Events

The Indigenous Initiatives Office is pleased to have Ela Smith present this two-part workshop where campus community members will gain a deeper understanding of historic and current realities for First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) people in Ontario and Canada

Developed in collaboration with Indigenous Elders, Knowledge Keepers and educators, the KAIROS Blanket Exercise (KBE) is an interactive and experiential teaching tool that explores the historic and contemporary relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in the land we now know as Canada.

Presentation on Métis culture and history, including with the ethnogenesis of the Métis, "Who Are the Métis?", their unique and rich culture and language. Why did they disappear in history? Where are they today? 

Join the Waterloo Indigenous Student Centre, Department of History, and Department of Fine Arts for a hoop dance performance and workshop with Feryn King.

Feryn King is a hoop dancer from Akwesasne First Nation who recently toured throughout Europe with Cirque de Soleil. We are grateful that she will share her talents and this thrilling form of Indigenous dance with our Waterloo community, in this social-distanced space.

The Office of Indigenous Relations is pleased to have Ela Smith present Part 1 of this two-part workshop where campus community members will gain a deeper understanding of historic and current realities for First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) people in Ontario and Canada.

The Office of Indigenous Relations is pleased to have Ela Smith present Part 2 of this two-part online workshop where campus community members will gain a deeper understanding of historic and current realities for First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) people in Ontario and Canada. Prerequisite: You Don't Know What You Don't Know Part I (INI102)

Online presentation on Métis culture and history, including with the ethnogenesis of the Métis, "Who Are the Métis?", their unique and rich culture and language. Why did they disappear in history? Where are they today?

You Don't Know What You Don't KNow Pt. 1 Virtual Workshop with Ela Smith

You Don't Know What You Don't Know Pt.1 & 2

**You Don't Know What You Don't Know Part 1 is a prerequisite for part 2***

This is a two-part online workshop that journeys through First Nations, Inuit, and Metis relations with settlers.  As the title indicates, you don't know, what you don't know so everyone is welcome. You will be introduced to the concept of "Miskasowin" (wholistic self-evaluation) that will define content, context, and relationship promoting further action, accountability, and responsibilities as a treaty person in this land now known as Canada. For the safety and comfort of participants, this workshop will not be recorded. Webcams are expected to be left on during the workshop, to promote connectivity. 

To register, please visit: https://bit.ly/3HL9tpi (Click on Office of Indigenous Relations)

We need your voice and input in the creation of the new Faculty-Based Indigenous Peer Mentorship Program. With your help we will be able to create a Mentorship Program that will help ease the transition of Indigenous Students into Post-Secondary.

We will be hosting listening sessions to give you the opportunity to voice your ideas in what the program needs, how we should implement it, and what the best form of training is.

Indigenous Student Listening Session #1

When: Monday, January 15, 2024 | 12:30pm to 2:00 pm 

Where: Indigenous Relations Office, 4201 East Campus 5   

Pizza will be provided, please register here to confirm your attendance for this session.