Recent news
National Gathering on Unmarked Burials
Next week at the National Gathering on Unmarked Burials, Know History will present a workshop on best practices for researching the missing children and unmarked graves.
Archival Research with The Survivors’ Secretariat
Over the past nine months, Know History has worked closely with the Survivors’ Secretariat to collect over 12,000 archival documents that shed light on the history of the Mohawk Institute Residential School in Brantford, Ontario.
Debwewin – The Oakville Truth Project
The Debwewin project raises questions about Oakville’s Truth, using many methods to educate through videos, cultural mapping, art, story-telling, place-making amongst others.
Rooted: Beausoleil Island
Let sound transport you to the shores of Beausoleil Island in the heart of Georgian Bay. Rooted: Beausoleil Island is an auditory experience that explores the history of Beausoleil Island using soundscapes, storytelling, interviews, and historic texts.
Powell River Wrestles with Changing Its Colonial Name
As residents of Powell River examine the legacy of their town's namesake, we were honoured to provide a research report about Israel Powell for the Tla’amin Nation.
Indigenous Identity and Belonging
With identity issues at top of mind, we need a better understanding of Indigenous peoples’ struggles to define themselves against the colonial state, as they work to regain control over lists and laws that determine belonging.
Historians for Hire?
It is our responsibility to work towards a Canadian national understanding of the true history of those relationships, and the damage Canada has done to Indigenous peoples. And it is our responsibility to make this a commitment to reconciliation.
Know History welcomes Elizabeth Todd Doyle
We are very excited to announce that Elizabeth Todd Doyle has joined Know History. Elizabeth has more than 25 years’ experience in the museum and heritage fields in Ottawa and on the west coast.
Congratulations to the Sault Ste. Marie Métis Council
The Historic Sault Ste. Marie Métis Council (HSSMMC) has been awarded $200,000 from the Museum Assistance Program - Indigenous Heritage Grant, funded by the Government of Canada.
History Insights – Dr. McIvor
History Insights is a platform for big ideas that incite change. We welcome speakers that challenge our understanding of the past and how it affects our present.
Recent news
Decolonial Archival Futures Debut
We’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us in commemorating the debut of "Decolonial Archival Futures," the latest book co-authored by Skylee-Storm Hogan-Stacey and Krista McCracken!
Symposium on Indigenous Courts
Know History was proud to be a major sponsor of CIAJ-ICAJ / Can. Institute for the Admin. of Justice / Institut can. d'admin. de la justice Symposium on Indigenous Courts.
It’s All About the Land Book Launch
Know History hosted a book launch party to celebrate the release of Taiaiake Alfred's It's All About the Land.
A dozen years of Know History
A dozen years of Know History! This year marks Know History’s 12th anniversary, and we wanted to thank you all for years of collaboration, innovation, and the most incredible experiences in historical research.
History and Heritage Networking Night
For us, history is about making connections – and we were delighted to connect with all of you at our annual History and Heritage Networking Night!
Chapleau Cree First Nation Community Trust E-Book
Know History is thrilled to announce our new project with Jennifer David and Chapleau Cree First Nation Community Trust!