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.
Programming
Bannock and Film
Learn more - Bannock and FilmBannock 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
Learn more - Sunrise CeremoniesWednesday, September 24 from 6:30 to 8 a.m.
285 Britannia Ave W, Oshawa, ON L1H 7K4, Windfields Farms
You're invited to attend the Sunrise Ceremony, honouring the Fall Equinox. A meaningful morning of ceremony, prayer and traditional teachings as we honour the Fall Equinox. This gathering offers space to deepen Indigenous awareness and reflect on our collective journey toward truth and reconciliation.
Silent No More: Virtual tour of residential school
Learn more - Silent No More: Virtual tour of residential school- Thursday, September 25 at 12:30 p.m.
- Virtual via zoom
Take part of a virtual tour of the Mohawk Institute Residential School. The virtual tour will guide you through the former Residential School, giving the history of the institution over its 140-year history. You'll get to see different rooms inside the school and hear interviews from five survivors. Space is limited—register in advance:
Treaties Recognition Week
Learn more - Treaties Recognition WeekVisiting Elder Program
Learn more - Visiting Elder ProgramThe 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.