Chanie Wenjack was trying to get home. But he was 12 years old, and home was more than 600 kilometres away. In 1966, Chanie died while fleeing the residential school that had taken him from his family. His story is [...]
It was the fall of 1985, and I was a few weeks into the second grade when my parents grew concerned. I was returning home from school decidedly miserable. My teacher was strict. Her classroom felt rigid and stifling. As [...]
In 2025, SelfDesign® Learning Foundation placed renewed focus on strengthening organizational culture during a period of significant transition. This work centred on deep listening and intentional efforts to support belonging and cohesion across the community. A key part of this [...]
For many families, chores can sometimes feel like a daily struggle. You may find yourself reminding your child to tidy up or take care of small tasks around the house. But in a home learning environment, everyday responsibilities can become [...]
One of the core ideas behind SelfDesign is that meaningful learning often begins with curiosity. When learners are given the space to explore their interests deeply, learning becomes personal and connected to their path and purpose. For teen home learner [...]
For the first time in nearly a decade, contractors from across SelfDesign gathered in person for Collaboratory (Collab) in June of 2025 in Kelowna, B.C. The last Collab took place in 2016 at Quest University in Squamish. In the years [...]
For many parents and guardians, beginning a home learning journey with SelfDesign comes with moments of uncertainty. You might find yourself wondering if you’re doing enough or questioning whether you’re missing something important. These feelings are a normal part of [...]
When Ayesha and Samayyah look back on their learning journey, one thing stands out: curiosity was always at the centre. Growing up in a home-learning family, the sisters had the freedom to explore what interested them most. Instead of following [...]
If you’re exploring learning options for your child, you might be looking for something that feels more personalized than the public school approach. Maybe your child learns best through curiosity, conversation, hands-on experiences and real life. Or maybe your family [...]
One of the best things about home learning is that learning doesn’t have to follow a rigid schedule or come from textbooks and online programs. In fact, some of the most powerful learning happens in the middle of everyday moments, [...]
