Indigenous Astronomy lesson for students at Elizabeth Ballantyne School


Wilfred Buck


Montreal, October 24, 2022 - Students at Elizabeth Ballantyne Elementary School (314 Northview) in Montreal West will be looking to the stars on Thursday, October 27 (9:10 am) as Wilfred Buck, a Cree Elder will be presenting a lesson on Indigenous Astronomy.

Buck, an Indigenous star lore expert and member of the Opaskwayak Cree Nation, will share his knowledge of star stories. Additionally, two Indigenous students will be helping to host the event.

For more information on Buck and his past presentations, please visit: https://acakwuskwun.com/.

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Contact:

Michael J. Cohen

Manager, Marketing and Communications

English Montreal School Board

514.826.0383

 

 

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