Giju’s Gift

Long ago, all living creatures on this land shared a special balance with one another. The pugulatmu’j—the Little People—were the original guardians of the land, and they looked after all living things. As time passed, we forgot these playful yet powerful guardians, but they did not forget us. Occasionally, they make their presence known with the little tricks they play.

A Brief History of Centralization

This Place: 150 Years Retold

Explore the past 150 years through the eyes of Indigenous creators in this groundbreaking graphic novel anthology. Beautifully illustrated, these stories are an emotional and enlightening journey through Indigenous wonderworks, psychic battles, and time travel. See how Indigenous peoples have survived a post-apocalyptic world since Contact.

Tomorrow’s Hope

Our First Nation story is about a young woman who is haunted by self-doubt, but finds refuge and support through her friends, family, and culture. It’s a 21 page story and you can preview 4 pages of the education content below.

The content in these stories may stir up unpleasant feelings or thoughts. Please consider reading them with a family member or friend. This is a two-sided book; the other half being the Métis story.

Emily’s Choice

She loves her son, Greg, but can’t always take care of him. When Greg goes into foster care, Emily is heartbroken. But by getting legal help and with the support of her family, she gets Greg back. Emily’s Choice is Emily’s story.

Making It Right

If the police and Crown know about the conflict and agree to divert the offence to keep it out of the courts, the CJC can help with the conflict resolution with the consent of both parties.

Drawing Hope

A collection of five stories, based on stories told by members of the Whitecrow Village community. The stories are about struggling in school, the importance of friendships and receiving support from friends and family.

Lost Innocence

Lost Innocence is the story of Umqui and Maltaless, a brother and sister growing up on the land in a traditional Indigenous community. Their lives are suddenly turned upside down when they are separated from their family and brought to an Indian Residential School, where the harsh conditions and lack of love force them to make a momentous choice.

River Run

The story of a group of youth that learn the traditional use of tobacco while on a canoe trip. One of the youth, who smokes, gets her world opened up along the way.

Standing Together

Sacred Circles