Description
Lynda Gray is a member of the Gisbutwada (killer whale) Clan of the Ts'msyen Nation and the community of Lax Kw’alaams on the Northwest Coast of BC. Her work is grounded in a strong belief in community development, youth empowerment, and culture as therapy. She has a bachelor’s degree in social work from the University of British Columbia, served as the executive director of the Urban Native Youth Association for eight years, and serves on community boards including the Indigenous Cultural Safety Advisory Circle. She focuses much of her time on community development, public education, family genealogy, and learning her ancestral language.
First Nations 101: Tons of Stuff You Need to Know is a comprehensive, accessible overview of the real history of Canada as it relates to Indigenous people. First Nations 101 sheds light on a wide range of topics, from cultural practices and societal structures, and holistic health and wellness to the lasting effects of the Indian Act, which legislated mandatory attendance at residential schools, among other detrimental policies. This expanded second edition with 16 new chapters delves into traditional Indigenous communities, the colonial interventions aimed at assimilating Indigenous people into mainstream society, and the profound impact of these interventions on Indigenous communities.
Designed for Indigenous and non-Indigenous readers, First Nations 101 is a valuable tool for educators, students, and anyone interested in making meaningful change.
$1 from each book sold will be donated to the Ts’msyen Revolution Fund to help support Ts’msyen language and culture revitalization in laxyuubm Ts’msyen (Ts’msyen territory).