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Historic accord signed

Historic accord signed

Aboriginal leaders and the deans of Canadian universities gathered in Montréal recently to sign a historic document. The Accord on Indigenous Education is the result of several years' work by a task force of educators and members of Aboriginal communities. Among its many goals are reclaiming and teaching indigenous languages, creating inclusive curricula and establishing respectful learning environments for native people. The Accord comes at a time when almost half of Canada's Aboriginal population is 24 or younger. Learn more about this historic event at Deans sign accord on Aboriginal education.