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EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 3 EDITOR’S MESSAGE

“There’s the saying, ‘Education is the new buffalo,’ because historically the buffalo gave us food, clothing and shelter, and now as First Nations and Métis people, we need to look to education to give us those things.” - Val Arnault-Pelletier, Aboriginal Coordinator, College of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan

n this annual education issue of SAY Magazine, we are 87 per cent of universities are working to increase Indigenous pleased to turn your attention to stories of strength and representation in their leadership ranks; and at least two-thirds of perseverance. We thank all those who contributed universities have curricula with specific Indigenous programming their stories for this publication, offering a in education, law, nursing and medicine.” Ibalance of academic successes and stories that demonstrate the vital importance of cultural With this information in mind, SAY Magazine education. Find out who the winner of the decided to alter our approach to the Education SAY Magazine poetry contest is on page 6 and Guide for 2021, making the guide more user- then flip to page 14 for our cover story friendly and identifying Indigenized offerings feature on Brad Regehr, a Winnipeg- where possible. This year’s resource is Canadian- based lawyer committed to educating based and offers a list of post-secondary law professionals, and the greater public, educational institutions that offer primarily on Indigenous justice issues. Starting three to four year programs. Within this on page 37, you will find the 2021 list, we have done our best to provide a Indigenous Education Guide and a list of friendly contact and list some interesting diverse financial aid options. courses that we hope will inspire anyone who is considering pursuing higher education. Since the release of the Truth and In an effort to provide more value, SAY Magazine Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to will publish a second guide in the fall, a Career Guide, Action, Canadian post-secondary which will capture those institutions offering one to two institutions have committed to year programs and more. With this new approach, we advancing opportunities for hope to capture as many institutions and programs with First Nations, Métis and Inuit Indigenized curriculum as possible. students. Canadian universities in particular adopted the 13 Principles on We dedicate this publication to all of the essential workers, par- Indigenous Education, which was created ticularly teachers and school administrators, who have worked in consultation with Indigenous leaders. According to tirelessly to ensure ongoing education for students everywhere. Universities Canada, a survey is conducted every two years to Education, the system, its students and educators, at all levels identify ongoing Indigenization and reconciliation efforts among and at all institutions, have been challenged like never before. its member organizations. Here are some interesting findings that But we evolve, we adapt and we will pull through and be stron- come from the most recently published 2019 survey: ger people as a result. “More than 90 per cent of universities offer financial aid ear- Best of luck on your education journey! marked for Indigenous students; 85 per cent of universities report partnerships with Indigenous post-secondary institutions, com- Danielle Vienneau, munities and organizations to foster dialogue and reconciliation; Editor-in-Chief

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MAR 8 MAY 23 11th Annual Women’s emPOWER Hour International 1st Annual International Indigenous Hip Hop Awards Women’s Day Virtual Retreat Virtual Show. 7:00-10:00 p.m. CST Medicine song healing and reading circle, plus a live Two-day event celebrating Indigenous arts and culture, performance by ‘Medicine Song Woman’ Brenda MacIntyre. recognizing performers and small businesses. womensempowerhour.com Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada indigenoushiphopawards.com MAR 18-19 Indigenous Sustainable Investment Virtual Conference JUNE 7-8 This is the 4th Annual First Nations Major Projects 8th Annual NATOA Trust and Investment Conference Coalition industry engagement event focused on delivering Event provides an opportunity to connect directly with programming related to the advancement of an Indigenous organizations that provide services in investment and trust worldview of environmental, social and governance management. standards. Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada fnmpcindustryevent.com natoa.ca/8th-annual-trusts-and-investment-conference MAR 31 SEPT 10-12 Connecting the Circle – A CCAB Awards Celebration Celebration of Nations Virtual event honouring national award recipients and Niagara’s annual Indigenous arts gathering that celebrates opportunities to learn from well-known CCAB award creativity, diversity and resilience. laureates and key business experts. celebrationofnations.ca ccab.com/events SEPT 22 MAY 3-7 Business Recovery Forum Womxn Indigenous Legacy Leaders A CCAB full-day virtual event that will assist members, Investing in the future of the Indigenous economy. Indigenous businesses and entrepreneurs to continue Virtual event. rebuilding the economy. Award presentations to be made. natoa.ca/events ccab.com/events MAY 13 OCT 22-23 Indigenous Women in Leadership (IWIL) Indigenous Youth Summit Celebrate, honour and learn from Indigenous women who Two-day event that focuses on empowering youth with skills lead both in business and the community. Connect, learn and advice to jumpstart their careers. and socialize in an interactive virtual setting. Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada ccab.com/events natoa.ca/indigenous-youth-summit-2021

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EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 5 POETRY CONTEST

To end 2020 on an engaging and positive note, SAY Magazine ran a poetry contest in the fall. The contest encouraged Indigenous residents of Canada and the United States to submit poetry that celebrates Indigenous culture—a fairly general theme so as to leave interpretation and creativity up to the individual. amisko

As a result, SAY Magazine wîhkaskwa:

received some very insightful, amisko wîhkaskwa and some very personal, the wild mint works, and we would like grows near the park to thank all of the poets for I played in when I was young taking the time to share their I offer tobacco and pick it with nisîmis submissions with us. Thank my brother you also to the selection and make tea committee, Edmonton’s fourth Poet Laureate Anna Marie this small act of resistance Sewell and 2019 Indigenous makes me happy Voices Award winner Ktunaxa reminds me of when Poet Smokii Sumac, who I made amisko wîhkaskwa tea for my kokum mindfully adjudicated each and she cried submission. reminded of her childhood by the sweet cool taste “Congratulations to all the young poets, for your courage In this suburb of in entering this contest amiskwaciy wâskahikan and challenging this most where most of the residents have forgotten the original inhabitants exacting of writing forms,” said Sewell. “I encourage where the berries and mint continue to grow you all to continue writing, and where they grow continue learning from we grow more experienced poets, and continue, most of all, living as vivid and meaningful a life as you can find. I wish for you a life that will reveal, in moments great and small, the constant mysterious truth that we are Meghan Eaker (she/her) is a registered nurse of mixed European and part of a world of wonders.” Cree ancestry. She is a member of the Woodland Cree First Nation in Treaty 8 territory and grew up near amiskwaciywaskahikan (Edmonton, Alberta). She is passionate about Indigenous health and likes to sing Congratulations to Canadian and write poetry. resident Meghan Eaker, Eaker’s poem amisko wîhkaskwa references making mint tea, “to bring member of the Woodland to our attention a whole world of history, family, loss and resilience,” Cree First Nation in Treaty said Sewell. “It shows the power of poetry to capture, in very few words, truth that lingers. The use of Nêhiyawêwin (Cree) was carefully 8 territory for her winning considered and elegantly purposeful, as was the choice of something submission amisko wîhkaskwa. so sensory as tea.”

66 || EDUCATIONEDUCATION GUIDEGUIDE 20212021 LITERATURE Humane azel LeSage didn’t want to help bit? Why is Maengan Nolan suddenly in the Augusts try to find out who Amiskwaciy, too, getting cozy with Hazel’s killed their daughter Nell. Ha- firebrand eldest daughter Missy? Who’s zel’s worked hard all her life. watching Little Frankie, Hazel’s beautiful HShe’s got no time for self-destructive, and brilliant younger daughter? What do self-pitying victims like the Augusts. But a tiger and a lawyer have to do with it all? Hazel saw Nell on the last night of her life, And what is that song on the wind? and something in Nell’s eyes haunts her. She’s got to try. Part murder-mystery, part ode to family, and entirely off the leash, Humane asks us One night, in a dream, her Anishinaabe all to consider, carefully, what it means to be grandmother tells Hazel to go steal Spi- human, and why it matters to be humane. der, the big black dog she’ll find at the humane shelter. So she does. Meanwhile, “Like its Métis characters, Humane strad- Hazel’s nephew Devin finds claw marks dles two worlds, following the contours of on an alley wall, one for each of three re- a Western-based novel but infusing it with cent deaths. Devin’s discovery brings Hazel Indigenous storytelling and allegory. It’s a more questions. wonderful read, a significant addition to the canon of authentic Indigenous crime Who’s the hunter? Who are the hunted? novels.” - Wayne Arthurson, author of the Who is the mysterious girl called Rab- award-winning Leo Desroches novels. About the Author: Anna Marie Sewell, a member of Listuguj Mi’gmaq First Nation, is also Polish and Anishinaabe. Edmonton’s fourth Poet Laureate, she writes and performs in various genres and languages, and works in cross-cultural arts education. Find out more about her work via prairiepomes.com. you are enough: love poems for the end of the world n his debut poetry collection you are shares timely (and sometimes hilarious) enough: love poems for the end of the musings on consent, sex and gender, world, Smokii Sumac has curated a introduces readers to people and places he selection of works from two years of has loved and learned from, and through Ia near daily poetry practice. What began it all, helps us all come to know that we are as a sort of daily online poetry journal enough, just as we are. using the hashtag #haikuaday, has since transformed into a brilliant collection of storytelling. With sections dealing with “Sumac’s writing is like a big bear hug recovery from addiction and depression, from your uncle or cousin. With precise coming home through ceremony, and of analogies and rhythm that move the spirit, course, as the title suggests, on falling in his poetic practice harkens to those who and out of love, Sumac brings the reader came before him and references a cyclical through two years of life as a Ktunaxa narrative of Indigenous literature.” Two-Spirit person. This collection will - 2020 Dayne Ogilvie Prize Jury (Trevor move you as Sumac addresses the grief of Corkum, Lindsay Nixon, and Leah being an Indigenous person in Canada, Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha). About the Author: Winner of the 2019 Indigenous voices award in published poetry, Smokii Sumac is a writer, PhD Candidate in Indigenous Studies at Trent University, and faculty member at College of the Rockies in British Columbia. Nominated for a Dayne Ogilvie award in 2020, Sumac is a proud member of the Ktunaxa Nation.

EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 7 LITERATURE Little One Discovers His Calling, One Feather at a Time he children’s book Little One Discovers and family relationships that they have to His Calling, One Feather at a Time leave behind. is a heartfelt story of a family caught between two cultures. In this story, Mom and Dad decide to TLittle One, and his two sisters and parents fully engage their children in learning and are about to face many new challenges exploring their culture. They are taught as they move from their reserve into a by their parents to speak their Native crowded city, with its noise, traffic and language. Mom teaches the girls to cook, fast-paced lifestyle. Little One’s parents and to sew regalia and fancy dresses. Little know that, for their children, there are One eagerly learns from Dad how to make new opportunities there which can not be his own hand drum and drum stick for the found on the reserve. They are, however, upcoming powwow on their summer visit also aware of the loss that may occur: their to the reserve. close ties to their culture that is so dear to them—its teachings, traditions, values As his proud family sits and listens to Little and Elders’ knowledge. They wonder, too, One play the drum and sing, full of love how Little One, who is still so young, and confidence, it’s clear that he is coming will find his own path in the city. Most of age and has found his path, one feather of all, they regret losing their daily life at a time. About the Author: Judy Everson discovered her love for writing while exploring her Indigenous roots with her loving husband and three children. Everson is the author of three children’s books: Chippy’s Adventures: The Curious Little Squirrel; The Brave Little Princess; and Little One Discovers His Calling, One Feather At a Time. She is currently working on a fourth children’s book. On/Me n her debut poetry collection On/Me, Cunningham describes her writing in this Francine Cunningham explores, with book as an exploration and breaking open of keen attention and poise, what it her own identity. “I realized a long time ago means to be forced to exist within the that I live in this in-between place, and what Imargins. Cunningham does not hold back; I do with my art has to reflect that. Growing she holds a lens to residential schools, up, it wasn’t a space that I ever read about or intergenerational trauma, Indigenous that people talked about. I felt really alone in sanatoriums, systemic racism and mental this space. I felt like the thoughts and feelings illness, and translates these topics into lived I was having were not valid and made me a experiences that are nuanced, emotional, bad person, a bad Indigenous person. I’ve funny and heartbreaking all at once. On/Me been working with Indigenous youth for is an encyclopedia of Cunningham, who close to fifteen years now, and it has shown me shares some of her most sacred moments that I am not alone in this in-between place” with the hope of sparking conversations (Interview with Rob Taylor for National that need to be had. Poetry Month 2020 on Read Local BC).

