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TRACKS (TRent Aboriginal Cultural Knowledge and Science) facilitates dynamic, land-based youth programming that braids multiple scientific approaches by centering Indigenous ways of knowing and being. The Trent Aboriginal Cultural Knowledge and Science (TRACKS) Program was developed in the spring of 2010, under the direction of a small group of interested students, professors and community members

involved with the Indigenous Environmental Studies (IES) Program at Trent University. We aim to bring all youth, particularly those of Indigenous background, programming that is focused on multiple ways of seeing and understanding the world and the environment -- specifically focusing on the central theme of the IES program, that brings together Traditional/Indigenous Knowledge and science in the areas of environmental studies. We are grateful for partnerships with Indigenous Environmental Studies/Sciences, Trent University, Nogojiwanong Friendship Centre, Curve Lake First Nation, Alderville First Nation, Hiawatha First Nation, Scugog First Nation, Kawartha World Issues Centre, the Sacred Water Circle, and Peterborough Green Up. Our generous sponsors include the Ontario Trillium Foundation, the Community Foundation of Greater Peterborough, Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group, United Way of Peterborough & District, and NSERC.

06/25/2026

We're excited to work with NogoFC again this year to offer Friday programs!

All information is on the flyer, we're excited to see you there!

06/21/2026

Happy National Indigenous Peoples Day. Today, we recognize and celebrate the culture, traditions, and accomplishments of diverse Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island.

To all the community members, youth, and supporters of our program, we are grateful for your help in making TRACKS work possible. We could not be here without you. Chi-Miigwech!

06/18/2026

Our first Summer Land Camp is taking place on July 9th from 10:00-3:00 at Camp Kawartha Environment Centre. Open to all Indigenous Youth, ages 14-18!

We will learn about Manoomin, create our own Soup Kits/ Takehomes, and Carve our own Spoon with John Wager!

Lunch and a 25$ Honorarium is provided for all participants. Registration can be found at the link in our bio!

Can't wait to see you there!

06/17/2026

Miigwech to everyone who joined us for school workshops this year. See you in September!

06/16/2026

We're excited to partner with for Zaag'aki Camp! Registration is open - follow the link or scan the QR code 🌱

06/14/2026

Our Trailblazer Land Camp dates are here! Join the Trailblazers as they host Summer Land Camps for Indigenous Youth ages 14-18! Every day you’ll have the chance to engage in new topics, fun games, and different teachings from Knowledge Holders and Elders.

Join us on July 9th as well as August 18-21! All Land Camps take place at Camp Kawartha Environment Centre from 10:00-3:00! Lunch is provided daily, plus honorarium is provided for full attendance! Stay tuned for more details!

Don't know what a land camp is? Visit the link in our bio to visit our Blog post "What are Trailblazer Land Camps?"

06/11/2026

The 2026 Oshkwazin Connections program concluded last Monday at our last Gathering of the school year. What a time it’s been being in such a great community!

Congrats to all our OC youth for working so hard on your beading projects. We had such a fun time wrapping up the year by making delicious drinks, beading, learning about different plants, and playing games!

Miigwech to everyone to attended and made this program such a success. See you all again soon!

06/04/2026

TRACKS had an incredible day with Beedahbin Peltier today! Chi miigwech for sharing your knowledge on medicines and Anishinaabemowin with us. We are excited to apply it this summer!
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06/02/2026

Registration is now open - check out the link in our bio! Details below ⬇

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This P.A. Day Camp is designed as an affinity space for Black youth, where campers can connect with each other while exploring STEM and the outdoors. Affinity spaces like this are important because they offer young people a chance to learn, play, and build community in an environment that centers their identities and lived experiences. While this camp prioritizes registration for Black youth, TRACKS will also be offering other P.A. Day and week-long camps throughout the year that are open to all youth.

CAMP DETAILS:
When: June 26th, 2026. Camps are from 8:30am - 3:30pm.

Where: Camp Kawartha Environment Centre, Trent University, and nearby nature areas.

Who: Black youth ages 6-12

Price: 100% Free!

06/01/2026

TRACKS made a splash at the Peterborough Water Festival last week! Miigwech to for organizing such an important event!

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Peterborough, ON

Telephone

+17057481011

Website

http://www.tracksprogram.ca/

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