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Two-Eyed Seeing Program

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Etuaptmumk (Two-Eyed Seeing) guides the program in connecting Indigenous and Western ways of knowing. Led by Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community, it brings this principle to life through events and programming in and for community.

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Two-Eyed Seeing Program@tesprogram.bsky.social · 2mo ago

June 21 marks National Indigenous Peoples Day. Today, and everyday, there is so much to celebrate, honour, and learn. A few years ago, the Two-Eyed Seeing Program went to Keji with our youth to celebrate this day. How are you celebrating the day?

Two-Eyed Seeing Program@tesprogram.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Krista and Cheyenne, our Program Lead and Program Coordinator, are two of the authors in this collaborative project titled: Reimagining The Spaces We Occupy. Join us for a fireside chat and Q&A! - Tuesday, June 23 - 6:30pm-8:30pm - Halifax Central Library (Paul O'Regan Hall) - Free to attend!

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Two-Eyed Seeing Program@tesprogram.bsky.social · 2mo ago

We had the honour of volunteering at the Connection For Action Conference on gender-based violence. We discussed statistics and first-hand stories about women in politics+workplace. We ended the conference with an art demonstration lead by Elder Debbie Eisan and Diana Younes.

A photo MSVU staff and Two-Eyed Seeing Program Coordinator around the finished art piece. It resembles prayer beads but it's large and made of paper mache.A reflection circle led by Elder Debbie EisanA panel of women speaking about making supportive spaces for women in leadership roles.Art painted by Amanda Rhodenizor. 3 large canvases with a large boat painted across them. Colours range from bright orange to yellow
Two-Eyed Seeing Program@tesprogram.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Our program gives us the flexibility to work on a variety of projects, and that’s something we’re so grateful for. Lately, we’ve been busy connecting with nature and community, developing new programming, and working on exciting initiatives. Thank you for supporting the work we do!

One deer is standing on a grassy hill. Dark trees and a blue and pink sunset are behind it.A group of 5 individuals are standing in a group, wearing a variety of traditional outfits. Some clothing items include a ribbon skirt, peaked cap, and porcupine roach.A photo of our Program Coordinator helping school-aged children make bracelets. She is tying a bracelet around the arm of one of the children.A sneak peek photo of an upcoming activity. It is a zoomed in picture of a piece of paper with different colours of paint. Text reads “basic”, “lemon juice”, “acidic”, and “neutral.”
Two-Eyed Seeing Program@tesprogram.bsky.social · 3mo ago

May 5 is Red Dress Day. We were honoured to attend the gathering held at MSVU. We took time to reflect not only on loss, but also the strength in community and the shared commitment to ensuring the identities and voices are carried forward. Our thoughts are with loved ones and community today.

A table with a red table cloth filled with coloured pencils and themed colouring sheets. In the photo, you can see people’s hands colouring the sheets.A photo of 2 pairs of hands working on stringing red beads.A picture of 4 small felt red dresses that have been decorated by people at the gathering. A paper with text on it reads, “Dress Station: The dress station offers a space to learn about the significance of the red dress as a symbol of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit+ people. Participants can engage in reflection, art, or written messages that honour those who are missing and those whose lives were taken.”A picture of red beads on string and a bowl of 4000 loose red beads. There is a paper with text on it that reads, “Bead Stringing Station: Participants are invited to string beads in honour of the missing and lost Women, Girls, and 2-Spirit Individuals. Creating a visual and hands-on act of remembrance, each bead represents a life, a story, and a commitment to remembering those who should never be forgotten.
Two-Eyed Seeing Program@tesprogram.bsky.social · 4mo ago

We recently visited Fairview Heights Elementary School to do a Sweetgrass workshop. Invited by a parent, together we read Sweetgrass by Theresa Meuse and explored an activity from the Two-Eyed Seeing Program book kit. If you want us to come visit your school, library, or organization...reach out!

A photo of the parent who invited us into her child’s classroom. She is reading Sweetgrass to the class. Cheyenne is sitting next to her. All children are back-on.Children, back-on, making friendship bracelets following steps from the Two-Eyed Seeing Program book kit.Children sat at their desk making bracelets. The focus in on their hands, hard at work.Children sat at their desk making bracelets. The focus in on their hands, hard at work.
Two-Eyed Seeing Program@tesprogram.bsky.social · 4mo ago

We recently attended Elder Albert Marshall & Professor Emeritus Richard Kroeker's conversation on Etuaptmumk. As always when Elder Albert is around, so much wisdom was shared. It was an honour to learn from the speakers, as well Elder Ann LaBillois, Elder Charlotte Bernard, and John R. Sylliboy.

A photo of Cheyenne Hardy, Elder Albert Marshall, and Krista Collier-Jarvis, all smiling at the camera. Cheyenne and Krista are wearing their Two-Eyed Seeing Program hoodies.A photo of people seated in an auditorium. At the front of the room, are Richard Kroeker and Elder Albert Marshall, as well as sign language interpreter. There is a large projection behind them of a blue screen that says “Etuaptmumk” (Two-Eyed Seeing).
Two-Eyed Seeing Program@tesprogram.bsky.social · 5mo ago

The additional mirrors are now up on mural! Thanks to everyone who shared their thoughts. The mirrors are on each side of the mural, at slightly different heights, to allow even more different perspectives. We hope this is a helpful and effective change! The mural is located at the MSVU Library.

A photo taken from the left side of the mural, showing the mirrorsA photo taken of the full mural, showing that the circular mirrors are all at different heightsA photo taken of the mural from thenright side, showing the new mirrors
Two-Eyed Seeing Program@tesprogram.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Results are in! The mirror option with the most votes was option #2, with 120 votes! Thanks to everyone who took the time to vote on where the next mirrors should go. We had over 300 votes. Because of you, more people will be able to see themselves reflected in the mural. Stay tuned for updates!