About the Author Francine Cunningham is an award-winning First Nations writer, artist and educator originally from Calgary, Alberta. She is a graduate of the Master of Fine Arts program in Creative Writing from the University of British Columbia (UBC), and she also has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre from UBC. Her debut book of poems On/Me (Caitlin Press) was nominated for the 2020 BC and Yukon Book Prize and 2020 Indigenous Voices Award.

8 | EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 9 EDUCATION Elders Support Classroom Learning By Shelley Mandakwe Charles lders are highly esteemed tradi- tural practice and celebration. Everyone is tional knowledge holders who equal in the circle. carry extensive learning and life experience in Indigenous history, An Elder is not only a person who Eculture and teaching. Elders are generally opens and closes meetings but recognized in their home communities. also listens to the topics being discussed so they can share Elders in the classroom are essential to Indigenous knowledge concepts sharing Aadizookanug (traditional that highlight Inokonigewin stories), creating a safe environment (natural laws), honouring the to return to Biskaabiiyung (the connection to the Spirit and the teachings) and bringing them interconnectedness to the rest forward from the past into the of creation. It has the potential present day. While grandparents to create positive learning Shelley play a significant role in upholding outcomes for both the student the teachings, the Elder in and the Elder who is listening the classroom has the added to individual sharing and Mandakwe responsibility to reflect the teaching. The Elder lifts up and Shelley Mandakwe Charles is Indigenous notion of thinking, values the educational exchange an Elder who has taught culture sharing and listening from a and relationship through the and medicines, plant restoration, place of respect, knowledge and closing words, acknowledging knowledge and Anishinaabe kindness in a group setting. the participants’ contributions. language in various educational settings throughout Turtle Island Elders take the time to acknowl- In the spirit of education as for over 30 years. She is an Elder edge Ishkode (the sacred fire) reconciliation, the inclusion Advisor with the York Region through a smudge and to honour of Elders in the classroom is a District School Board and the all of creation within the circle by great place to start. It has the Native Women’s Association of the offering of mashkikiwan (sa- capacity to inform Indigenous Canada. She is also an instructor cred medicines). The Elder also knowledge, create a cultural at First Nations Technical Insti- acknowledges Mishomisinaneg me- foundation and promote Mino tute (FNTI) Aviation School in enwa Gookomisinaneg (the grand- bimaadiziwin (the good life). Elders Tyendinaga. Here she shares her knowledge about the vital role mothers and grandfathers), an ex- in the classroom also support the Elders can play in the classroom, pression of being grateful for life, the Indigenous philosophies of Gageegay as role models and in supporting sacred teachings of GizheManido (the kwumoo Gikayndawsowin (the traditional learning. Kind Spirit). In aspiring to work this way road to knowledge is eternal) and in the classroom, an environment is creat- Niigauninaube (leading and looking ed whereby students can focus on learning into the future)—seven generations and sharing, and feel included and valued into the future. from the moment the fire is lit. Shelley Mandakwe Charles is Ojibwe Anishi- The inclusion of language and medicine naabe and a member of the Muskellunge into the circle facilitates culture-based fish clan from the Chippewas of Georgina knowledge transmission; it is engaging, Island on Lake Simcoe (Ontario). She was raised by her grandmother on Cape Croker, informative, and sets a standard for de- Chippewas of Nawash territory. Mandakwe veloping respect, self-esteem and leader- has been an Elder educator in communities, ship skills. It is more than just a ritual; it high schools, colleges (FNTI/Georgian/Hum- ber) universities (Lakehead/Yale/SUNY) and incorporates intergenerational learning, at the Waabgon Gamig First Nation school reclamation of traditional teachings, cul- on Georgina Island.

10 | EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 11 INTERNSHIPS Making Education Work for You t the IISB, one of SAY Magazine’s was being forced to connect with students long-time partners, educating virtually, as this now became a necessity others on Indigenous perspec- for the educational institutions on Riipen. tives and knowledge is what Athey do. Building relationships with cli- In July 2020, IISB welcomed their first ents so their speakers can go forward in virtual intern, Sarah Fornataro, an entre- an honoured way is their business. IISB preneurial student from Australia. The en- champions build bridges of understanding thusiasm and skill she brought to the IISB and help make positive change in their cli- team was incredibly valuable. She helped ents’ current practices, policies and mind- update their website, reviewed and creat- sets. With that said, Loutitt wanted to do ed social media campaigns, worked with more—to expand the IISB’s reach and have speakers, and so much more. Her work a bigger impact on education. The respon- exceeded IISB’s expectations. Just prior to sibility of educating the future generation her internship, Fornataro had begun her does not only belong to the school alone, own personal journey to reconnect and and so they set out on a path to partner discover more about her own Indigenous with like-minded organizations. heritage. She found that working with IISB gave her the confidence and inspiration to In early 2020, with no concept of what the continue down that path. year would bring, IISB went on a search for Shannon Loutitt partners to help them expand and grow, The next phase over the summer was to taking the educational component of the connect with universities for the Fall 2020 business to a new level. That’s when they semester. IISB created some great projects Senator Murray hired educational consultant and student and published them on the Riipen website, liaison, Jeff Elliott, which led to discover- which worked to connect them with Sinclair, Truth ing Riipen. and Reconciliation Riipen is an organization that brings to- Commissioner, once gether businesses with universities around the world. Their mission is to immerse stu- said, “Education is dents in real-world industry projects that what got us here and will help equip them with work-ready skills.

education is what will By mid-February, IISB began working get us out.” with one of Riipen’s dedicated associates, Maria Dmitrieva. She instantly under- stood the significance of IISB’s mission “This wisdom is our and worked tirelessly to create distinct projects for the Riipen website to engage guiding light,” said students in work placements. Immedi- Shannon Loutitt, CEO ately, IISB experienced a surge of interest from universities, from Australia to the of the International United States, and right here at home in Indigenous Speakers Canada. “The response was beyond en- couraging,” said Loutitt. Bureau (IISB). By the summer of 2020, IISB had fully em- braced the realities of a virtual business world. In fact, they were more than ready. The virtual world came as a blessing in disguise. IISB was able to utilize the limita- tions of a new mode of operations and turn IISB intern Sarah Fornataro, entrepreneurial them into strengths. One of these blessings student from Australia

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schools in Canada and the United States. with Indigenous Peoples. “The impact this door was opened to a culture different from IISB engaged with two amazing professors, had on the students, and our friends at IISB, my own, and for that I am grateful.” one at Lethbridge College (Alberta) and was beyond transformative,” said Elliott. one at Arizona State University. Riipen has taken “Making Education Work for You” to a new level in working IISB was hopeful that the classroom with IISB, building stronger ties with the experience would be as good as their “The [classroom] education system. IISB not only achieved internship experience had been. The project was a real life their goals of educating future leaders, but question was, what would it be like to work experience that students they transformed their business and the with a whole classroom? professionally, and lives of their staff in the process. “Our goal was for these students to walk emotionally, benefited The staff at IISB are looking forward to away with accurate information and a from, and everything working with more universities across positive story of Indigenous Peoples and the globe in 2021. The projects between our perspectives,” explained Loutitt. “We they experienced will IISB and Riipen will continue to grow did not anticipate what would come next.” positively affect their and positively impact the growth of both organizations, while at the same time With the intention of providing them career trajectory.” inspiring these future leaders to engage with Indigenous engagement education - Dr. Deanna Swoboda in meaningful work and learn more from before they began their real work, IISB Indigenous Peoples worldwide. led the students in a task of creating personal introductions. Loutitt shared “Getting to be involved with the IISB Thank you to IISB and Riipen for working with her “Indigenous lens,” teaching students project was one of the best and most unique the SAY Magazine team in creating this article. the significance of building relationships experiences of my collegiate career,” said first before “getting down to business”. She student Paul Reid. “By getting to know my encouraged them to use their hearts, to be speaker, I not only learned about Indigenous authentic and vulnerable when speaking sovereignty and a plethora of history, but a

EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 13 COVER STORY

CBA President Charts a Path Forward The Canadian Bar Association held its first meeting in 1896; 124 years later, on Sept. 1, 2020, it welcomed its first Indigenous president, Winnipeg- based Cree lawyer Brad Regehr, for a one-year term.

member of the Peter Ballan- in Saskatchewan and the intergenerational The Path is dear to Regehr’s heart, and while tyne Cree Nation in Saskatche- trauma that affected his family. Although it is designed for lawyers, it is also available wan, Regehr is an experienced his upbringing was different from his to the public. In five modules, it teaches the partner at Maurice Law, a firm siblings, Regehr remarked that the “whole history of the First Nations, Inuit and Métis Aspecializing in Indigenous issues. Prior to nature versus nurture debate is always quite Peoples of Canada, and their relationship his election as president of the Canadian fascinating. I know that when I met my with European settlers, the British Crown Bar Association, he was the first Indige- biological mother and younger brothers, and the Dominion of Canada. Its purpose nous president of the Manitoba Bar Asso- they were astounded at our similarities. is to bring clarity regarding legal issues ciation, and was the first lawyer since 1946 My brother and I have an identical sense of surrounding the Canadian constitution, to hold that office for two years. humour; it’s uncanny.” Indian Act and treaties.

In his various roles, Regehr’s personal The CBA has made a commitment to Regehr is encouraged by the number mission is to further justice for First diversity and inclusion with particular of members who have taken The Path Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples in emphasis on the Truth and Reconciliation program and is confident that more of the Canada. His passion for his culture and Commission’s Calls to Action. CBA’s 36,000 members will follow. He is his work is deeply impacted by having also excited to see that some university law been adopted during the Sixties Scoop. Last May, the CBA launched The Path programs are beginning to have mandatory Regehr has since connected with his birth program, an online accredited professional Indigenous professional development family and learned of his grandfather’s development program that quickly became training, and some larger law firms are also experience in the residential school system its most popular program yet. offering training to their staff and clients.

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Regehr is acutely aware of the gaps that For instance, in Manitoba, the 2016 Census intends to continue to use the podcast as need to be filled in Canada’s judicial by Statistics Canada shows that 18 per cent a platform to advance his personal priority structure. Last September, Regehr and of people identify as First Nations, Métis or to inform and engage professional lawyers, CBA Past-President Vivene Salmon (who Inuit, so one school of thought would aim to law students and the general public regard- was the Association’s first-ever racialized have, at minimum, 18 per cent Indigenous ing Indigenous justice issues. president) wrote a letter to Federal Justice judges presiding in this territory. Minister David Lametti and Prime Minister Regehr started his law journey over twenty Justin Trudeau urging them to ensure “Another way of looking at it is to have judg- years ago, first earning his Bachelor of Arts the federal bench reflects the diversity of es proportionally represent the actual peo- (Honours) degree from the University of Canadian cultures. For example, there are ple they serve within the corrections sys- Waterloo and then his Bachelor of Laws de- approximately 57 vacancies in the Superior tem,” asserted Regehr. “75% of inmates in gree from the University of Manitoba. Prior Courts in Canada as of January 2021. Manitoba are Indigenous, so perhaps 75% to joining Maurice Law, Regehr practiced Regehr hopes that many of these seats will of the judges should also be Indigenous.” at two prominent Winnipeg law firms and be filled with Black, Indigenous and People Getting more Indigenous judges starts with the Treaty Land Entitlement Committee of of Colour (BIPOC) judges. getting more Indigenous lawyers, and edu- Manitoba Inc. In his down-time (and when cating all lawyers more effectively to work not faced with a global pandemic), Regehr Although the gender balance on the Fed- with Indigenous Peoples. enjoys coaching his son’s sports teams, and eral Court bench has improved, diversity has been known to participate in the annual is not currently well represented, with only This past November, Regehr assumed re- fundraising production of The Lawyers Play, one Indigenous and one racial minority sponsibility for the CBA podcast series channelling his creative side singing, danc- judge on a panel of 13 judges. Conversations with the President, which ing and acting (in no particular order). this year will look at the Truth and Recon- There are different ways of looking at ciliation Commission’s Calls to Action for balance in representation. One way is the legal profession and justice system. He Thank you to Brad Regehr and the CBA for through mirroring with a proportional kicked off the new season with discussions taking the time to work with the SAY Magazine percentage of the population of the region. about Calls to Action 11 and 27. Regehr editorial team in creating this article.

EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 15 CULTURE Inspiring the Next Generation One Strand at a Time By D. Vienneau

Inspired by their parents’ work and their family’s Snuneymuxw heritage, sister design duo Aunalee Boyd-Good and Sophia Seward-Good are educating future generations through wearable art, traditional language and music. Together, they continue a legacy created by their parents’ artistic works which spans four decades.

heir company name Ay Lelum is SAY Magazine caught up with this Hul’q’umi’num for the Good(ay) multidisciplinary powerhouse-duo who House(lelum) of Design—a second are not only passionate about design and generation Coast Salish Design eco-friendly products, but also about THouse in Nanaimo, British Columbia. It documenting their family traditions and has been built on a foundation of teachings passing them on to the next generation. and knowledge passed down through In this interview, Aunalee and Sophia talk generations of artists and storytellers. about family, business, their latest collection and their responsibility as educators. Mentored in fashion design by Sandra Moorhouse-Good, their mother and a SAY: When COVID-19 hit, all major talented painter, the sisters also collaborate events, including Indigenous Fashion with and feature artwork by their father, Week Toronto, were inevitably cancelled. traditional Coast Salish artist William How did that impact the launch of your Good and their brother W. Joel Good. new collection? Aunalee: When the pandemic hit, we The sisters incorporate culture and family thought this collection would never see into every element of their business. the light of day. We had no choice but to Traditional family designs are central to pivot to the digital world, so we created the creation of their fabrics and patterns, a photo and video launch campaign that family members model their designs and enabled us to maintain engagement with they write and record their own music as our customer base. We kept the video part of the design process. very personal, within our community and our family, and did the launch ourselves. We also recorded all the music, which was produced by Rob the Viking. With the support of many networks, our latest collection Yuxwule’ Sul’sul’tun~Eagle Spindle Whorl was successfully designed and taken to market. SAY: What does your newest collection represent? Sophia: According to the teachings of our father, when the world was in darkness, the Creator answered the peoples’ prayers and sent the Supernatural Eagle to bring the sunlight to the people—the Supernatural Eagle is represented throughout the collection and featured on Spindle Whorls. Yuxwule’ Sul’sul’tun~Eagle Spindle Whorl also represents the women behind the Spindle Whorl, as universal mothers, life- givers, water carriers, and weavers of life. The Supernatural Eagle is featured with supernatural water figures, like killer Sophia and Aunalee with their mother, whales and serpents, to bring us power Sandra Moorhouse-Good and strength. Designers Aunalee and Sophia

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SAY: What came first, art or fashion? helps me in marketing and in writing Sophia: Our dad revitalized the Coast proposals. If you’re balancing education, Salish Nanaimo style art form, and in the work and family life, it may take a little early ’90s he and Mom started a clothing longer, but that’s ok. The point is that you’re line. Their vision really started in the late doing it! ’80s though when Mom started painting clothing and Dad was doing art and SAY: What advice do you have for the

carving. Our family had a vision of a full young Indigenous person interested in Lines Helena by photos All clothing line. pursuing a career in the arts or fashion? SAY: What do you love about As the whorls Sophia: Go for it! We started what you do? are spinning a business around five years Aunalee: The most fun is ago, and we couldn’t sew. watching your showcase through time, We didn’t even understand go down the runway when we are weaving patterns. We sew from everything is complete. We the stories of samples to gowns now, but develop all of the patterns our ancestors. it was a learning process. You on our fabrics—we create just have to start! garments and music. When Aunalee: Find a mentor or we’ve spent about eight months artist to work/apprentice under, intensely working on a showcase and then or you can take the more academic route. see the whole vision come out on stage— Ultimately, a blend of both is the most that’s the most exhilarating aspect! ideal. We dove in head first, but we also had a background in this industry. Ultimately, SAY: Of the many roles you play in your it takes a great support system to help you career, and in life, which do you feel is realize your vision. the most important? Sophia: One of our most important SAY: Can you speak a bit about cultural roles is as educators, on Indigenous art, knowledge and the importance of our history, and who we are as a people. passing it on? Our role falls within education, arts and Aunalee: Being conscious of documenting fashion. This business allows us to become is something we do all the time. When we more educated with our culture, affording started working with our parents, it was Supernatural eagle bringing sunlight to the People dress. us the opportunity, and the time, to learn the pre-digital era and there wasn’t a lot Artwork by William Good. from our parents and then pass that on. of photography. We are bridging the gap Aunalee: We are a family business—a between the pre-digital timeframe and the multigenerational family of artists. Second digital era for the next generation so that generation in our business. Our parents [my parents’] work doesn’t get lost. Our are our mentors, and they were both father was working with a style of artwork trained by their grandparents. We try to that was at the brink of extinction, and we pass that on to the public, not only in our realize we are instrumental in keeping that business, but it’s also important to educate information alive. the next generations. Our music is also a Sophia: If someone has an elder or form of education because it incorporates knowledge keeper around or within their language and storytelling. family, take the time to learn from them. Our parents did that for us; we learned SAY: We know that both of you value from them. We also went to language education, cultural and academic. What classes with our grandmother. It’s really are your educational backgrounds, and important to value cultural knowledge. how has it influenced your career? It’s something we integrate into our Sophia: I am halfway through my bachelor clothing—our collections become stories, of arts in psychology. As a working mother so we are storytellers of different legends of five, I do plan on finishing my degree and artwork. It is an honour to be able to later on. Aunalee and I also continue to carry on our parents’ legacies. learn our language, Hul’q’umi’num, which is a lot of research and practice, but it is vital to the work we do and in educating the children. Aunalee and Sophia’s latest collection Aunalee: I started my degree right out of celebrates women, inspiring hope high school and then stopped to work in and strength. We salute them for their the family business. I eventually went back commitment to ingenuity and cultural and finished my degree in English from education, and we can’t wait to see what Vancouver Island University. It certainly they’ll do next! Coast Salish artist William Good

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DJ Shub The Godfather of PowWowStep, producer Since the creation of PowWowStep, he has Producing is only half of what DJ Shub DJ Shub continues to pioneer a growing grown more aware of the Indigenous way of does. A major part of his success, and the genre of electronic music. Born Dan life through his music, merging his heritage reason why he draws such large audiences, General, DJ Shub began his career with the with his craft. “This style of music, there is is his live show, a non-stop body-moving internationally-acclaimed band A Tribe so much culture in it, and that’s what makes experience enhanced by special guests Called Red, performing on global stages, it so original,” said DJ Shub. and Indigenous dancers who perform in winning a Juno Award in 2014, and being full traditional regalia. A new live show is shortlisted for the esteemed Polaris Music In 2017, his music video for “Indomitable” currently in development—with vibrant Prize in 2013. (featuring Northern Cree Singers) won visuals, live drummers, vocalists and the Much Music Video Award for Best instruments, DJ Shub’s new record will Starting off as a battle DJ in EDM/Dance Video, and in 2018, be brought to life on the big stage, taking high school, DJ Shub’s I have the DJ Shub was nominated for an everything to the next level. War Club is sound has developed Indigenous Music Award for the message. Music is his weapon. into one that puts him freedom to go in his solo EP PowWowStep. His in a league all of his different directions latest and first full-length own, creating a sound musically with album entitled War Club and experience many dropped in December 2020 consider to be one of this new project, by and quickly climbed the the most unique in working directly with charts reaching number today’s electronic mu- nine on iTunes. The new LP sic scene. traditional and includes various collaborators modern artists. like Snotty Nose Rez Kids, Making a name for him- Hellnback, Boogat, Phoenix, self early on, DJ Shub was a Randy Bachman, and many more. standout in DJ competitions like “I have the freedom to go in different the prestigious DMC World DJ Champi- directions musically with this new project onships, winning back-to-back Canadi- by working directly with traditional and an titles and representing Canada at the modern artists during the studio world finals in 2007 and 2008, and finally recording and production placing fifth at the world finals Red Bull sessions,” said Shub. Thre3style DJ Competition. Ultimately, DJ Shub’s journey has come full circle bring- ing him back to his roots. “I’m very proud of the road I took to get where I am now,” said DJ Shub.

DJ Shub is a Mohawk, of the Turtle Clan of the Six Nations of the Grand River. He is a husband and father, and currently based out of his hometown of Fort Erie, Ontario.

Photo credit: Francesco Giorgio

EDUCATIONEDUCATION GUIDE GUIDE 2021 2021 | |19 19 MUSIC Midnight Sparrows Midnight Sparrows is the latest project execution of my musical vision to another to his older brother’s KISS records and from Blair Bellerose, an Indigenous level with this album,” said Bellerose. fell in love with rock and roll music. It singer/songwriter/guitarist based out of is a journey that takes you through the Vancouver, British Columbia. sounds of arena rock from the 1970s, to new wave and heavy metal from the After 15 years as the lead guitar player 1980s, and grunge and alternative rock in his previous band SOL 3, Midnight from the 1990s. The decades since have Sparrows sees Bellerose stepping up to the arguably not been as fruitful for rock and microphone as a lead vocalist for the first roll music, but Midnight Sparrows is the time since his teenage years. His vocals kind of band that makes you believe that are gritty yet melodic, demonstrating the magic of rock and roll still exists, and a character that is uniquely his own, its power is as strong ever. although he has been compared to the likes of Tom Petty and Black Francis. Bellerose is a member of Fort McKay First Nation (Alberta) on the maternal Midnight Sparrows’ debut album Rock & side of his family and has Métis ancestry, Roll City dropped in November 2020, and, and a close connection to the Métis com- according to Llewelyn Screen from A&R munity, on the paternal side. Not only is Factory (music blog), it is “an exhilarating Bellerose musically inclined, but he also soundscape”. For those that are fans of chose to pursue his post-secondary edu- electric guitar, Rock & Roll City, at its core, cation at the University of Alberta where is a guitar rock album with Bellerose’s Musically, Midnight Sparrows is a he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with guitar skills on full display, containing culmination of a lifetime of influences a major in psychology and later pursued some of his finest work to date. “I feel I from a musical journey that began at the a Master of Urban Studies degree from was able to take my songwriting and the age of three when Bellerose first listened Simon Fraser University.

20 | EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 MUSIC G Precious G Precious, born Brenda M. Atencio, is a recording studio, which led to the release In November 2020, G Precious released the Native American hip hop artist who was of her first album titled On My Shoulders. much anticipated album The Forgotten, a raised by her grandmother Gregorita T. follow-up to Walk On Water: Evolution and Atencio in Ohkay Owingeh (Village of the ECLECTIC. With seven successful records Strong) in New Mexico. under her belt, including traditional album Bow & Arrow Songs of Ohkay Owingeh, G The second of eight children, she began Precious has earned numerous accolades creative writing at the young age of six, since her very personal and poignant identifying herself as BMA Chill, part of debut release of On My Shoulders in 2011. a group known as Chill, Funky, Ice, which included her cousin Jay Funky and her lit- Winner of the 2017 New Mexico Music tle brother GMT Ice. Atencio continued Award for Hip Hop, G Precious was writing as a means to deal with the dynam- nominated for an Indian Summer Music ics of life—alcoholism, drugs, depression, Award in 2016 and 2017, and for a Native suicide and loss. At the age of 12, BMA American Music Award in 2017 and 2018. Chill became G Precious. G Precious was also a finalist for the Jennifer Easton Community Spirit Award in 2018, As a young adult, she was faced with un- nominated for her selfless contributions to imaginable pain, suffering the loss of sev- her Pueblo and surrounding communities. eral family members who had been part of Sharing her life experiences through her her support system growing up. The deaths music, G Precious is proof that determi- of her aunt Sandy, her older brother Ivan, She immersed herself in the music—the nation, perseverance and positive thinking her aunt Rose and her grandmother, al- album, a narrative of her life, her heart, her go a long way in achieving success, no mat- though very difficult, sparked a new flame family and her struggles, and the coura- ter the life you’ve lived or the challenges in G Precious, motivating her return to the geous journey of hope and healing. you’ve faced.

EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 21 MUSIC Jace Martin Pop and soul artist Jace Martin recently His last album Mighty was nominated for released his much anticipated full-length Adult Contemporary Album of the Year album Rainboworld, which features at the 2017 Independent Music Awards as collaborations with over 20 artists, well as Pop Album of the Year at the 2017 including Grammy nominee Gavin Brown, Toronto Indie Music Awards. His song JUNO-winning artist Justin Abedin, Joey “Free to Fly” debuted at #35 on the USA Stylez, Divine Brown and many more. Mainstream Billboard Charts, following in the giant footsteps of “Come & Get Your Reminiscent of the 1988 theatre produc- Love” by Redbone (1974). tion known by the same name, this LP contains slick bass and piano mixed with Martin has also taken his passion for mu- incredible vocals, and R&B, soul, pop and sic to the next level as a producer. He was blues influences. With this release, Martin nominated for a 2018 Indigenous Music honours his greatest mentor in music, the Awards (Producer of The Year) for his great Salome Bey, widely known as “Can- work on Leah Belle’s Time For Some Coun- ada’s Queen of Jazz,” who wrote and pro- try album, which is currently being played duced Rainboworld over three decades ago. across Canada on over 30 major radio stations and on Sirius XM. Martin also Three of the songs featured on the al- produced AK Mcleod’s last album which bum were part of the original produc- made it through the first round of voting tion of Rainboworld, written by Salome for Blues Album of The Year at the 2016 Bey and interpreted by Jace Martin. The JUNO Award Nominations. song “Without Love” was translated into Mohawk, brilliantly spoken by Mohawk As a USA Billboard Top 40 producer and Art K. Martin. The album’s single “Give recording artist, Martin is not showing A Little” continues to climb the National any signs of slowing down, always striving Indigenous Music Countdown on Sirius for the best. By pouring his heart and soul XM and has reached nearly 50,000 streams into his work, he hopes to have a positive since its release in October 2020. impact on the world while inspiring other emerging First Nations artists. Martin, a Mohawk from Six Nations of The Grand River, has been in the entertain- ment industry since he was 11 years old, appearing on tv shows and performing in numerous theatre productions. By the age of 13, he was singing professionally and performing at venues and on major stages in Toronto, Ontario. Over the course of his career, Martin has shared the stage with musical greats such as Sam Moore, Jeff Healey, Jonny Lang and Robbie Robertson. He has been featured on CBC, GLOBAL, SHOWCASE and MuchMusic, and was heard by over 400 million people singing during the closing ceremony of the 2015 PanAm Games.

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Returning to school as a mature student may sound Elaine Trudeau intimidating, especially if you’ve spent some time Empowered through Education in the workforce, but it rudeau is a recent graduate can also be a very exciting of Indigenous Social Work time in your life. If you’ve (ISW) Practice from Laurentian made the decision to University. Her passion for TIndigenous Peoples and social work continue your studies as a practice shows in her everyday encounters mature student, whether with others. Trudeau started her journey it’s to upgrade your skills, upon completion of traditional healing specialize, change careers at Enaahtig North Treatment Centre for or learn something new, women of sexual abuse, which inspired her there are many benefits to to get her education in Social Service Work. being an older student. Trudeau has overcome many obstacles throughout her life and has come a long You may have a little more way to get to where she is today. After a life experience, and with long academic pause, Trudeau returned that brings a certain level of to school in 2014 and earned her GED maturity and motivation to certificate in 2015. In June 2017, with a succeed because, let’s face 4.0 GPA, she graduated with a diploma it, time is precious and it’s in Social Service Work from Cambrian Elaine Trudeau College. Upon graduating, she then likely you won’t be taking herself—a tool that will inform her future decided to further her education at and help her in the field. Her hope is to this experience for granted. Laurentian University in psychology, but positively impact future generations. after struggling for the first two months, SAY Magazine is happy she decided to switch to ISW Practice in Trudeau’s passion for helping people to profile a First Nations January 2018. Dropping out was not an extends beyond the realm of social work option she wanted to consider. mature student who has into reforestation and fire fighting. During a clear career goal and is the summer months, Trudeau focuses on In June 2020, Trudeau graduated from taking the necessary steps advocating for equality for Indigenous the ISW program with honours. Her to get there. firefighters, in hopes that they have the goal now is to work with Indigenous opportunity to fight/assist in out-of- Peoples in and around her community, province fires. Trudeau has received a and surrounding communities, who are Star Award for her ongoing efforts in advocating for Ontario Indigenous forest firefighters. Additionally, she has earned Five beautiful girls and eight grandbabies (with one more a Technical Expert certificate through on the way) later and here I am today, doing my Masters Outland Reforestation Inc, which qualifies her to share her knowledge and teach the of Social Work at Wilfrid Laurier University. Afterwards, SP100 (firefighter) course with a qualified I plan on pursuing my PhD in Social Work as well. I hope instructor. that my journey in school will inspire others to go back to

school, especially my girls. - Elaine Trudeau Trudeau’s Indigenous name is Zii Bii Kwe (Woman of the River/River Woman). Her clan is M’shiikehn (Turtle) and is an Indigenous kwe from Wiikwemkoong, Ontario. She is suffering with mental health issues—issues a mother of five beautiful girls and eight such as depression, anxiety and all types grandchildren. She currently resides in of abuses stemming from colonization. Sheguiandah, Ontario, where she continues her educational journey (virtually) as a part- Together with the knowledge she’s gained time student at Wilfrid Laurier University from school and her lived experiences, working towards her Masters of Social Work Trudeau has developed a wellness plan for in the Indigenous Field of Study program.

26 | EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 27 SPORT Photo Credit: Jordan Nepon Jordan Credit: Photo Lesson from the Mat for Everyday Life ducation comes in many different River Anishinabe First Nation—a rural forms, and physical literacy is community located just south of Winnipeg, arguably just as important as Manitoba. He was invited to provide a other forms of learning. Physical positive activity for the students there Eeducation, especially in children and youth, and, more specifically, a physical outlet for increases competence and confidence, many of the boys. “There was a big learning preparing them to take part in a range curve for the community,” said Parenteau. of activities over their lifetimes, not to “We had to teach people what jiu jitsu mention improving their overall mental really is, which is a progressive learning and physical health, and encouraging system in self-defense, not fighting.” Once positive social interactions with peers. the community was on board, teaching Moreover, studies show that increased the youth about jiu jitsu became a big physical activity and sport participation community priority. positively impacts concentration, in many cases yielding better academic results. The program started with visits from Parenteau twice a week for five years. Fast In Roseau River Anishinabe First Nation, forward to 2021 and the Roseau River Jiu- that’s exactly what Chief Craig Alexander Jitsu Club is an established pillar in the has witnessed in his own daughter, who community, with a permanent physical regularly participates in jiu jitsu training location and regular programming, both at the Roseau River Jiu Jitsu Club with recreational and competitive. Professor Jason Parenteau (of Winnipeg). “My daughter [and other students] have Brazilian jiu jitsu “helps students understand better focus and listening skills not only on their personal boundaries and how to stand the mat, but back home and in school,” said up for themselves in a positive and respectful Chief Alexander. manner so they are not being a victim,” said Parenteau, who is the founder of the Roseau It all started in 2013 when Parenteau, River Jiu Jitsu Club. currently a recognized Behring jiu jitsu black belt under Master Sylvio Behring (8th Jiu jitsu is an ancient Japanese martial Degree coral belt), was invited to Roseau art, often translated as “gentle-art”. As a

28 | EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 SPORT Photo Credit: Jordan Nepon Jordan Credit: Photo gentle art, jiu jitsu is not about something to teach them, and fighting, but is designed to that they have something they help level the playing field, too can share: a powerful life allowing smaller, or seemingly message. physically weaker, participants to use leverage and submission Never a victim, these students holds for self-defense. Students learn that they can, with at the jiu jitsu club in Roseau dedication and perseverance, River are learning they too walk through life confidently, are capable, powerful, and can and stand up for themselves stand tall in this world. and for others without being an aggressor. Jiu jitsu allows Jiu jitsu is a workout for the body opportunities for practice in and mind, and Roseau River’s self-defence in the dojo and in students are witnessing chang- competition—opportunities to es in both. Students like Tyson test themselves, their strengths Thomas, Jaycee Seenie, Liam and their boundaries, and to Hayden and Scott Hayden are push beyond them and find encouraged by their individu- they can achieve hard things. al results, including improved These young people will walk overall wellbeing, weight loss, the path of their life with increased endurance, more excellence. confidence and improved an- ger management. Jiu jitsu is an Raising a generation of art for leadership development, confident, respectful students training students to both re- with leadership skills and the spect superiors and preparing willingness to persevere will them to take on the responsibil- help shape the future of Roseau ity of leadership themselves— River First Nation, and jiu jitsu something that is not always at- training is a key educational tainable in a school classroom. component to the evolution of Students are sometimes trained the next generation of young in a group to learn skills, but on leaders. the mat, in practice, they learn from each other. Each student A collaboration by the SAY respects that someone else has Magazine editorial team.

EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 29 30 | EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 31 MONEY MATTERS Investing with Community Values in Mind By Katie Wheatley and Mark Sevestre reating and managing wealth ties continues to be a central consideration is not a new concept for among many Indigenous Peoples and Indigenous Peoples. Historically, communities today. Indigenous Peoples’ stewardship Cof their traditional territories ensured that In remediating historical violations communities could sustain themselves and of Indigenous rights and title, many meet their needs in the short-, mid- and communities have negotiated financial long-term. settlements with private industry and government entities to benefit current Community-specific approaches to stew- and future generations. Funds secured by arding the wealth of the natural world were communities are sometimes established and are informed by traditional values and in trusts which are then invested in the laws, as well as spiritual and cultural be- shares of companies, in government and liefs1. Balancing economic opportunities corporate bonds, and in other income- with conservation and stewardship priori- generating investment vehicles.

For trusts and communities at large to achieve their goals, it is critical that Indigenous funds are invested in ways that align with community values and priorities. The following steps can help you invest with community values in mind2: 1 Embed values into your 4 Use your voice investment policy Consider your community’s interest Often, we are told that values have no Consider incorporating a statement in engaging with companies in your place in investment decision-making and of community values or beliefs into portfolio about issues of concern. that we must focus exclusively on financial your investment policy. Ask your asset managers about their returns. However, acknowledging our approach to proxy voting and review communities’ values does not mean 2 Work effectively with asset their voting record regularly. forgetting professionalism or ignoring managers financial returns and fiduciary duty. Incorporate values, beliefs, and 5 Invest in the Indigenous Indigenous investors can invest and knowledge of Indigenous history and economy steward financial assets consistent with issues into the hiring and evaluation Learn about new and emerging community values and priorities. of asset managers. opportunities to invest in the Indigenous economy. 3 Know what you own Consider how your community values and priorities might help inform the assets that you choose for your portfolio.

Katie Wheatley is the manager of the Mark Sevestre helped found the National Reconciliation and Responsible Investment Aboriginal Trust Officers Association (NATOA) Initiative (RRII), a partnership between SHARE and currently serves as senior advisor. NATOA and the National Aboriginal Trust Officers’ is a charitable organization dedicated to Association that aims to align capital markets providing knowledge and capacity building with Indigenous values, rights and ways of on trust funds and investment for Indigenous knowing. Prior to joining SHARE, Wheatley communities. Sevestre is also the General worked in intergovernmental affairs for various Manager of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nations in Western Canada to protect First Nation Community Trust. Sevestre is their Aboriginal rights and title, and enhance Mohawk and resides in the Six Nations of the environmental conservation. Grand River. Together through RRII, NATOA and SHARE, Wheatley and Sevestre envision a financial system that empowers Indigenous perspectives, recognizes the role of community values in investment decision-making, and contributes to protecting Indigenous rights and title.

