Identity area
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Person
Authorized form of name
Elder Dr. Francis Whiskeyjack
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Dates of existence
1948-
History
Elder Dr. Whiskeyjack is a trusted cultural advisor and elder and has guided countless educators and students in Edmonton Public Schools and other community organizations. He is committed to advocating on behalf of Indigenous people and, in a spirit of inclusivity, encourages us all to ‘be proud of who you are, but be gentle with each other.
The values espoused by Elder Dr. Whiskeyjack are critically important to us as we come together as a community of students, educators, and parents with a shared educational goal. Please take a moment to watch this inspiring video to learn more about the values and life of Elder Whiskeyjack.
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Final
Level of detail
Full
Dates of creation, revision and deletion
Record created January 14, 2026.
Record revised March 4, 2026.
Language(s)
- English
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Sources
Elder Dr. Francis Whiskeyjack School website https://elderfranciswhiskeyjack.epsb.ca/about/aboutournamesake/\
Windspeaker article on Elder Dr. Francis Whiskeyjack https://windspeaker.com/buffalo-spirit/dr-francis-whiskeyjack-walking-native-spiritual-path
Maintenance notes
Record created by KM.
Record revised by KM.