Curriculum & Resource Development

Our curriculum and resource development process is deeply collaborative and multidisciplinary. As experienced and published educational researchers, we prioritize attention to detail and rigorous research. We are skilled in the multifaceted process of ethical content creation that is grounded in the latest in educational research. We apply a nuanced understanding of neurodiverse and multi-sensory learners, through pedagogical strategies that are engaging for learners of all backgrounds. Our team also offers layout and design services to ensure that the final product is both effective and visually engaging, including experience with many Learning Management Systems (LMS) including Moodle, Canva, and Blackboard.

We are the proud authors and designers of the City of Toronto's Indigenous Peoples in Toronto: An Introduction for Newcomers. This resource is offered to all newcomers arriving in Toronto to learn more about the Indigenous history and contemporary realities in the GTA. Our resource writing process involved a series of consultations, including the formation of an Indigenous Newcomer Advisory Circle.

You can access the Indigenous Peoples in Toronto guide for free here.

You can read more about some recent curriculum and resource projects below.

A SAMPLE OF RECENT PROJECTS

CIFAR

Indigenous Perspectives in Artificial Intelligence (AI)

The free self-paced independent learning course is offered at three levels of education (high school, undergraduate, and postgraduate). The course is available online for the public in French and English and includes a course guide for instructors who wish to integrate it into their own curricula.

It was commissioned by CIFAR and developed by Ridge Road Training & Consulting, Inc.

You can enroll in the course for free here.

City of Toronto

Indigenous Peoples in Toronto: An Introduction for Newcomers

The guide is an easy-to-understand introduction to the rich history, cultures and perspectives of the First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in the City of Toronto.

It was authored and designed by our Ridge Road Training and Consulting team.

In this guide, you will find:

information on Indigenous history in Toronto
teachings on the contemporary lives of the Indigenous populations of Ontario
tools to help you respectfully interact with different cultures (in particular with Indigenous Peoples) and gain cultural awareness
suggestions on places you and your family can visit to learn about Indigenous Peoples
ideas on how to build relationships with Indigenous communities

You can access the English version here, and the French version here.

Ka-Na-Chi-Hih

Prevention Materials

A series of pamphlets and brochures for the Indigenous treatment centre, Ka-Na-Chi-Hih Indigenous Healing Lodge, on substance misuse, suicide prevention, parenting skills, healthy living and boundary setting, and overdose prevention.