1 For more information, see Teachings of Sustainability, Stewardship, & Responsibility: Indigenous Perspectives on Obligation, Wealth, Trusts, & Fiduciary Duty (2020) by Borrows & Praud. Available at reconciliationandinvestment.ca/resources 2 For more details, see Investing for Today, Tomorrow, and Future Generations: A Guide for Indigenous Investors (2020) at reconciliationandinvestment.ca/resources

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Training for the Future: Supporting the Career Development of Indigenous Students By Brittany Valcourt, Communications Assistant, APTN

APTN is proud to support the career development of First Nations, Inuit and Métis students. The network provides students of vocational schools and post-secondary institutions with internships and mentorship opportunities that introduce them to the film and broadcast industry.

ince its inception 20 years ago, Extensive Internship Program and the I wanted to be, and I was fortunate enough APTN has worked for and with Work Experience Program placed three to secure my current position.” Indigenous Peoples across Canada. students over the past fiscal year, helping This collaboration is rooted in them acquire valuable work experience in The Canadian Association of Journalists and SAPTN’s continued commitment to the broadcast industry. APTN continue to collaborate and provide provide and support work opportunities one Indigenous person with a 12-week paid for Indigenous Peoples. Notably, APTN’s In the summer of 2018, fellowship at APTN Investigates. Successful Work Experience Program, the Extensive Owen Pantos completed candidates spend the placement producing Internship Program and its many a paid internship with a full-length piece of original investigative scholarship and mentorship opportunities APTN as a human resource reporting that will air on APTN. contribute to the recognition of the assistant. Since then, Pantos network as an industry and Canada’s Top has been employed by the APTN’s Indigenous Scholarship Program Employer. network as a marketing supports First Nations, Inuit and Métis Owen Pantos coordinator. students in the course of their studies. APTN’s Work Experience Program is a Through Indspire’s Building Brighter collaboration between APTN, high school “APTN gave me the opportunity to work Futures: Bursaries, Scholarships and educators and post-secondary educational in the broadcast industry before starting Awards program, Indigenous students institutions that identify suitable my career. Throughout my internship, who would not otherwise have the Indigenous students to enroll in the I was given valuable opportunities to opportunity to complete a course of unique program. Students who complete apply my marketing education in an study receive $2,000, which may be the program are eligible to apply for a paid industry setting,” said Owen Pantos. “After applied to their academic and/or living internship position with the network. The graduating, I knew that APTN was where costs. Last year, APTN embarked on

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an internal mentorship program. Led by Judi Spear of Spear-Rhodes Ltd., the program provided Indigenous employees with development opportunities. Once they completed the program, APTN employees had the opportunity to apply for mid-level management and senior management vacancies as they became available. Four mentors and four mentees from marketing, news, programming and operations participated in the program.

Along with ongoing in-house training, APTN employees are encouraged to seek out further education and training opportunities.

APTN is committed to fostering the growth of both its employees and the young Indigenous workforce at large. The network plans to continue its investment in Indigenous education by connecting, supporting and inspiring First Nations, Inuit and Métis scholars across Canada.

To learn more about APTN’s internships, scholarships and work opportunities, please visit corporate.aptn.ca/careers.

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Treaty Commissioner Loretta Ross, Elders and TRCM staff with students from Oscar Lathlin Collegiate and Frontier Collegiate Institute who completed the Grade 12: Treaties and the Treaty Relationship pilot. (May 2019) Treaty Education in the Classroom e are all Treaty people. In terable as a school-initiated course through At the post-secondary level, the TRCM Manitoba, it is the goal Manitoba Education. The course offers offers an Elder-accredited course called of the Treaty Relations teachers a curricular framework to active- Understanding Treaties and the Treaty Commission of Manitoba ly engage students in the story of making Relationship: A Tool for Reconciliation. The W(TRCM) to bring comprehensive K-12 Treaties. It allows students to demonstrate course has been designed in four levels, Treaty education to all students and to the knowledge, skills and attitudes essential each offered as five-day sessions in July. support teachers that want to incorporate to understanding Treaties within histori- Course content focuses on the nation-to- Treaty education into their classroom. cal, contemporary and local contexts. The nation Treaty relationship between First The TRCM education staff is able to course explores the Numbered Treaties and Nations Peoples and the Crown (Canada). support teachers under the guidance the Treaty relationship in international, It dives in-depth into the complexity of the Treaty Commissioner and the national and local contexts. It offers teach- of this relationship as well as the Truth Council of Elders, formed in collaboration ers concrete guidelines and materials to and Reconciliation process. This course with the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs localize student Treaty-learning experiences. is unique because it is led, delivered, (AMC), Crown-Indigenous Relations evaluated and accredited by the Council of and Northern Affairs Canada, Manitoba Course content is centred around five core Elders. It is also taught in the oral tradition, Education and the Manitoba First entry points. The first four are Relation- on the land, at significant Treaty-based Nations Education Resource Centre. ships, Traditional Teachings, History and sites. The Elder’s pedagogical approach is a Treaties. The fifth is an opportunity for stu- process of knowledge transfer, translation Resources available through the TRCM dents to investigate five sub-themes using and integration. This is designed to help include creating additional teacher Treaties as a lens: participants internalize the teachings and resources materials to support the • Treaties and Reconciliation make meaning of them in their personal integration of Treaty education across the and professional lives. K-12 curriculum subject areas, including • Treaties and Indigenous Peoples • Treaties and the Environment online resources: Level three of the four-level process is • Treaties and UNDRIP scheduled for July 2021. This unique, au- • Treaties in Ten podcasts • Treaties and Canada’s Constitutional Law • Treaties and Manitoba 150 Timeline thentic, learning opportunity has brought 17 educators together with a group of 10 • Celebrating 10 years of Treaty Education Elders who have mutually made a com- • Treaty Story Map mitment to dedicate their time to teach The TRCM provides Treaty education pro- and learn together on the land about the fessional development training and have deeper meaning of Treaties and the Treaty now reached over 6,000 school adminis- relationship. The course completion will be trators, teachers, and other school staff. celebrated July 2022 when the participants There is also a Summer Institute that is receive their final accreditation documents offered annually that educators can attend from the AMC/TRCM Council of Elders. free of charge.

At the high school level, the TRCM offers a The Beaded Mace Runner by Debbie A. Desjarlais, Submitted by the Treaty Relations Commis- course designed to be the capstone to Trea- was presented by the Treaty Relations Commission sion of Manitoba. For any of the above listed of Manitoba on behalf of all Treaty people, to the resources and to find more about Treaty Edu- ty Education, K-12, called Grade 12: Treaties Manitoba Legislative Assembly to thank them for and the Treaty Relationship. This one-credit acknowledging and honouring First Nations Treaties cation K-12, please visit: course for Manitoba high schools is regis- and the longstanding Treaty relationship. (May 2010) trcm.ca/treaty-education-initiative

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EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 37 EDUCATION How to Use the Indigenous Education Guide he post-secondary education thoroughly review their websites. There landscape continues to evolve, you will discover more information than and the method in which students the SAY Magazine Indigneous Education today can earn academic credits, Guide is able to provide. Tdiplomas and degrees is varied, and, in most cases for 2021, almost entirely virtual. This We want to thank those institutions that year, SAY Magazine’s Indigenous Education replied to our survey and helped us gather Guide has been revamped to include some of the information within this guide. Canadian post-secondary educational Although SAY Magazine has made every institutions that offer primarily three to attempt to ensure material in the Guide four year programs. As an extension of the is correct, this is not a comprehensive data featured in this issue, SAY Magazine listing and SAY Magazine is not respon- will publish a second guide, scheduled to sible for any errors or omissions. come out in the fall, which will feature post- secondary institutions that primarily offer one to two year programs—an Indigenous If your institution needs to be added or has new/updated Career Guide. information, please fill out the 2021 Indigenous Career Guide survey here: saymag.com/2021-indigenous-career-guide-survey.

Created with First Nations, Métis and Inuit students in mind, this resource is meant to function as a quick reference tool, aiding in their journey to pursue post-secondary education, and selecting a program or institution that sparks their interest. The material presented in this guide is organized by province and ter- ritory, and listed alphabetically. All insti- tutions that appear in this resource offer Indigenous degree programs, Indigenous studies, or have some program offerings that have Indigenous content. In most cases, these are the programs we chose to highlight in each section.

The material presented comes from var- ious sources, including counsellors and school administrators. The goal of this guide is to be user-friendly, providing easily accessible information, including website links, interesting programs and contact information for Indigenous stu- dent support staff (if readily available). For further information and a full de- scription of the programs/services these institutions offer, you should always

38 | EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 Alberta

Athabasca University, Nukskahtowin Athabasca, Edmonton, Calgary indigenous.athabascau.ca

Ivy Lalond, Indigenous Student Success Support, Nukskahtowin • Indigenous Studies [email protected] • Bachelor of Management 800-788-9041 x 2064 • Indigenous Nations and Organizations Major

Bow Valley College Airdrie, Banff, Canmore, Cochrane, High River, bowvalleycollege.ca/student-resources/student-life/iniikokaan- Okoktoks, Strathmore centre

April Bellegarde, Indigenous Recruitment Specialist • Addiction Studies Diploma: Aboriginal Focus [email protected] • Child and Youth Care 403-410-1402 University nuhelot’įne thaiyots’į nistameyimâkanak Blue Quills St. Paul bluequills.ca

Sheila Poitras, Executive Assistant • Bachelor of General Studies (BGS) [email protected] BA in Cree / Dene 780-645-4455 •

Concordia University College of Alberta Edmonton concordia.ab.ca/student-services/indigenous-student-services

Danielle Powder, Manager, Indigenous Knowledge and Research Centre • Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science [email protected] • • BA, Indigenous Studies (Minor) 780-862-1746

Grande Prairie Regional College Fairview, Grande Prairie gprc.ab.ca/services/indigenous

Desiree Mearon, Indigenous Liaison Coordinator Student Services • Indigenous Education Indigenous Ways of Knowing [email protected] • • Indigenous Governence 780-539-2020 Keyano College Fort McMurray, Fort Chipewyan, Fort McKay, keyano.ca/en/student-services/aboriginal-student-centre.aspx Gregoire Lake

Sandra Efu, Director of Student Services • Community-Based Environmental Monitoring Program email available by request BA, Native Studies 780-791-4800 • • Bachelor of Education

Lakeland College Vermilion, Lloydminster lakelandcollege.ca

Shelly Shelly Pewapsconias, Manager, Indigenous Support Services • ATEP program Environmental Sciences [email protected] • • Business & Energy 780-871-5444

Lethbridge College Lethbridge lethbridgecollege.ca/departments/indigenous-services

Lowell Yellowhorn, Indigenous Student Support • Indigenous Career Pathways and Experience Coordinator • Bachelor of Nursing [email protected] • Bachelor of Applied Science, Conservation 800-572-0103 x 5540 Enforcement

EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 39 MacEwan University Edmonton macewan.ca/wcm/CampusLife/kihewwaciston/index.htm Krista Hanscomb, Senior Student Advisor • Cree Language [email protected] Pimâcihisowin Foundation Program 403-320-3202 x 5540 •

Maskwacis Cultural College Maskwacis mccedu.ca

Becky Cardinal-Rattlesnake, Student Services Support • Indigenous Bachelor of Social Work, Bachelor of Coordinator Management [email protected] • Bachelor of Education 780-585-3925 • Early Childhood Development

Medicine Hat College Medicine Hat, Brooks mhc.ab.ca/services/indigenoussupport

David Restoule, Indigenous Student Specialist • University Studies Arts [email protected] • Social Work 403-504-3503 • Bachelor of Applied Arts, Art and Design

Mount Royal University Calgary, Springbank mtroyal.ca/IndigenousMountRoyal

John Fischer, Executive Advisor - Indigenization • Indigenous Bridging Program [email protected] • Indigenous Studies minor 403-440-5668 • Indigenous Graduation Program NorQuest College norquest.ca/resources-services/student-services/indigenous- Edmonton, Wetaskiwin student-services.aspx

Luella Massey, Indigenous Student Support • Indigenous Studies [email protected] • Landbased Learning 780-644-6772 • Tuition deposit waived for Indigenous students Northern Alberta Institute of Technology nait.ca/nait/life-at-nait/clubs-groups-community/ Edmonton nisohkamatotan-centre Dawn Lameman, Nîsôhkamâtotân Centre Support [email protected] • BBA Entrepreneurship and Innovation 780-491-3917 Olds College oldscollege.ca/student-life/student-health-wellness/indigenous- Olds olds-college/index.html

B. Collins, Indigenous Services Coordinator • Bachelor of Applied Science, Horticulture [email protected] • Bachelor of Applied Science 403-507-7944 • Agribusiness

Old Sun Community College Siksika Nation oldsuncollege.ca

Erwin Bear, Chief Student Support Coordinator • Sisika Knowledge Program [email protected] • Indigenous Specialized Social Work Program 403-734-3862 x 244 • Adult Literacy

Red Crow Community College Stand Off, Lethbridge redcrowcollege.com Fee Marule-McLean, Public Relations and Student Recruitment Officer • Niitsitapi Agriculture Certificate Program The 2+2 Arts and Science Diploma [email protected] • • Indigenous Bachelor of Social Work 403-393-7586

40 | EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 Red Deer College Red Deer rdc.ab.ca/student-services/indigenous-student-services

Lloyd Desjarlais, Indigenous Student Services Coordinator • BA includes Indigenous Literature [email protected] • Bachelor of Nursing offers Indigenous Peoples 403-342-3284 course

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology SAIT Calgary sait.ca/indigenous-students

Allyson Dennehy, Student Advisor • Bachelor of Science Construction Project Management [email protected] Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management 403-919-2896 • • Bachelor of Business Administration

