Tag: Interpretation
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Training module: Intro to Indigenous Content for Non Indigenous Interpreters
A training module designed for non-Indigenous interpreters who want to feel more comfortable with understanding and sharing Indigenous content.
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New History Talks: Mr. and Mrs. Montour Go West
A new historical presentation tracking the lives of two Metis from the prairies to the pacific north-west in the 19th century.
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Mark Your Calendar: “Review the Tape: Video Review in Hiring and Training Interpreters” presented January 21, 2026 in Surrey.
Tom Long presents on hiring and training interpreters in Surrey on January 21, 2026.
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New History Talks: Queer History in Alberta
Understanding the past can help us understand the present. Join Tom, our resident historical storyteller, in unearthed stories of queer pioneers! Stories of same sex relationships, stories of gender-bending and gender-challenging, and even a few stories of Depression era movies and books available in Alberta with strong queer themes. QUEER PIONEERS Stories of Sex, Gender,…
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New training module: Interpreting Difficult History
One of our newest modules is also fast proving our most popular. In the past few months, several different museums and historic sites have contracted us to deliver a short session introducing some of the challenges of interpreting complex or difficult history, as well as providing tips and strategies for interpreters doing so. This is…
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Steal this Idea: Whenfinding
This isn’t a new or really different idea, but it’s surprising how many museums don’t do this very well. Simple, clean design and clear calls to action. Give your guests a reason to come back. Also did I just coin “whenfinding?” It must appear somewhere else, right? Got other examples? Put them in the comments!…
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Interpre-meme: Guide on the Side
Interpreters can fall into a number of easy traps, but the most common is making yourself the star of the show. Good interpreters remember that they are equal to their visitors, and help facilitate engagement with the resource. Ideally visitors go away wondering about questions that neither of them can answer.
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New History Talks: Heritage Boats and Boat-Building
Based on our popular blog series, Tom has prepared a few new talks discussing heritage boat-building projects around the world. The wealth of examples means this presentation can be tailored to your interest in at least four different ways. Want something centred on Vancouver and the Pacific Coast? Or on Indigenous heritage projects? See below!…
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New History Talk: Heritage Boatbuilding Projects Around the World
Based on our popular blog series, Tom has prepared a new talk discussing heritage boatbuilding projects around the world. Boaties, museum professionals, sailors, and other historiophiles will find interesting stories, analysis, and opportunities to discuss CLIO’S ARMADA: Heritage Boat-Building Projects Around the World. Length: 1 hour (45 minutes plus discussion time).Recommended audience: 3-30 personsDelivered via:…
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Steal this Idea: History on the Street
Museums and historic sites are magical places where people come to explore and learn and interact. But history should never be limited to these buildings. There are myriad ways to tell stories across the urban and rural landscape. Here are a few of our favourites. This one was especially impressive. The footprint of the now-vanished…
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