Indigenous Resources

This guide acts as an introduction to both resources in the Capilano University Library and also external links that will assist researchers, Indigenous and non-Indigenous, in their research.  The guide was originally completed in consultation with staff and elders at the Kéxwusm-áyakn Student Centre and is reviewed periodically as resources are added. Below is a list of terminology resources to guide researchers. A special thank you to Rachel Chong, Indigenous Liaison Librarian from Kwantlen University Library whose Indigenous Studies Guide has made elements of this guide more robust.

TK Labels

The Traditional Knowledge (TK) Labels are an initiative for Indigenous communities and local organizations. Developed through sustained partnership and testing within Indigenous communities across multiple countries, the Labels allow communities to express local and specific conditions for sharing and engaging in future research and relationships in ways that are consistent with already existing community rules, governance and protocols for using, sharing and circulating knowledge and data.

Reference materials such as handbooks, encyclopedias and directories provide background information, quick facts, statistical data and references to further readings. Some recommended titles are: