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Events & Days of Significance

Events and gatherings are a way for us to connect, whether virtually or in-person. They provide space and opportunity to learn and reflect together, to share, and to move together toward the goals of reconciliation. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

We have previous, current, and upcoming events featured here. We welcome and encourage you to share all Indigenous focused events with us. If you know of an event you would like us to share and highlight, please let us know by emailing indigenousrelations@uwaterloo.ca.

Upcoming Events and Workshops

Events

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Indspire Building Brighter Futures Scholarship Application Workshop for Indigenous Students

Join the Office of Indigenous Relations for a hands-on workshop supporting Indigenous students who are enrolled at the University of Waterloo in navigating the Indspire: Building Brighter Futures application. Participants will receive guided, step-by-step support from OIR staff, with an Indspire representative supporting virtually to share insights and answer questions.

Join us for an inspiring event  centered on Indigenous knowledge, storytelling, and climate activism, with special guest Isaac Murdoc. The event will open with a keynote address by  Isaac,  followed by a thoughtful conversation between  Isaac  and  University of Waterloo’s Elder  Myeengun Henry and Amanda St. Marie.