and Indigenous students. Supporters argue this step is essential for improving educational outcomes and cultural connections in classrooms.
Canada doesn’t have enough Indigenous teachers. This initiative aims to close the gap theglobeandmail.com