Hannah Coderre

I was born and raised in Treaty 8, in Northern Alberta and I am of Métis and mixed European settler heritage. My paternal Métis family is originally from Lac La Biche, Treaty 6. I now live on the ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh and səl̓ilwətaɬ Nations with my little family. I am citizen of the Otipemisiwak Métis government and honour my time spent in Mohkinstsis (Calgary), where I became deeply grounded in values of community, responsibility, and continued learning.

I joined the CTLT Indigenous Initiatives team in the Educational Consultant, Curriculum and Student Development role in December 2020. Prior to this, I completed my master’s degree in education at UBC and worked in student positions focusing on landed learning, student engagement, and support. I taught an online course in Indigenous Literature during the 2020/2021 summer terms at the University of the Fraser Valley. This opportunity furthered my passion for supporting student learning. Before moving to the coast, I held roles that focused on capacity building within non-profit organizations and communities. One of my favorite roles was as a Program Coordinator supporting individuals in gaining their GEDs and working towards achieving their educational goals. My personal and professional experiences have made me curious and passionate about creating safer, community-driven learning environments. I am continuing to learn and deepen my understanding of what this work means on unceded Musqueam territory. I am excited to connect with folks on designing curriculum, creating inclusive classroom climates, and ensuring student voices are heard in all aspects of the classroom.