As we recognize 150 years of Confederation, this lecture series explores Canada's past, present, and future. These are free public lectures brought to you by the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University, in partnership with Waterloo Public Library and the City of Waterloo.
Truth and Reconciliation in Canadian Post-Secondary Education
How are universities responding to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action? Indigenous and non-Indigenous members of our two institutions will talk about the challenges and opportunities for indigenization on our campuses.
Speakers
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Jean Becker, Senior Advisor, Indigenous Initiatives, Wilfrid Laurier University
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Erin Hodson, Indigenous Curriculum Specialist, Wilfrid Laurier University
- Lori Campbell, Director, Waterloo Aboriginal Education Centre, St Paul's University College, University of Waterloo
- Andy Houston and Sorouja Moll , Drama and Speech Communication, University of Waterloo, professors and collaborators on the Mush Hole Project
Canada 150 lectures
| Date/Time | Lecture Title | Location |
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Date/Time Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. |
Lecture Title Vimy Bridge: The Battle and the Myth |
Location Waterloo Public Library, Main |
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Date/Time Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. |
Lecture Title Truth and Reconciliation in Canadian Post-Secondary Education |
Location Knox Waterloo Presbyterian Church |
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Date/Time Wednesday, December 13, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. |
Lecture Title Canada's Hidden Histories |
Location CIGI Auditorium |
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