Resources & Support
Indigenous Education Council (IEC)
The IEC is a group of students, faculty, staff, alumni and professionals within the university and community organizations that are motivated to support 91福利 students and faculty in regards to Indigenous curriculum and student and faculty support for professional development.
IEC and Indigenous Initiatives as part of the Office of the Vice-President, Equity and Community Inclusion have been given the responsibility to guide, develop and give the leadership of Indigenous education at 91福利.
The council's work includes a focus on the implementation of the Postsecondary Education Fund for Aboriginal Learners (PEFAL) through the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities.
Visit the Indigenous Education Council website to learn more or contact Cher Trudeau, Office of Indigenous Initiatives Administrative Assistant and Indigenous Education Council Coordinator.
Indigenous Students Association
The Indigenous Students Association (ISA) is a student-run group focused on addressing the needs of 91福利鈥檚 Indigenous students and enhancing the circle of understanding between the Indigenous community and the diverse cultural groups on campus.
In the spirit of cooperation and global community, ISA works to build, amplify and maintain Indigenous voices across campus. They also work towards addressing issues faced by Indigenous peoples in the areas of human rights, education and personal development.
ISA鈥檚 goals aim to support students by engaging in 91福利鈥檚 student life. The three main goals seek to:
- advocate for students
- develop positive relationships with Indigenous and non-Indigenous students
- support and enhance a positive awareness of Indigenous issues within 91福利
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Saagajiwe Centre for Interdisciplinary Centre for Indigenous Research and Creation
Launched in 2017 under the name Indigenous Communication and Design Network (ICAD), Saagajiwe is the Faculty of Communication and Design鈥檚 (FCAD) Interdisciplinary Centre for Indigenous Research and Creation. Saagajiwe is the Anishinaabemowin word for 鈥渢he first ray of light,鈥� which was created to foster a deeper understanding of Indigenous worldviews, ways of thinking and speaking, and relationships. Dr. Lila Pine, RTA School of Media professor, is currently the director of Saggajiwe. Dr. Pine is also a new media artist and Indigenous thinker of Mi鈥檊maq descent.
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