When Natalie Majda discovered the field of heritage planning, it was a perfect fit for her love of history, older things, people’s stories and the meaning behind important places. But now, as she nears the end of a Master of Arts in Planning, the Environment student has a whole new perspective. Her research, which analyzes Ontario heritage planning law through an Indigenist lens, will identify policy gaps in the representation and stewardship of diverse Indigenous heritages and cultural heritage worldviews. Read more about Natalie's work toward reconciliation and how it aims to restore Indigenous voices and knowledge in heritage planning.
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