St. Mary’s University Calgary stmu.ca/indigenous-initiatives

Michelle Scott, Director of Indigenous Initiatives • BA in Social Justice and Catholic Studies (SJCS) [email protected] BA, General Studies with Indigenous Studies courses 403-254-3133 •

The King’s University College Edmonton kingsu.ca/services/indigenous-students

Regina Dizon, Student Coordinator • Indigenous courses available: Issues Involving [email protected] Indigenous People in Canada, Indigenous 780-465-3500 Perspectives, Race and Ethnic Diversity

University of Alberta Edmonton uab.ca/fnmi

Aaron Lepine, Indigenous Student Recruiter • BA in Recreation, Sport and Tourism • Bachelor of Education, Aboriginal Teacher [email protected] Education Program 780-492-5607 • BA in Native Studies

University of Alberta, Augustana Campus Camrose ualberta.ca/augustana/services/indigenous/index.html

Corinne Williams, Student Services Coordinator • BA in Creativity and Culture [email protected] • Law, Crime and Justice 780-679-1562 • Ethics and Global Studies

University of Calgary, Writing Symbols Lodge Calgary ucalgary.ca/student-services/writing-symbols/home

Marla Wolf Leg, Administrative Coordinator • Indigenous Student Access Program (ISAP) [email protected] • Indigenous Relations Training Program 403-220-6034 • Ótáp ímisskaan

University of Lethbridge Lethbridge, Calgary ulethbridge.ca/president/indigenous-initiatives

Lindi Shade, Manager • Indigenous Studies Specialty (Bachelors, Masters, and Phd) [email protected] Languages: Blackfoot / Cree 403-327-2812 •

Yellowhead Tribal College Edmonton ytced.ca

Crystal Wood, Associate Registrar and External Liaison • Indigenous Language Degree Program [email protected] • Indigenous Social Work Degree Program • Indigenous Environmental Stewardship and 780-484-0303 Reclamation

EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 41 British Columbia British Columbia Institute of Technology Burnaby, Metro Vancouver bcit.ca/indigenous-services

Leah Falstead, Advisor, Indigenous Initiatives • Sustainable Business Leadership [email protected] • Metal Fabricator Foundation 604-434-5734 • Bridge Watch Rating for Women and Indigenous Learners

Camosun College Lansdowne and Interurban Campuses, Victoria camosun.ca/learn/areas/indigenous.html

Alli Matchett, Community Liaison, Indigenous Advisor • Indigenous College Preparation Certificate [email protected] • Indigenous Studies Diploma • Bachelor of Business Administration, Human 250-370-3679 Resource Management and Leadership Major

Capilano University North Vancouver, Sechelt capilanou.ca/programs--courses/capu-for-you/indigenous-students

Miranda Huron, Director of Indigenous Education and Affairs • University One for Aboriginal Learners Certificate [email protected] • Bachelor of Tourism Management Degree 604-986-1911 x 3067 • Indigenous Independent Digital Filmmaking Diploma

Coast Mountain College Terrace, Prince Rupert, Smithers, Hazelton, Haida Gwaii coastmountaincollege.ca/indigenous-resources/overview

Ali McDougall, Indigenous Relations and Executive Advisor • Northern Collaborative Baccalaureate Nursing Program (NCBNP) [email protected] Applied Coastal Ecology (ACE) 250-635-6511 • • First Nations Fine Arts Diploma College of New Caledonia Prince George, Burns Lake, Fort St. James, Mackenzie, cnc.bc.ca/services/prince-george/aboriginal-resources Quesnel, Vanderhoof Patricia Prince, Aboriginal Recruitment Officer • Associate of Arts Aboriginal Studies [email protected] Nursing Baccalaureate, Bachelor Degree 250-562-2131 x 5488 • College of the Rockies Cranbrook, Creston, Fernie, Golden, Invermere, cotr.bc.ca/future-students/domestic/indigenous-students Kimberley

Taryn Kuhne, Indigenous Student Navigator • Bachelor of Business Administration: Sustainable Business Practices [email protected] Aboriginal Financial Management 250-489-2751 x 3261 • • Aboriginal Education Support Worker Douglas College douglascollege.ca/student-services/student-support/ New Westminster, Coquitlam indigenous-student-services

Dave Seaweed, Indigenous Coordinator • Bachelor of Therapeutic Recreation [email protected] • Psychiatric Nursing 604-527-5565 • Child and Youth Care Aboriginal Stream

Emily Carr Institute of Art and Design Vancouver ecuad.ca/student-life/student-services/aboriginal-program

Brenda Crabtree, Director, Aboriginal Programs • Bachelor of Design [email protected] • Bachelor of Fine Arts 604-844-3800 • Bachelor of Media Arts

Kwantlen Polytechnic University Surrey, Richmond, Cloverdale, Whalley, Langley kpu.ca/indigenous

Natalie Wood-Wiens, Manager, Indigenous Services for Students • Indigenous Community Justice Minor [email protected] • Indigenous Studies includes Information Literacy, 604-599-2059 Aboriginal Statistics

42 | EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 Langara College Vancouver langara.ca/student-services/indigenous-services/index.html Shyanne Boudreau, Manager, Indigenous Education and Services • Aboriginal Studies [email protected] • Aboriginal Transfer Pathway to UBC 604-323-5043 • Bachelor of Business Administration Native Education College Vancouver necvancouver.org/programs Keeleigh Julien, Student Advisor • Aboriginal Tourism Operations [email protected] • Northwest Coast Jewellery Arts 604-873-3772 x 318 • Aboriginal Special Needs Educator Nicola Valley Institute of Technology Merritt nvit.ca Marshal Kraus, Recruitment and Events Officer • Bachelor of Social Work [email protected] • Environmental Resource Technology 877-682-3300 • Health Care Assistant Northern Lights College Tumbler Ridge, Dawson Creek, Chetwynd, Fort Nelson, nlc.bc.ca/aboriginal Fort St. John

Richard Resener, Coordinator of Aboriginal Relations and Services • University Arts and Sciences Human Service Worker [email protected] Certificate • Courses in Indigenous Wellness and Healthy Practices, 250-774-2741 x 4602 Indigenous Family and Parenting North Island College Campbell River, Comox Valley, Port Alberni, Port Hardy, nic.bc.ca/indigenous-education Ucluelet Sarah Lawrence, Indigenous Advisor • Indigenous Studies [email protected] • Indigenous Languages 250-334-5029 • Aboriginal Leadership Certificate Royal Roads University Colwood, Victoria royalroads.ca/about/indigenous-relations Frankie Allen, Indigenous Student Services Coordinator • BA in Professional Communication [email protected] • BA in Justice Studies 250.391.2600 x 4626 • BA in Interdisciplinary Studies Selkirk College Castlegar, Nelson (3 locations), Trail, Grand Forks selkirk.ca/indigenous Leah Lychowyd, Indigenous Services Counsellor online form to email • University Arts and Science, Indigenous Studies 250-365-7292 x 21206 Simon Fraser University Burnaby, Surrey, Vancouver sfu.ca/programs/for-aboriginal-peoples.html Jennie Blankinship, Acting Director, Office of Indigenous • B.A. (major/minor) in First Nations Studies Education • Indigenous Perspectives on Teacher Education [email protected] Module (IPTEM) 778-782-9358 • Professional Development Program (PDP) Thompson Rivers University Kamloops, Williams Lake tru.ca/indigenous.html Lily Peters, Qelmúcw Student Recruiter • Indigenous Pathways for Health Careers [email protected] • Bachelor of Public Administration 250-852-7639 • Certified Aboriginal Financial Manager Designation University of British Columbia Vancouver, Kelowna you.ubc.ca/indigenous-students-ubc Chloe Erlendson, Recruiter Advisor, Indigenous Students • Institute for Critical Indigenous Studies [email protected] • Indigenous Teacher Education Program (NITEP) 604-827-2135 • Indigenous Studies

EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 43 University of the Fraser Valley Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, Hope ufv.ca/isc

Betty Peters, Director, Indigenous Student Centre • Aboriginal culture and Language Support Diploma • Indigenous Maps, Films, Rights and Land Claims [email protected] Certificate 888-504-7441 x 261 • Bachelor of Indigenous Studies University of North British Columbia Prince George, Fort St. John, Terrace, Quesnel unbc.ca/aboriginal-resource-dati/first-nations-centre Bev Best, Manager, Aboriginal Student Engagement • Indigenous Tourism Exchange Program [email protected] • Bachelor of Social Work Indigenous Specialization 250-960-5517 • Bachelor of Northern Studies University of Victoria Victoria uvic.ca/hsd/undergraduate/indigenous/issc Shauna Underwood, Indigenous Advisor • Canadian Common Law and Indigenous Legal Orders [email protected] Degree 250-472-5431 • Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), Indigenous Specialization Vancouver Community College Broadway St. Vancouver, Downtown Vancouver, vcc.ca/services/services-for-students/indigenous-services Annacis Island Toni Gladstone, Senior Indigenous Engagement Advisor • Denturist [email protected] Gladue Report Writing Certificate Program 604-871-7000 x 5048 • Vancouver Island Universitiy Nanaimo aboriginal.viu.ca Jennifer Christoffersen, Coordinator/Educational Advisor • Indigenous/Xwulmuxw Studies [email protected] • Aboriginal Ecotourism Training 888-920-2221 x 6510 • Professional Indigenous Lands Management

Manitoba

Assiniboine Community College Winnipeg, Brandon assiniboine.net/study-here/why-assiniboine/indigenous-students Crystal Bunn, Indigenous Services Officer • Certified Aboriginal Financial Manager (CAFM) [email protected] • Accounting 204-725-8700 x 7419 • Human Resource Management

Brandon University Brandon brandonu.ca/indigenous

Aaron McKay, Student Success Officer • BA, Native Studies • Native Languages, Cree / Ojibway / Dakota [email protected] Visual and Aboriginal Art 204-571-7858 • • Program for the Education of Native Teachers (P.E.N.T)

Manitoba Institute of Trades & Technology (MITT) Winnipeg mitt.ca/student-life/aazhogan-indigenous-student-centre Ryan Bruyere, Indigenous Student Advisor • Cyber Defense and Cloud Administrator [email protected] • Construction Labourer Certificate Program 204-989-7184 • Pharmacy Technician Program

Red River College Winnipeg rrc.ca/indigenous

Monica Morin, Indigenous Liaison Advisor • Indigenous Languages: Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe) and Inninew (Cree) [email protected] Social Innovation and Community Development 204-631-3361 • • Culinary Skills Indigenous

44 | EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 University College of the North ucn.ca/sites/elders/ininiwi/Pages/Ininiwi-kiskinwamakewin- The Pas, Thompson Centre.aspx

Melissa Constant, Recruitment Officer • Aboriginal and Northern Counselling Skills [email protected] • Kenanow Bachelor of Education • Bachelor of Arts in Aboriginal and Northern 204-627-8553 Studies

University of Manitoba Winnipeg umanitoba.ca/student/indigenous Desiree Morrisseau-Keesick, Lead Indigenous Student Recruitment Officer • Qualico Bridge to Success Indigenous Business Education Partners [email protected] • • Pathway to Indigenous Nursing 204-474-6398

University of Manitoba, Engineering Winnipeg umanitoba.ca/faculties/engineering/programs/engap/index.html Tannis Geddes, Administrative Assistant [email protected] • Engineering Access Program (ENGAP) 204-474-9872

University of Winnipeg Winnipeg uwinnipeg.ca/assc

Tim Coughlan, Indigenous Liaison Officer • BA Indigenous Studies [email protected] • Masters Development Practice 204-786-9922 • BA Urban and Inner City Studies

Yellowquill College Winnipeg yellowquill.org

Bobbi Pompana, Director • Certified Aboriginal Financial Manager [email protected] • First Nation Management and Administration 204-953-2800 • First Nations Teacher Education Program

New Brunswick

Mount Allison University Sackville mta.ca/indigenous Patty Musgrave-Quinn, Indigenous Affairs Co-ordinator • Indigenous Studies courses [email protected] • Mi'kma'ki 506-364-2127 • Aboriginal Law and Politics courses

St. Thomas University Fredericton stu.ca/indigenous-homepage • Certificate in Native Language Immersion Teaching Trenton Augustine, Indigenous Student Services Coordinator • Native Studies Major [email protected] • Maliseet/Passamaquoddy, Mi'kmaq Bachelor of Social 506-452-9669 Work • Aotiitj Program

University of New Brunswick Fredericton, St. John unb.ca/mwc April McAllister, Wicuhkekemit • Wabanaki Bachelor of Education [email protected] Bridging Year Program for Indigenous students 506-458-7054 •

EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 45 Newfoundland & Labrador Happy Valley (Goose Bay), Baie Verte, Bay St. George, College of the North Atlantic Bonavista, Burin Bay, Carbonear, Clarenville, Gander, cna.nl.ca/aboriginal-resource-centre Grand Falls (Windsor), Labrador City, Placentia, Port Aux Basques, St. John's, Seal Cove, St. Anthony Lesley Tucker, Guidance Counsellor • Aboriginal Bridging Program [email protected] Digital Animation 709-896-6306 •

Memorial University of Newfoundland Cornerbrook, St. John's, Harlow, U.K. mun.ca/indigenous/students/isrc/index.php Tama Fost, Indigenous Student Success Coordinator • Bachelor of Education (Native and Northern) [email protected] • Indigenous Studies 709-864-8278 • Inuit Bachelor of Social Work

Nova Scotia Acadia University Wolfville acadiau.ca/student-life/indigenous-students.html Zabrina Whitman, Coordinator of Indigenous affairs • Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology [email protected] Theatre Studies 902-220-8924 • Cape Breton University Unama’ki College Sydney cbu.ca/indigenous-affairs/unamaki-college Ann Denny, Community Liaison Officer • Conversational Mi'kmaq language [email protected] • BA in Mi'kmaw Studies or Community Studies 902-563-1402 • Bachelor of Ed with Aboriginal Concentration

Dalhousie University Halifax, Bible Hill dal.ca/about-dal/indigenous-connection.html Cheyenne Henry, Student Success Advisor • Indigenous Studies Minor [email protected] Certificate of Indigenous Studies 902-494-3077 • Mount Saint Vincent University msvu.ca/campus-life/student-equity-diversity-inclusion/aboriginal- Halifax student-centre Patrick Small Legs-Nagg, Special Advisor to the President on Aboriginal Affairs • Indigenous courses: history, sociology, literature and [email protected] education 902-457-6228 Nova Scotia College of Art and Design Halifax nscad.ca [email protected] Minor in Indigenous Studies 888-444-5989 •

Saint Mary's University Halifax smu.ca/indigenous-community/wisqaptmumk-saint-marys.html Raymond Sewell, Indigenous Student Advisor [email protected] • Indigenous Studies 902-491-6578

St. Francis Xavier University Antigonish mystfx.ca/student-life/indigenous-student-advising Terena Francis, Indigenous Students Coordinator • Co-op Education Programs [email protected] Women’s and Gender Studies 902-867-5413 •

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Aurora College Inuvik, Fort Smith, Yellowknife auroracollege.nt.ca

Laura Aubrey, Coordinator Student Services Center • Early Learning and Child Care Diploma [email protected] • Underground Miner Training Program 867-872-7583 • Bachelor of Education

Nunavut

Nunavut Arctic College Rankin Inlet, Cambridge Bay, Iqaluit, Clyde River arcticcollege.ca

Recruitment Team • Interpreter Translation (Inuktitut) • Nanuvut Law Degree [email protected] Nunavut Teacher Education Program 867-983-4111 • • Inuit Studies

Ontario

Algonquin College Ottawa, Pembroke, Smith Falls algonquincollege.com/studentsupportservices/indigenous-students Gregory Phillips, Indigenous Pathfinder • Pathways to Indigenous Empowerment (PIE) [email protected] Community and Justice Services 613-727-4723 x 6081 • Indigenous Cook (Pre-Apprenticeship)

Algoma University Sault Ste. Marie, Brampton, Timmins algomau.ca/students/anishinaabe-students Bonnie Gaikezheyongai, Anishinaabe Academic Success Advisor • Bachelor in Anishinaabe Studies [email protected] Anishinaabemowin language 705-949-2301 x 4815 •

Brock University St. Catharines brocku.ca/aboriginal-student-services Sandra Wong, Aboriginal Academic Program Support Coordinator • B. Ed in Aboriginal Adult Education [email protected] • Weengushk Film Institute 905-688-5550 x 5883 • Indigenous Languages Cayuga/Mohawk/Nishnawbe Cambrian College cambriancollege.ca/indigenous-students/wabnode-centre-for- Sudbury aboriginal-services Kelly Senecal, Indigenous Cultural Coordinator • General Arts and Science with Indigenous [email protected] Specialization (1yr) 705-566-8101 x 7418 • Indigenous Languages Program Ojibwe Canadore College North Bay, Parry Sound, Scarborough, Mississauga, canadorecollege.ca/experience/indigenous-student-experience Brampton Gerard Peltier, Recruitment and Retention Officer • Indigenous Visual Storytelling (1yr) [email protected] • Indigenous Wellness and Addictions Prevention (2 yr) 705-474-7600 x 5963 • Indigenous Health Care Administration (1 yr)

EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 47 Carlton University Ottawa carleton.ca/indigenous

Vanessa Cyr, Indigenous Programs Officer • Nunavut Public Service Studies [email protected] • BA, Indigenous Studies 613-608-9743 • Indigenous Enriched Support Program

Centennial College Toronto centennialcollege.ca/indigenous-education

Seán Kinsella, Director, the Eighth Fire • Indigenous Studies: First Peoples in Canada Certificate [email protected] • NCFST Office Administration Program 416-289-5000, x 2370 • Inclusive Leadership Practices Certificate Conestoga College Brantford, Cambridge, Guelph, Ingersoll, Kitchener, conestogac.on.ca/aboriginal-services Stratford, Waterloo Roxane Shawana, Recruitment Officer • Indigenous Studies Certificate [email protected] Social Service Worker 519-748-5220, x 2457 •

Confederation College Dryden, Greenstone (Longlac), Kenora, Marathon, confederationcollege.ca/negahneewin-services/ Fort Frances, Red Lake, Sioux Loukout, Wawa supports-and-services

Kristin Fisher, Indigenous Student Navigator and Cultural Lead • Aboriginal Community Advocacy [email protected] • Aboriginal Financial and Economic Planning 807-473-3867 • Child and Youth Care Indigenous Specialization

Durham College Oshawa durhamcollege.ca/info-for/indigenous-students

Julie Pigeon, Indigenous Coach • Behavioural Science [email protected] • Esport Business Management 905-721-2000 x 2529 • Journalism and Creative Writing Fanshawe College of Applied Arts & Technology fanshawec.ca/student-life/campus-services/first-peoples- London, St. Thomas, Woodstock, Simcoe and Huron fanshawe/indigenous Daniel Kennedy, Aboriginal Community Outreach and Transitions Advisor • Indigenous Business and Finance Essentials BA Digital Marketing [email protected] • • Music Recording Arts program 519-808-6041

First Nations Technical Institute Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory fnti.net/programs

Erica Maracle, Marketing and Recruitment Coordinator • Bachelor of Indigenous Sustainable Food Systems [email protected] • Indigenous Midwifery 613-396-2122 x 182 • Bachelor of Indigenous Justice

Fleming College Peterborough in Cobourg, Haliburton, Lindsay flemingcollege.ca/student-experience/indigenous-student-services Ashley Safar, Indigenous Student Services Manager [email protected] • Indigenous Studies 1-866-353-6464 x 1263 George Brown College of Applied Arts & Technology georgebrown.ca/current-students/services/indigenous- Toronto education-services Jolene May, Indigenous Student Support [email protected] • Indigenous content in Liberal Arts electives 416-415-5000 x 3969

48 | EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 Georgian College of Applied Arts & Technology Barrie, Midland, Orillia, Owen Sound georgiancollege.ca/indigenous-initiatives

Ashley Lacoucier, Community Liaison Officer • Indigenous Arts and Sciences (1yr) Shki Miikan [email protected] • Anishnaabemowin and Program Development (2yr) • Indigenous Community and Social Development 705-728-1968, x 1317 Co op (2 yrs)

Humber College Toronto, Orangeville humber.ca/indigenous

Lorralene Whiteye, Indigenous Outreach Coordinator • Aktsi'a Circle (Women's circle) [email protected] • Indigenous Book Club 416-577-7100 • Indigenous Voices Speaker Series

Lakehead University Thunder Bay, Orillia lakeheadu.ca/indigenous/indigenous-services-tb

Anna Chief, Indigenous Outreach • Aboriginal Education [email protected] Indigenous Language Instructor's Program 807-251-4491 •

Lambton College of Applied Arts & Technology Sarnia lambtoncollege.ca/isc

Sean Hoogterp, Indigenous Student Success Coordinator sean​ • Indigenous Culture and Relationships Board of hoogterp@​lambtoncollege.ca Governors’ Certificate • Indigenous Community and Society Board of 519-542-7751 x 3362 Governors’ Certificate

Laurentian University Sudbury laurentian.ca/indigenous-student-affairs

Natalie Lacasse, Indigenous Community Outreach and Liaison • Indigenous Social Work (ISW) [email protected] Indigenous Languages Cree/ Nishnaabemwin 705-929-9160 •

Loyalist College Bancroft loyalistcollege.com/indigenous-services

Tania Ardley, Indigenous Student Success Mentor • Indigenous Construction Renovation [email protected] • Community and Justice Services -Journalism/ 613-969-1913, x 2250 Communications

McMaster University Hamilton indigservices.mcmaster.ca

Shylo Elmayan, Director, Indigenous Student Services • Bachelor of Indigenous Studies [email protected] • Social Work 905-525-9140 x 21833 • Indigenous Languages: Cayuga, Mohawk, Ojibwe

Mohawk College Hamilton mohawkcollege.ca/indigenous-students

Kayla Jenkins, Indigenous Outreach and Education Advisor • Construction Techniques [email protected] • Mental Health and Disability Management 905-517-0261 • Personal Support or Social Service Worker Negahneewin College Thunder Bay, Dryden, Fort Frances, Greenstone, Kenora, confederationcollege.ca/negahneewin-student-services Marathon, Sioux Lookout, Red Lake, Wawa

Alicia Brink, Indigenous Student Navigator and Special Needs Lead • Aboriginal Community Advocacy [email protected] • Child and Youth Care 807-475-6602 • Aboriginal Financial and Economic Planning

EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 49 Niagara College Canada Niagara-on-the-Lake, Welland, Six Nations (Brantford) niagaracollege.ca/indigenouseducation Ashley Buck, Indigenous Student Success Leader • Early Childhood Education program (Six Nation [email protected] Polytechnic’s Brantford Campus) 905-641-2252 x 4214

Nipissing University North Bay nipissingu.ca/departments/indigenous-initiatives • Indigenous Foundations Program Tanya Lukin-Linklater, Director, Indigenous Initiatives • Indigenous Teacher Education Program (ITEP) [email protected] • Teacher of Indigenous Language as a Second 705-474-3450 x 450 Language (Anishnaabemwin, Cree, Cayuga, Mohawk, Lunaape)

Northern College Kirkland Lake, Timmins, Moosonee, Haileybury northernc.on.ca/indigenous-services

Joseph Nakogee, Indigenous Student Advisor • Accommodation and Human Rights Management (AHRM) [email protected] Veterinary Technology, Wildlife Rehabilitation 705-235-3211 x 2233 • • Mining Engineering Technician

OCAD University Toronto ocadu.ca/services/indigenous-students Melissa General, Manager, Indigenous Student Centre • Indigenous Visual Culture Program [email protected] Wapatah: Centre for Indigenous Visual Knowledge 416-977-6000 x 2261 • Ontario Tech University studentlife.ontariotechu.ca/services/community/indigenous/ Oshawa indexphp Carol Ducharme, Indigenous Programming Specialist [email protected] • Nuclear Engineering 905-721-8668 x 6795

Queen's University Kingston queensu.ca/fourdirections

Kandice Baptiste, Director, Four Directions Indigenous • Aboriginal Teacher's Education (ATEP) Student Centre • Indigenous Languages Anishinaabemowin/ [email protected] Inuktitut/ Mohawk 613-533-6970 • Indigenous Studies Royal Military College rmc-cmr.ca/en/indigenous-knowledge-and-learning/ Kingston working-group Dr. Paul Chaput, Academic Advisor, Aboriginal Leadership Opportunity Year (ALOY) Aboriginal Leadership Opportunity Year [email protected] • 613-541-5010 x 8781

