Events

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.

The Indigenous Speakers Series is honoured to present Dr. Kim TallBear, professor, author, and Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Peoples, Technoscience, and Society. 

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.

The Office of Indigenous Relations (OIR), University of Waterloo School of Architecture in Cambridge and Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Centre (SOAHAC) will be collaborating for a community gathering and social to be hosted on the evening of February 12, 2026. The evening will include a connection to culture, song, dance, crafts, activities for kids and more! 

Join the Office of Indigenous Relations on Tuesday March 31, 2026, for an inspiring evening of Song and Stories with Canadian award-winning Inuk singer-songwriter, Susan Aglukark.

Susan is a celebrated Canadian artist and advocate who has spent over 25 years using her music to share Indigenous stories, history, and lived experiences. Her powerful narrative will take her audience from her roots in Nunavut to becoming a household name in Canada, weaving together the themes of empowerment, cultural identity, and self-respect.