Since the beginning of time, Aboriginal people have had a high regard for education. Euro-Canadian contact with Aboriginal peoples has and continues to have devastating effects. The encroachment on their traditional territory has affected the lands and resources forever. Generations of experience within the residential school system have greatly impacted Aboriginal families and their attitudes toward schooling. This paper presents an overview of Aboriginal education. It also provides information on Aboriginal territory, Aboriginal students, and Aboriginal Education Partners Group. (Contains 4 resources.)