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Since the introduction of the Aboriginal HIPPY Canada program in 2002, Aboriginal communities across Canada have recognized the value and success of the program. The Aboriginal HIPPY Canada program has been empowering families, caregivers and parents with a culturally relevant curriculum to maximize the education and holistic potential of aboriginal children.

Aboriginal HIPPY Canada brings this program into Indigenous nations and communities across Canada to bring culturally relevant teaching and learning to Aboriginal children and their families.

The history of colonialism, oppression and the residential school system has had a systemic impact on Aboriginal families and communities in Canada. As a result, educational institutions and curriculum have been cautiously received by Aboriginal families. However, Aboriginal HIPPY Canada has been realizing success in Aboriginal communities and has allowed for Aboriginal families to re-establish and embrace their role as parents and their traditional role as teachers of their own children. It is community-driven and community-based which creates a sense of pride and ownership in the success of the program.

VISION
To achieve a thriving state of culturally responsive teaching and learning interactions between Aboriginal children age three to five and their parents, caregivers, and extended family that contributes to Aboriginal community strengthening, Nation building and ultimately Aboriginal children’s on going learning successes in Canada.

MISSION
To work collaboratively with stakeholders to provide culturally responsive quality Aboriginal early childhood training and support to parents, caregivers, families and communities, as an efficient National organization.


Contact Information:
Aboriginal HIPPY Associate Director
Tammy Harkey
Phone: 604.676.8252
Email: tharkey@hippycanada.ca


National Aboriginal Coordinator
Vanessa Campbell
Phone: 604.676.8253
Email: vcampbell@hippycanada.ca


Regional Coordinator, BC
Heather Commodore
Phone: 604.676.8250
Email: hcommodore@hippycanada.ca




Aboriginal Homeschool Program Helps Parents Become Child’s First Teacher
by Lynn Armitage
Indian Country Today Media Network
December 24, 2012
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New Deal for Families promotes truth and reconciliation
By Paul Kershaw
Vancouver Sun, November 17, 2011
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B.C. native school a world apart a much better world
by Justsine Hunter
Globe and Mail, April 12, 2011
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For the next generation of Inuit, hope lies in education
by Mary Simon
Globe and Mail, April 6, 2011
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The Aboriginal HIPPY Program - The Empoiwerment of Our Children
Kahtou, July 2004
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Preschool literacy program piloted in Vancouver
Raven's Eye - May 2004, July 2004
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Program changes minds, attitudes
Nicholas Riley, Pitt Meadows Times. Maple Ridge, B.C., Nov 21, 2003
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Program gives kids educational foothold
Katherine Dedyna, Times - Colonist. Victoria, B.C., Mar 23, 2004
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Dr. Ruth gets her mind off sex to promote kids' program
Daphne Bramham, The Vancouver Sun. Vancouver, B.C., May 20, 2004
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Sponsors

Aboriginal HIPPY Canada gratefully acknowledges our sponsors for their generous support.


Aboriginal HIPPY Canada would like to recognize and thank Musqueam Artist Brent Sparrow for his support in 2012. Mr. Sparrow's donations to Aboriginal HIPPY Canada have made a huge impact. We are grateful for his contributions.
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HIPPY Patrons

HIPPY Canada is delighted that His Excellency, the Right Honourable David Johnston, C.C., C.M.M, C.O.M., C.D, Governor General of Canada, and Her Excellency, Sharon Johnston are Patrons of HIPPY Canada.

Quote of the Week

"Every action a mother takes (or fails to take) with respect to developing her child's learning skills, directly affect the child's ability to succeed in the future."
"Through instruction and knowledge, mothers can change the world, one learner at a time."


From: Learning and Development Starts at Age Zero, by Dr. Kris Jamsa, Ph.D., MBA

HIPPY Events

May 28, 2013
HIPPY Oakville 2012-2013 Graduation Party
Oakville, ON
For information please e-mail: hippy.danielapalau@gmail.com.

June 8, 2013
HIPPY Red Deer 2012-2013 Graduation Party
Central Alberta Immigrant Women's Association
Red Deer, AB
For information please e-mail: margarita@caiwa.ca.

June 8, 2013
HIPPY Quebec 2012-2013 Graduation Party
Montreal, QC
For information please e-mail: coordination.hippyquebec@gmail.com.

June 14, 2013
HIPPY Toronto 2012-2013 Graduation Party
Malvern Community
Toronto, ON
For information please e-mail: aedwards@workingwomencc.org.

June 15, 2013
HIPPY Toronto 2012-2013 Graduation Party
Jane/Finch Community
Toronto, ON
For information please e-mail: dtabe@@workingwomencc.org.

June 15 & 16, 2013
HIPPY Calgary 2012-2013 Graduation Party
Calgary Immigrant Women's Association
Calgary, AB
For information please e-mail: yuliam@ciwa-online.com.

June 16, 2013
HIPPY Toronto 2012-2013 Graduation Party
Victoria Village & Thorncliffe/Flemingdon Park Communities
Toronto, ON
For information please e-mail: cgreenidge@workingwomencc.org.

June 22, 2013
HIPPY Calgary 2012-2013 Graduation Party
Bowness Community
Calgary, AB
For information please e-mail: yuliam@ciwa-online.com.

June 25, 2013
Urban Aboriginal HIPPY 2012-2013 Graduation Party
Vancouver Native Health Society
Vancouver, BC
For information please e-mail: osiris.acfss@shawbiz.ca.

June 28, 2013
HIPPY Squamish Nation 2012-2013 Graduation Party
North Vancouver, BC
For information please e-mail: tammie_baker@squamish.net.

July 5, 2013
HIPPY Vancouver 2012-2013 Graduation Party
MOSAIC
Vancouver, BC
For information please e-mail: hippy@mosaicbc.com.

November 20 & 21, 2013
National Conference 2013 - Stronger Families and Engaged Citizen: Mothers Making a Difference
Calgary, AB
For information please e-mail: wkapenda@hippycanada.ca.
Conference brochure click here.
Call for presenters click here.


HIPPY News

Carol Slater (HIPPY Canada Honorary Board Chair and founding member of HIPPY Canada) has been chosen to receive the Queen's Jubilee Medal. Congratulations Carol!


Aboriginal HIPPY Canada "Nation Building, family by family"



Finding Home with HIPPY... the stories of twelve newcomer women in Canada.


HIPPY Canada has partnered with TVO to prodcue a series of How-To Videos - available in 9 languages - to help parents teach their pre-school childen about language, math, and science.

The Hon. Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism supports HIPPY at our gala dinner, March 29, 2011 at the Sheraton Hotel Toronto


HIPPY Canada Board

The following Officers have been elected for the 2011-2012 term:

Maureen Boyd - Secretary
Tim Casgrain - Chair
Ann Cowan - Treasurer
Sheldon Ehrenworth
Henry Green
Stephen Herbert - Vice Chair
Kelly J. Lendsay
Sandy Martin
Florence Minz
Judith Moses - Past Chair
Jacquelyn Scott
Richard Stursberg
Miriam Westheimer - Ex-officio

HIPPY Canada Honorary Board

Carol Slater, Chair


HIPPY Canada
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863188538 RR0001