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Indigenous Education and Cultural Services Events and Programming

Indigenous Education and Cultural Services hosts regular events, including ceremonies, cultural workshops and guest speakers. In addition to these events, we also host workshops and provide class presentations that introduce attendees to the history of Indigenous peoples in Canada, such as residential schools, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and how these continue to impact Indigenous peoples today.

One-on-one support is available for students who wish to learn more about Indigenous cultures from the Indigenous Cultural Advisor, as well as student mental health counselling from an Indigenous cultural approach. 

2026 Programming

An Evening of Indigenous Storytelling with Jim Adams

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An Evening of Indigenous Storytelling with Jim Adams

In honour of National Indigenous History Month and Indigenous Peoples Day, Ontario Tech University is hosting Indigenous storyteller Jim Adams for an evening of cultural storytelling.

This public community event is open to everyone.

  • When: Tuesday, June 16 from 6 to 8 p.m.
  • Where: Dixon/Alger Fireside Reading Room, North Oshawa Campus Library

Jim Adams

Programming

Bannock and Film

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Bannock and Books

Bannock and Books is an Indigenous educational series designed to bring hearts and minds together as we explore various topics pertaining to Indigenous culture, ways of knowing and experiences. 

Check back soon for our featured book and workshop dates!

 

Sunrise Ceremonies

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A meaningful morning of ceremony, prayer and traditional teachings. This gathering offers space to deepen Indigenous awareness and reflect on our collective journey toward truth and reconciliation.

Registration is now closed. Check back soon for the next sunrise ceremony. 

Treaties Recognition Week

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Visiting Elder Program

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The Visiting Elder program provides the opportunity to learn from an Indigenous Elder. Elders are important members of First Nation, Métis, and Inuit communities, and are recognized for their knowledge, experience, wisdom, harmony and balance. 

Check back for more information regarding the next Visiting Elder.