In-Person
Dr. Debby Darnard & a Grieving Fire (In-person)
Teaching Lodge, Earth Sciences CourtyardWith Dr. Debby Darnard FNH will prepare a fire that will have a focus on grieving. Medicines will be provided. Register here Everything is free admission. If inclement weather, all sessions taking place outside will be moved indoors to the First Nations House 3rd Floor Lounge. Contact Indigenous Student Life [...]
UTM IC Presents: Podcast Club
The Tipi located in front of the MN Building at the University of Toronto Mississauga CampusTalking Circle on Culture and Tradition with Bonnie Jane Maracle
First Nations House LoungeTheme: Land Responsibility vs Land Ownership A look at Indigenous People's sense of responsibility as stewards of the land that are historical foundations for environmental preservation to be disrupted by the settler practice of ownership. Come and join, we have Traditional Teacher Bonnie Jane Maracle facilitate a talking circle [...]
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
Great Hall at Hart HouseMeaningful Global Action to End Gender-Based Violence On December 6, U of T joins communities across Canada in remembering the 14 women killed in a devastating act of misogyny at the engineering school at Montreal’s École Polytechnique in 1989. Register here: https://uoft.me/8A2 Please note: The in-person event will include [...]
Come Celebrate Our Learning! LIN192 – Sustaining Indigenous Languages
Centre for Indigenous Studies: North Borden Building (Room 229)Our "LIN192 - Sustaining Indigenous Languages" class invite you to help celebrate our learning this semester by joining us for culminating project poster presentations. The posters presentations will begin at 3:15 on Tuesday, Dec. 6/22 and conclude at 4:30pm at North Borden Building Room 229 and the Turtle Lounge at [...]
Digital Indigenous Beading Circle Special Guest: Andrea Johns
First Nations House Event SpaceDigital Indigenous Beading Circle (DIBC) Special Guest: Andrea Johns presenting Indigenous Entrepreneurship: One Kanien'kehá:ka (Mohawk) Artist's Navigation of Creating, Promoting and Supporting Indigenous Art DIBC is very pleased to announce Kanien'kehá:ka (Mohawk) artist, Andrea Johns, will be our special guest to share with us about her experiences as an [...]
Beaded Earring Workshop
Room 229 - North Borden BuildingA two day beaded earring workshop led by Anishinaabe Artist Ocean Kiana. No experience required. ONLY FOR U OF T STUDENTS. Preference given to those registered with Indigenous Studies. Attendance is required for both days. This is one workshop held over the course of two half days. Ocean Kiana [...]
Drop-in Pow Wow Dance
Goldring Centre for High Performance and SportJoin John (Waaseyaabin) Hupfield and Deanne Hupfield along with special guest instructors in a welcoming space to learn and practice pow wow dance. This weekly class is open to all levels and has the goal of nurturing dancers, whether this is your first or hundredth time dancing. This is a [...]
Canceled Talking Circle Introduction to New Year – A Ceremonial Welcoming at the Winter Solstice
First Nations House LoungeTheme: Introduction to New Year - A Ceremonial Welcoming at the Winter Solstice Traditional Teacher Bonnie Jane Maracle will facilitate a talking circle around a new theme each week. U of T students register on CLNx: https://uoft.me/8FT Food will be provided and medicines are available on site. For any [...]
University Land Grabs: Indigenous Dispossession and the University of Toronto
University CollegeA Discussion About University Land Grabs Join us to hear Dr. Caitlin Harvey, Early Career Research Fellow from Fitzwilliam College, University of Cambridge, discuss the impact of Indigenous land dispossession specific to the University of Toronto. Whether leased or sold, Indigenous land provided the endowment capital for new universities [...]
Drop-in Pow Wow Dance
Goldring Centre for High Performance and SportJoin John (Waaseyaabin) Hupfield and Deanne Hupfield along with special guest instructors in a welcoming space to learn and practice pow wow dance. This weekly class is open to all levels and has the goal of nurturing dancers, whether this is your first or hundredth time dancing. This is a [...]
Lunch & Learn: Dr. Verne Ross
North Borden Building: 1st Floor Events Room"The Story of a Saulteaux Two Spirit Social Worker and Teacher" Please join us for our first Lunch & Learn with with Centre for Indigenous Studies Assistant Professor Dr. Verne Ross!
First Nations House Presents: Bead Art Painting
First Nations House LoungeMetis Dot Art Paint Event Learn how to create Dot Art inspired By Métis Beadwork with the talented artist and facilitator Marissa Magneson. All supplies will be provided and you just need to bring yourself and a willingness to be creative! Limited spacing available so please register to secure [...]
First Nations House Indigenous Student Services Resource Centre Used Book Giveaway
First Nations House LoungeFirst Nations House Indigenous Student Services Resource Centre Used Book Giveaway! We have many used books by Indigenous Authors! Giveaway books cover many Indigenous subjects/topics: Art History Culture Fiction Biography Governance Poetry Humour Politics Legends Friday, January, 20, 2023 - Priority given to U of T Students, Staff and [...]
Rez Dog Therapy
3rd floor of First Nations HouseJoin us for dog therapy at First Nations House 3rd floor lounge in partnership with Sunshine Therapy Dogs. Come pet, play, treat and enjoy the wonderful aura and company of dogs! This event is open to ALL University of Toronto students, staff, and faculty with a focus on Indigenous [...]
Drop-in Pow Wow Dance
Goldring Centre for High Performance and SportJoin John (Waaseyaabin) Hupfield and Deanne Hupfield along with special guest instructors in a welcoming space to learn and practice pow wow dance. This weekly class is open to all levels and has the goal of nurturing dancers, whether this is your first or hundredth time dancing. This is a [...]
Voicing Identity with Professor John Borrows
Jackman Law BuildingThe Indigenous Initiatives Office at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law is pleased to announce the first Speaker Series for 2023! Please join us in welcoming Professor John Borrows, as he delivers a public lecture on Voicing Identity: Cultural Appropriation and Indigenous Issues. Professor Borrows will introduce his [...]
Snowshoeing & Anishnaabemowin Storytelling at Hart House Farms with Albert Owl
Hart House FarmSnowshoeing & Anishnaabemowin Storytelling at Hart House Farms with Albert Owl This event is open to ALL University of Toronto students, with a focus on Indigenous students (First Nations, Mètis & Inuit). Join a trip to Hart House Farms for snowshoeing and Anishnaabemowin storytelling with Albert Owl in partnership [...]
First Nations House Indigenous Student Services Resource Centre Used Book Giveaway
First Nations House LoungeFirst Nations House Indigenous Student Services Resource Centre Used Book Giveaway! We have many used books by Indigenous Authors! Giveaway books cover many Indigenous subjects/topics: Art History Culture Fiction Biography Governance Poetry Humour Politics Legends Friday, January 27, 2023 - Everyone welcome: https://uoft.me/8FW If you have any inquiries, please [...]
Drop-in Pow Wow Dance
Goldring Centre for High Performance and SportJoin John (Waaseyaabin) Hupfield and Deanne Hupfield along with special guest instructors in a welcoming space to learn and practice pow wow dance. This weekly class is open to all levels and has the goal of nurturing dancers, whether this is your first or hundredth time dancing. This is a [...]