Ryerson University Toronto ryerson.ca/aboriginal Sloan (Joanne) Miller, Aboriginal Academic Support Advisor • Indigenous Fashion Support (IFS) Program [email protected] Indigenous Graduate Education 416-979-5000 x 2609 •

Saint Paul University Ottawa ustpaul.ca Gabrielle Lefebvre, Liaison Officer • Indigenous Pastoral Leadership Formation Program [email protected] First Nations Leadership Certificate 613-236-1393 x 2259 •

50 | EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 Sault College Sault St. Marie saultcollege.ca/indigenous Melvin Peltier, Indigneous Student Recruitment Officer • Social Service Worker, Indigenous Specialization [email protected] Anishinaabemowin Let`s Start Ojibwe (online) 705-759-2554 x 2762 •

Seneca College (First Peoples) Markham, Peterborough, King City, Toronto, North York senecacollege.ca/student-services-and-support/first-peoples.html Karen White, Indigenous Student Counsellor • Honours Bachelor of Aviation Technology [email protected] • Honours Bachelor of Behavioural Psychology 416-491-5050 • Honours Bachelor of Community Mental Health

Seven Generations Education Institute Fort Francis, Kenora, Sioux Lookout 7generations.org Connie Foster, Registrar • Anishinaabe Engagement Training [email protected] • BA, Practical Nursing 807-274-2796 • Welding Techniques Sheridan College sheridancollege.ca/life-at-sheridan/student-services/indigenous- Oakville learning-and-support Jodie Kerr-Alich, Indigenous Initiatives Coordinator (Trafalgar) • Advanced Television and Film [email protected] Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences, Athletic Therapy 905-845-9430 x 5554 •

Six Nations Polytechnic Brantford snpolytechnic.com/indigenous-knowledge-centre • Mental Health and Disability Management Carly Jamieson, Student Success Officer • Bachelor of Arts in Ogwehoweh Languages 226-493-1245 x 7254 (Cayga/Mohawk) • Early Childhood Education

St. Clair College Windsor, Chatham stclaircollege.ca/student-services/indigenous Kayla Murphy, Indigenous Learner Advisor • Native Community Worker [email protected] Native Early Childhood Education 519-972-2727 x 4734 • St. Lawrence College stlawrencecollege.ca/campuses-and-services/services-and- Kingston, Brockville, Cornwall facilities/indigenous-support Holly Brant, Indigenous Counsellor • Communicative Disorders Assistant [email protected] Game Programming 613-544-5400 x 1095 •

Trent University Peterborough, Durham trentu.ca/fphl Ryan Gray-Brady, Indigenous Enrolment Advisor • BA, Indigenous Studies [email protected] • Indigenous Environmental Studies and Sciences 705-748-1011 x 6228 • Indigenous B. Ed. (Concurrent Program)

University of Guelph Guelph uoguelph.ca/studentexperience/indigenous

Rosemary Spring, Indigenous Student Advisor • Bachelor of Indigenous Environmental Science and Practice (B.IESP) [email protected] Indigenous Language Anishinaabemowin 519-824-4120 x 53725 • • Indigenous Studies

University of Ottawa Ottawa uottawa.ca/indigenous/about-us Darren Sutherland, Indigenous Community Engagement Officer • Bachelor of Indigenous Studies [email protected] • Indigenous Languages Algonquin, Ojibwe 613-562-5800 x 4529 • Indigenous Teacher Education Program

EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 51 University of Sudbury Sudbury usudbury.ca/en/programs/indigenous-studies Kevin FitzMaurice, Chair, Indigenous Studies • Indigenous Studies, Minor in Nishnaabemwin [email protected] (Ojibwe) 705-673-5661 x 410 • Minor in Indigenous Environmental Studies

University of Toronto Toronto studentlife.utoronto.ca/department/first-nations-house Shannon Simpson, Indigenous Initiatives • BA, Indigenous Studies [email protected] Collaborative Program in Indigenous Health 416-946-3228 •

University of Waterloo Waterloo uwaterloo.ca/stpauls/waterloo-indigenous-student-centre Cheryl Maksymyk, Indigenous Student Services Coordinator • Indigenous Studies Minor [email protected] Indigenous Peoples and Community Planning 519-885-1460 •

Western University London indigenous.uwo.ca/students/indexhtml Amanda Myers, Director of Indigenous Student Centre • Academic Transition Opportunities (ATO) Program [email protected] Indigenous Studies 519-661-2111 x 86423 •

University of Windsor Windsor uwindsor.ca/aboriginal-education-centre Kathryn Pasquach, Aboriginal Outreach Coordinator • Law Degree includes Indigenous Legal Traditions [email protected] Annual Indigenous Law Camp (Walpole Island FN) 519-253-3000 x 3465 • Wilfrid Laurier University wlu.ca/future-students/undergraduate/applicants/ Waterloo indigenous-students Jessica Duke, Indigenous Student Recruitment • Master of Social Work (MSW) Indigenous Field of Study [email protected] • Indigenous Peoples Certificate in Indigegogy 519-635-3943 • Decolonizing Education Certificate

York University Toronto aboriginal.info.yorku.ca Randy Pitawanakwat, Coordinator, Aboriginal Student Services • Indigenous Lands, Resources and Governments [email protected] Bachelor of Indigenous Studies 416-736-2100 x 22607 •

Prince Edward Island

NAIITS: An Indigenous Learning Community Montague naiits.com/vision Beth Wood, Director of Admissions • MA Indigenous Community Development [email protected] MA Intercultural Studies 1-866-724-0352 •

University of P.E.I Charlottetown upei.ca/mawiomi-centre Mawi’omi Indigenous Student Centre • Bachelor of Education [email protected] Climate Change and Global Affairs 902-620-5125 •

52 | EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 Québec Bishop's University ubishops.ca/future-current-students/student-campus-life/ Sherbrooke student-services/indigenous-student-services

Annick Corbeil, Manager of Student Life [email protected] • Bachelor in Indigenous Studies 819-342-3349

Concordia University Montreal concordia.ca/about/indigenous.html

Orenda Boucher-Curotte, Coordinator Aboriginal Student Resource Centre • Bachelor in First Peoples Studies • Indigenous Languages: Algonquian, Haudenosaune, [email protected] Inuit 514-848-2424 x 7326

McGill University Montreal mcgill.ca/fph

Allan Vicaire, Director First Peoples' House • Indigenous Studies Minor [email protected] • Certificate of Indigenous Business Management 514-398-3217 • Indigenous Language: Kanienkehaka

Université de Montréal Montreal umontreal.ca/premierspeuples

Samuel Rainville, Coordinator of the First Peoples' Student Center • Bachelor in Indigenous Studies [email protected] • Indigenous Stories and Media 514-343-6111 x 32808 • Indigenous Language: Innu

Université de Sherbrooke Sherbrooke usherbrooke.ca/droit/etudiants/autochtones

Jean-Simon Paradis-Charlebois, Advisor, Indigenous Affairs [email protected] • Indigenous Language: Abenaki 819-821-8000 x 62480

Université du Québec à Chicoutimi (UQAC) Quebec nikanite.uqac.ca

Alice Tremblay, Liaison • Bachelor of Preschool and Primary Education [email protected] • Bachelor in 3D Animation and Digital Design • Certificate in Intervention and Prevention of 418-545-5011 x 2394 Addictions in First Nations Youth

Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) Montreal vie-etudiante.uqam.ca/etudiantautochtone/nouvelles-ressources.html

Annie Bergeron, Indigenous Student Advisor [email protected] • Indigenous Certificates and Programs 514-987-5158

Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue (UQAT) Abitibi-Témiscamingue uqat.ca/etudes/etudes-autochtones

Suzie Ratte, Aboriginal Liaison Officer • Public Management in an Indigenous Context • Undergraduate Microprogram of Initiation to uman [email protected] Resources Management 819-874-8728 x 6510 • Bachelor of Preschool and Primary Education

EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 | 53 Université Laval ulaval.ca/futurs-etudiants/candidats-membres-des-premieres- Québec City nations-et-inuits

Student Recruitment Office Team • Bachelor of Anthropology/Native Studies [email protected] • Aboriginal Forestry 877-606-5566 • Inuit Language, Inuktituk

Université du Québec à Rimouski Rimouski uqar.ca

Jean-François Ouellet, Director of Student Services • Bachelor of Biology [email protected] • Bachelor of Kinesiology 418-723-1986 x 1520 • Bachelor of Professional Education

Saskatchewan

Cumberland College Nipawin, Tisdale, Melfort cumberlandcollege.sk.ca/index.php?id=272

Kim Cross, IATEC Coordinator • Indigenous Access and Transition Education Certificate [email protected] Agriculture and Bioresources (First Year) 306-752-8109 • • Bachelor of Sociology

First Nations University of Canada fnuniv.ca/university-services/student-success-services-elder- Regina services

Student Success Services • Indigenous Social Work [email protected] • Indigenous Education 306-790-5950 x 3127 • Indigenous Business and Public Administration

Gabriel Dumont Institute Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon gdins.org/metis-culture

• Saskatchewan Urban Native Teacher Education Registrar Program (SUNTEP) [email protected] • BA, Native studies, Métis studies and Indigenous 877-488-6888 Languages • Indigenous Birth Support Worker Program

North West College North Battleford, Meadow Lake northwestcollege.ca

Lindsey Gartner, Student Services Coordinator • Online courses in wide variety of topics [email protected] Business Certificate Program 306-937-5126 •

Northlands College La Ronge, Air Ronge, Buffalo Narrows, Creighton trainnorth.ca/elie-fleury-cultural-centre

Registrar • Bachelor in Indigenous Studies [email protected] • Bachelor of Education 888-311-1185 • Bachelor of Commerce

54 | EDUCATION GUIDE 2021 Parkland College parklandcollege.sk.ca/programs/university/bachelordegrees/ Yorkton indigenouseducation.html

Gwen Machnee, Coordinator, University • Bachelor of Indigenous Education [email protected] • Dentistry (First Year) 866-783-6788 • Northern Studies Degree

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon saskpolytech.ca/about/organization/indigenous-strategy.aspx

Indigenous Support Team • First Nations Child Care [email protected] • Indigenous Practical Nursing 866-467-4278 • Aboriginal Policing Preparation

University of Regina Regina uregina.ca/student/asc • nitôncipâmin omâ Student Success Program Annie Charles, Student Success Facilitator (The OMA Program) [email protected] • Certificate in Indigenous Economic Development 306-337-8545 • Bachelor of Science in Indigenous Environmental Science

Luther College (U of Regina) Regina luthercollege.edu/university/about-luther/indigenous-initiatives

Andrea Barrientos, Admissions Coordinator • Saulteaux / Cree Language Studies [email protected] • Indigenous Studies 306-205-3738 • Indigenous Communication Arts (INCA)

University of Saskatchewan Saskatoon admissions.usask.ca/indigenous-students.php Graeme Joseph, Team Leader of First Nations, Métis and Inuit Student Success • Indigenous Law Indian Teacher Education (ITEP) [email protected] • • Kanawayihetaytan Askiy certificate 306-966-7287

Edwards School of Business (U of Saskatchewan) Saskatoon edwards.usask.ca/centres/rawlinson Carson Magnuson, Indigenous Achievement Advisor [email protected] • Aboriginal Business Administration Certificate 306-966-7967

University of Saskatoon Saskatoon students.usask.ca/aboriginal

Lori Delorme, Student Services Coordinator • Aboriginal Business Administration [email protected] • Aboriginal Public Administration 306-966-1604 • Aboriginal Teacher Associate Certificate

Yukon

Yukon University Whitehorse yukonu.ca/about-us/indigenous-yukonu

Orlanna Aubichon, First Nations Student Navigator • Indigenous Governance Degree • First Nations Governance and Public Administration [email protected] Certificate 867-668-8720 • Yukon First Nations Art Certificate

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Indigenous Hip Hop Awards 21 University of Sudbury 35 indigenoushiphopawards.com usudbury.ca

Lakeland College 57 University of Windsor 13 lakelandcollege.ca/infosessions uwindsor.ca/law

NAIITS - An Indigenous Learning Community 27 University of Winnipeg 33 naiits.com uwinnipeg.ca/indigenous

NIB Trust Fund 27 Vancouver Community College 20 nibtrust.ca vcc.ca

Nuclear Waste Management Organization 57 Vancouver Island University 23 nwmo.ca viu.ca

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