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The Office of Indigenous Relations has released the University of Waterloo’s first Indigenous Momentum Report, marking the beginning of annual reporting tied to the Indigenous Strategic Plan.

This inaugural edition highlights key milestones led by OIR over the past year. In future years, the Momentum Report will expand to include updates from the Indigenous Action Plan, as well as stories and initiatives from Faculties, Academic Support Units, and partners across campus.

Water is not just a resource — it is sacred. It is our first medicine, as we are all born of water. It connects us to the land, to the ancestors, and to future generations. In Indigenous worldviews, water is a living relative that must be treated with reverence.

Incoming first-year students who complete the Indigenous citizenship/membership verification process are now eligible for the First Year Residence Guarantee Application, with the $500 deposit waived for those choosing to live on campus in September.

A special celebration took place in the Health Services building on Monday, February 10, 2025, to warmly welcome two new Indigenous staff members to Waterloo: Dr. Sarah Connors, Indigenous Naturopath and Brad LeBarron, Indigenous Student Wellness Navigator.

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The Office of Indigenous Relations and Campus Wellness warmly welcome Indigenous Naturopath Dr. Sarah Connors!

Congratulations to Amy Nahwegahbow, the 2024 recipient of the Ogimaa Indigenous Graduate Scholarship!

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Announcing the Annual Momentum Report 2024-2025

Step by Step, Wave by Wave: A water walker's story

New for 2025: Indigenous students can have $500 residence deposit waived

Campus community grows with new Indigenous staff

Welcome Indigenous Naturopath Dr. Sarah Connors

Congratulations to the Ogimaa Indigenous Graduate Scholarship recipient!