All Indigenous University of Waterloo employees (staff and faculty) are invited to join us at our bi-weekly hand-drumming circle from June to August 2025.
All Indigenous University of Waterloo employees (staff and faculty) are invited to join us at our bi-weekly hand-drumming circle from June to August 2025.
September 27, 2025 marks the 22nd anniversary of the Gidinawendamin/Ska’nikú•lát annual Pow Wow.
Join us as we celebrate Indigenous culture and tradition through song, dance, arts, and cuisine. Gidinawendamin/Ska’nikú•lát Pow Wow is intended to be a safe, welcoming, and vibrant opportunity for Indigenous and non-Indigenous folks from the UWaterloo community and beyond to gather in celebration.
September 30th marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
We invite and encourage all members of the University community to attend and observe all of the ceremonies throughout the day as their schedule allows.
All University of Waterloo employees (staff and faculty) and students are invited to join us for Honouring the Lives of
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two Spirit People bridge installation opening and closing ceremony.
The Indigenous Speakers Series hosted by the Faculty of Arts is pleased and honoured to present Mary Spencer, world champion boxer, Olympian, and Indigenous athlete, as the first speaker in our 2025–26 series.
Join us in celebrating Jean Becker, Associate Vice-President, Indigenous Relations, for her outstanding leadership and lasting impact at the University of Waterloo. Since 2020, Jean has guided key initiatives including the Indigenous Strategic Plan and the creation of the Office of Indigenous Relations.
Come share your stories, gratitude, and warm wishes as we honour her contributions to truth and reconciliation. Tea and sweet treats will be provided. Registration is encouraged but not required.