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Cégep John Abbott College – Indigenous Student Resource Centre

En 1990, John-Abbott était l’un des premiers cégeps à collaborer avec les communautés autochtones et institutions telles que Cree School Board et Kativik pour offrir des services spécifiques et adaptés aux étudiants autochtones. Ainsi, le collège John-Abbott et l’Indigenous Student Resources Centre encouragent et supportent le succès académique des autochtones au postsecondaire. Ce centre est […]

En 1990, John-Abbott était l’un des premiers cégeps à collaborer avec les communautés autochtones et institutions telles que Cree School Board et Kativik pour offrir des services spécifiques et adaptés aux étudiants autochtones. Ainsi, le collège John-Abbott et l’Indigenous Student Resources Centre encouragent et supportent le succès académique des autochtones au postsecondaire. Ce centre est un espace qui permet aux étudiants autochtones de se rassembler, de relaxer et de travailler. Il s’agit d’un espace permettant le maintien de l’identité autochtone à l’intérieur de la communauté collégiale. Par l’intermédiaire du Indigenous Student Resources Centre, les étudiants peuvent profiter de plusieurs services de tutorat et l’aide d’un conseiller pédagogique. Ils peuvent participer à plusieurs activités sociales, à des ateliers divers et ils peuvent contribuer à l’éducation et à la sensibilisation des non-autochtones aux réalités autochtones . Le centre offre plusieurs services tels qu’un espace d’étude aménagé avec des ordinateurs, une bibliothèque spécifique aux études autochtones, un accompagnement spécifique pour les différentes procédures de l’école (registrariat, etc.) et autres . L’objectif du centre est de fournir des services pour assurer la transition, la rétention et le succès académique des étudiants autochtones . Ainsi, John-Abbott offre aussi un programme de transition pour les Premières nations, Métis et Inuits pour préparer les étudiants à la vie de collège et les guider dans les programmes préuniversitaires et techniques de leurs choix. (http://www.johnabbott.qc.ca/services-to-students/aboriginal-resource-centre/)

 

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Elephant Thoughts

Jeremy Rhodes speaks about Elephant Thoughts’ work on reserves in Northern Ontario, which focuses on educational support, STEM outreach and customized education solutions for Indigenous schools. For more information, visit: https://www.theindigenousjourney.com/.

Jeremy Rhodes speaks about Elephant Thoughts’ work on reserves in Northern Ontario, which focuses on educational support, STEM outreach and customized education solutions for Indigenous schools. For more information, visit: https://www.theindigenousjourney.com/.

Violence Prevention On Campus and In Our Communities

Man Up Against Violence seeks to inspire men to become advocates of violence prevention.

Roz Kelsey is the Director of Gender Based Violence Prevention Strategies and Professor in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies at the University of Regina. Kelsey is the founder of Man Up Against Violence, an organization on-campus that deals with sexual assault and violence prevention. Kelsey works with Maureen (Maddie) Sanderson of Miskasowin Consulting who counsels and educates men who have issues with intimate partner violence. Sanderson employs traditional teachings informed by male Elders to promote healing and create understanding. The thirteen tipi poles teach Indigenous values and ways of being in the world. The program, Man Up Against Violence focuses on equality and healthy relationships through understanding values, such as: respect, love, bravery, truth, honesty, humility, and wisdom. These teachings and values are transferable to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous people. Click on the following link for more information about Man Up Against Violence https://manupagainstviolence.ca

Since this story was created much has changed on campus regarding gender-based violence and prevention. The Office of Gendered Violence at the University of Regina is no longer funded, the partnership with the File Hills Tribal Council and the Walk the Good Road program have not been pursued, and the Man Up Against Violence campaign is not formally housed on campus. This video serves as a snapshot of what is possible when partnerships between community organizations and academic institutions are cultivated.

Shannon Simpson, First Nations House at The University of Toronto

Interview conducted on January 31st in the First Nations House at The University of Toronto.  »Shannon Simpson has only just stepped into a leadership role at First Nations House and she’s already fully immersed in preparations to celebrate its 25th anniversary as the hub for Indigenous life at the University of Toronto…FNH provides a space […]

Interview conducted on January 31st in the First Nations House at The University of Toronto.

 »Shannon Simpson has only just stepped into a leadership role at First Nations House and she’s already fully immersed in preparations to celebrate its 25th anniversary as the hub for Indigenous life at the University of Toronto…FNH provides a space on the downtown campus to learn about Indigenous knowledges and traditional teachings, attend events, socialize, seek guidance from Elders and access financial and academic supports.  » from https://www.utoronto.ca/news/uoftbacktoschool-meet-u-t-s-new-director-aboriginal-student-services-first-nations-house

St. Augustine School: Circle of Courage

The Indigenous leadership group at St.Augustine School uses the Circle of Courage model to develop student leadership skills and support positive youth development. This student group is accessible to all students.

The Indigenous leadership group at St.Augustine School uses the Circle of Courage model to develop student leadership skills and support positive youth development. This student group is accessible to all students.

‘Su’luqw

‘Su’ luqw ‘a’ Community Cousins are Aboriginal Students attending Vancouver Island University. As mentors, the cousins work together as a team and put ideas together to bring events and programs to the Aboriginal student community! ‘Su’luqw’a’ are passionate about health, wellness and culture. We join the program with intentions to support Aboriginal students, create a […]

‘Su’ luqw ‘a’ Community Cousins are Aboriginal Students attending Vancouver Island University. As mentors, the cousins work together as a team and put ideas together to bring events and programs to the Aboriginal student community! ‘Su’luqw’a’ are passionate about health, wellness and culture. We join the program with intentions to support Aboriginal students, create a sense of belonging, take part in skill building workshops, and to have fun!

Matawa Learning Centre

The Matawa Learning Centre uses a holistic approach to education in order to help young Indigenous learners from the Matawa Communities in Northern Ontario.

Janine Landry speaks with Brad Battiston (Principal) & Jackie Corbett (Vice-Principal) of the Matawa Learning Centre The Matawa Learning Centre uses a holistic approach to education in order to help young Indigenous learners from the Matawa Communities in Northern Ontario. The program has educators that help students achieve graduation as well as cultural support, mental health workers, nutrition workers, physical activity coordinators, and around the clock workers to help support the youth in a wrap-around approach that centres the learner’s well-being.

Dene Nahjo

Fostering indigenous leadership, values and skills through cultural initiatives. Dene Nahjo is a Dene Collective based in Denendeh. Fostering indigenous leadership, values, and skills through cultural resurgance initiatives. Dene Nahjo believes the solutions to problems we see in communities are rooted in the teachings of our ancestors. They emphasize and encourage the revitalization of the […]

Fostering indigenous leadership, values and skills through cultural initiatives. Dene Nahjo is a Dene Collective based in Denendeh. Fostering indigenous leadership, values, and skills through cultural resurgance initiatives. Dene Nahjo believes the solutions to problems we see in communities are rooted in the teachings of our ancestors. They emphasize and encourage the revitalization of the culture and the connection to the land and they carry out their work in a way that is true to Dene culture.

Prince George Native Friendship Centre – Director of Youth and Community Services

A discussion of Early Childhood Education services offered at the Prince George Native Friendship Centre that has a focus on intergenerational teachings

A discussion of Early Childhood Education services offered at the Prince George Native Friendship Centre that has a focus on intergenerational teachings