Planting Seeds for Education and STEM Success

Nimkii Brad Howie

Proud Member of Nipissing First Nation

MES (Masters of Environmental Science)

BSc (Bachelors of Biochemistry)

Educator | Land Teacher | Scientist 

Aanii Kina Weya ‘Hello Everyone’

My name is Nimkii Brad Howie and I’m a passionate educator and the driving force behind Manoomin Learning.

At Manoomin learning I am all about planting the seeds of success for education and STEM to further students and professionals understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing and science. 

When I was in school for biochemistry and environmental science I only ever heard science from one perspective, the western one. I also only ever experienced education from the western perspective. As an Anishinaabe I have come to learn my peoples way of interacting with the world and coming to understand nature, and how we teach about it. We don’t see the environment as different systems that interact only in certain ways, we see it as one system, the Earth system. We see the grand interconnection of all beings, both biotic and abiotic. Not only does western science and ways of knowing deserve a spot in our education system, but so does Indigenous STEM and ways of knowing. 

I am a committed educator with a wealth of experience instructing students from kindergarten through grade 12, college and university levels. I am driven by a dedication to the art of science communication and a resolute commitment to ensuring that learning is accessible to everyone. I am here to help on your learning journey, please visit my services page to learn more about how I can help you.

Why Manoomin Learning?

In Anishinaabemowin (the language of the Anishinaabe people) Manoomin translates to ‘wild rice’. But the true translation means the "good seed." At Manoomin Learning, my mission is rooted in sowing the seeds of successful education—seeds that, when nurtured, will sprout into empowered and knowledgeable learners. My commitment is to cultivate an educational environment that honors heritage, fosters growth, and nourishes the minds of those I serve.