A graphic with a photo of the mural, a graph indicated how many votes went to each mirror option, and a red circle with the number 2 in the center. Option #1 had 8 votes, option #2 had 120 votes, option #3 had 86 votes, and option #4 had 111.
Two-Eyed Seeing Program@tesprogram.bsky.social · 6mo ago

February 11th is the International Day of Women and Girls in Science! We want to take a moment to reflect on the powerful role women and girls play in shaping our communities and our future. Today, we're showcasing a few of the influential Indigenous women leading and transforming STEM fields. 👩‍🔬

The Two-Eyed Seeing Logo. Below, text reads, "Seven Indigenous Women Powering STEM. February 11. International Day of Women and Girls in Science"References include the Cradle of Aviation Museum, CBC News, Wikipedia, Simon Fraser University, and Tajikeimɨk's Facebook page.- Dr. Murdena Marshall was a Mi’kmaw Elder and traditional knowledge expert. She was born in Whycocomagh and lived in Eskasoni. Along with her husband Albert Marshall and biologist Cheryl Bartlett, Murdena co-created the concept of Etuaptmumk (Two-Eyed Seeing). Her idea of connecting Indigenous and Western-Scientific ways of knowing has transformed approaches to health and science globally. - Dr. Laurie Rosseau-Nepton is Innu, a member of Pekuakamiulnuatsh First Nation in Quebec, and is the first Indigenous Woman in Canada to earn a PhD in astrophysics. She received her PhD from Université Laval in Québec City in 2017. - A member of the Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation, Dr. Nadine Caron is the first female First Nations student to graduate from the UBC Faculty of Medicine and the first female Indigenous general surgeon in Canada. In 2024, she was inducted into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame. - Mary G. Ross was the great-granddaughter of the Cherokee Chief John Ross. She lived in community and was always interested in STEM (despite being the only girl in her math class). She obtained her Master’s degree and was hired by Lockheed Martin in 1942, focusing on both defense and space exploration. She is known as the first Indigenous woman engineer.- Dr. Lillian Eva Quan Dyck is the first First Nations woman in Canada to obtain her PhD in the sciences. Her father immigrated to Canada from China, and her mother was Cree and a member of Gordon First Nation. Dr. Dyck holds three degrees from the University of Saskatchewan, including a PhD in biological psychiatry. She was appointed to the Senate of Canada in 2005. - Julie Francis is a mother of three and a Mi'kmaw Registered Nurse from Eskasoni First Nation. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Dalhousie University in 2023. She has dedicated years to nursing, leadership, and research, including with Eskasoni, the IWK, the Aboriginal Children’s Hurt and Healing initiative, Cape Breton University’s Unama’ki College, and Tajikeimɨk – Mi’kmaw Health and Wellness. - Bessie Coleman was the first African-American woman and the first Indigenous person to hold a pilot’s license. She was the first known Black person to hold an international pilot’s license. Hearing aviation stories from World War I made Bessie interested in flying. As a woman and a person of colour, every aviation school she went to rejected her. She decided to learn to fly in France, where she excelled.
Two-Eyed Seeing Program@tesprogram.bsky.social · 8mo ago

We want to take a moment to offer a sincere thank you to everyone who supported and walked alongside us this year. 2025 was a year of growth and the building of beautiful relationships. We hope you have a magical holiday season and wish you a happy new year - Pusu’leg Puna’ne!

A photo collage of different pictures of the Two-Eyed Seeing Program in 2025. Text reads "Thank you for the great year! Thank you to everyone who supported us this year. We hope you have a magical holiday season and wish you a happy new year — Pusu’leg Puna’ne!"
Two-Eyed Seeing Program@tesprogram.bsky.social · 8mo ago

Introducing the Two-Eyed Seeing Book Kits! 📚✨ We’re delivering free book kits to NS public libraries and Mi’kmaq community schools across the province. We hope to encourage people of all ages to co-learn, celebrate Mi'kmaw authors, and talk more about Two-Eyed Seeing.

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Two-Eyed Seeing Program@tesprogram.bsky.social · 10mo ago

THIS WEEK! UNVEILING EVENT: Wednesday, October 22 4:30pm MSVU Library We've updated our menu to have lots of Indigenous Inspired foods, including four-cent bread, sausages, and cake! Meet the artists, ask questions, and learn more about Two-Eyed Seeing. SEE YOU THERE!

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Two-Eyed Seeing Program@tesprogram.bsky.social · 10mo ago

One week to go! Join us for the mural unveiling: 📅 October 22 ⏰ 4:30pm 📍 MSVU Library Meet the artists • Learn about Two-Eyed Seeing • Celebrate Mi’kmaw culture • Enjoy free Snacks! This project is supported by the MSVU President’s Fund – Special Projects Program and NSERC PromoScience.

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Two-Eyed Seeing Program@tesprogram.bsky.social · 10mo ago

Cheyenne (’23 Child and Youth Study, MSVU) is the Coordinator + Comms Assistant with the Two-Eyed Seeing Program. “Working on the mural has been a joy. Through celebrating Mi’kmaw culture, I’ve learned about beautiful aspects often missing in education. I'm excited to share that beauty through art"

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Two-Eyed Seeing Program@tesprogram.bsky.social · 10mo ago

“It means a lot that I can express myself at MSVU during this project. I have ADHD and a learning disability. I hope my work shows others that different kinds of learners belong in academic spaces." - Grace, 14-year-old Afro-Indigenous artist Mural unveiling: Oct 22, 4:30PM, MSVU Library

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