The Institute of Prairie and Indigenous Archaeology (IPIA) is an Indigenous-led institute with a commitment to continuing to support Indigenous-engaged archaeological research, to developing pedagogical approaches to integrating Indigenous ways of knowing and being into archaeological teaching and training, and to changing cultural heritage policies in response to the needs of Indigenous communities in western Canada. The IPIA is the first of its kind in Canada and the first Institute focused on Indigenous archaeology in the world.
Upcoming Event: 2025 Speaker Series: Introducing the IPIA Guide to Good Relations
Monday, April 28 2025, 4:00 - 7:00 pm MT
Hybrid: Telus Centre and online via Zoom, registration required for both.
The IPIA is hosting a hybrid event to celebrate the release of the IPIA Guide to Good Relations on Monday, April 28th, from 5-7 pm MST. This free event is open to the public. Registration is required. Light refreshments will be served from 4-5pm MT.
Join us as we discuss the process of developing the IPIA Guide to Good Relations, hear perspectives from the IPIA Director Kisha Supernant, the IPIA Program Coordinator Talisha Chaput, and IPIA Scholar William (Liam) Wadsworth on how the Guide to Good Relations has impacted and improved our relationships and collaboration, and answer questions from our extended community about the Guide.
To register, either scan the QR code in the image below or visit this page.
To learn more about the Guide to Good Relations, visit this page.
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