Our Mission
TRTL is a celebration of Canadian innovation and cultural diversity. Our partnership with the Native communities of Treaty 7 draws on respect, equity, and inclusion to raise awareness of critical housing issues and explore holistic solutions.
About Canada’s Team
Our interdisciplinary team includes over 50 students from the University of Calgary, in environmental design, engineering, communications, and business. We also have an Aboriginal Advisory Council with members from the Native community, and a Steering Committee of devoted faculty and staff members. Our integrated structure ensures a holistic approach with cross-cultural learning opportunities for all.
About Our Partners – the Native Peoples of Treaty 7
Treaty Seven was a peace treaty signed in 1877 between two nations – the tribes of the Blackfoot Confederacy, (Siksika, Piikani (Peigan) and Kainaiwa (Blood), Tsuu T’ina (Sarcee), the Stoney (Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Wesley/Goodstoney) and the Queen of Great Britain.
The Articles of Treaty 7 outlined the present day Reserves (see map). The making of Treaty 7 occurred at “Blackfoot Crossing” which is located on the Siksika Reserve east of Calgary.
Treaties continue to play a critical role in the relationship between Native peoples and Federal, Provincial and Municipal governments:
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/features/first-nations/mapping-the-future/index.html
Legacy – Second Solar Decathlon Entry for U of C
Team Alberta’s SolAbode (pop-up photo, have on file) bested returning competitors in 2009, to a 6th place finish out of 20 teams. Participation included government and industry partners, and over 150 students from Calgary’s leading post-secondary institutions. Showcasing innovative technology and design, SolAbode recieved the Calgary Award for Environmental Achievement and Alberta’s Emerald Award for Environmental Excellence.
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