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

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.