All students, applicants and community members interested in learning more about Lakehead University are welcome to virtually drop into the Online Indigenous Resource Centre Tuesday, March 31st, between 1 pm - 4 pm. 

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To schedule a one-on-one meeting, contact Allysha Wassegijig at ai.orillia@lakeheadu.ca or 705-305-6503

All students are invited to drop into the new ONLINE Indigenous Resource Centre, with the Aboriginal Initiatives team.

Mino-Bimaadizi / Skén:nen

Find new daily content on our social media pages for daily tips and resources for maintaining well-being as an Indigenous student studying online.

facebook.com/LUORAI

twitter.com/luor_ai

instagram.com/luor_ai

Online drop-in and Visit

Tune in to an online hangout with fellow students and special guests via videoconference on Zoom. Click the date for the link. 

Friday, March 27th: 1pm - 4pm

Tuesday, March 31st: 1pm - 4pm 

Thursday, April 2nd: 1pm - 4pm 

Friday, April 10th: 1pm - 4pm 

Tuesday, April 14th: 1pm - 4pm 

Thursday, April 16th: 1pm - 4pm 

To set up a One-on-One with the Coordinator, contact Allysha Wassegijig at ai.orillia@lakeheadu.ca or 705-305-6503

CANCELLED: LUNSA 32^nd Annual Powwow

The Lakehead University Native Student Association (LUNSA) will be hosting the 32^nd Annual Powwow at the C.J. Sanders Field house, March 13-15, 2020.  All students, staff, faculty and the greater off-campus community are invited to attend this free event featuring English River Singers, as the host drum.

This community event will gather people together in celebration of Aboriginal culture and dance.  Warm-ups will be held on Friday, March 13^th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Grand Entry is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 14^th with a Traditional Feast being served at 4:30 p.m. and the powwow will wrap up at 8:30 p.m. for the day.  Grand Entry is set for 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 15^th with the powwow ending at 5:00 p.m.

LUNSA is a volunteer LUSU club.  Its goals are to promote the spirit of unity among Aboriginal students at Lakehead University through social, cultural, and recreational events in addition to promoting cultural awareness between club members and the greater Lakehead University student population.  The annual powwow is LUNSA’s signature event that showcases tremendous talent and entertainment, while reinforcing traditional aspects of Aboriginal culture such as drumming, dancing, singing, and giving thanks. Attendees can purchase traditional Aboriginal merchandise from on-site vendors.

Everyone is welcome to attend!

Master of Ceremonies: Todd Genno, Biigtigong Nishnaabeg
Arena Director: Nathan Moses, Biigtigong Nishnaabeg
Spiritual Advisor: Gilbert Smith, Northwest Bay First Nation
Host Drum: English River Singers, Lac des Mille Lacs First Nation

Agenda

Friday March 13th:
Warm-ups 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Saturday March 14th:
Grand Entry 12:00pm and 6:30pm
Traditional Feast 4:30pm

Sunday March 15th:
Grand Entry at 12:00pm and Closing Ceremonies completed by 5:00pm

For more information, please contact LUNSA at lunsa@lakeheadu.ca

LUNSA 32^nd Annual Powwow

The Lakehead University Native Student Association (LUNSA) will be hosting the 32^nd Annual Powwow at the C.J. Sanders Field house, March 13-15, 2020.  All students, staff, faculty and the greater off-campus community are invited to attend this free event featuring English River Singers, as the host drum.

This community event will gather people together in celebration of Aboriginal culture and dance.  Warm-ups will be held on Friday, March 13^th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Grand Entry is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 14^th with a Traditional Feast being served at 4:30 p.m. and the powwow will wrap up at 8:30 p.m. for the day.  Grand Entry is set for 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 15^th with the powwow ending at 5:00 p.m.

LUNSA is a volunteer LUSU club.  Its goals are to promote the spirit of unity among Aboriginal students at Lakehead University through social, cultural, and recreational events in addition to promoting cultural awareness between club members and the greater Lakehead University student population.  The annual powwow is LUNSA’s signature event that showcases tremendous talent and entertainment, while reinforcing traditional aspects of Aboriginal culture such as drumming, dancing, singing, and giving thanks. Attendees can purchase traditional Aboriginal merchandise from on-site vendors.

Everyone is welcome to attend!

Master of Ceremonies: Todd Genno, Biigtigong Nishnaabeg
Arena Director: Nathan Moses, Biigtigong Nishnaabeg
Spiritual Advisor: Gilbert Smith, Northwest Bay First Nation
Host Drum: English River Singers, Lac des Mille Lacs First Nation

Agenda

Friday March 13th:
Warm-ups 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Saturday March 14th:
Grand Entry 12:00pm and 6:30pm
Traditional Feast 4:30pm

Sunday March 15th:
Grand Entry at 12:00pm and Closing Ceremonies completed by 5:00pm

For more information, please contact LUNSA at lunsa@lakeheadu.ca

CANCELLED: LUNSA 32^nd Annual Powwow

The Lakehead University Native Student Association (LUNSA) will be hosting the 32^nd Annual Powwow at the C.J. Sanders Field house, March 13-15, 2020.  All students, staff, faculty and the greater off-campus community are invited to attend this free event featuring English River Singers, as the host drum.

This community event will gather people together in celebration of Aboriginal culture and dance.  Warm-ups will be held on Friday, March 13^th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Grand Entry is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 14^th with a Traditional Feast being served at 4:30 p.m. and the powwow will wrap up at 8:30 p.m. for the day.  Grand Entry is set for 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 15^th with the powwow ending at 5:00 p.m.

LUNSA is a volunteer LUSU club.  Its goals are to promote the spirit of unity among Aboriginal students at Lakehead University through social, cultural, and recreational events in addition to promoting cultural awareness between club members and the greater Lakehead University student population.  The annual powwow is LUNSA’s signature event that showcases tremendous talent and entertainment, while reinforcing traditional aspects of Aboriginal culture such as drumming, dancing, singing, and giving thanks. Attendees can purchase traditional Aboriginal merchandise from on-site vendors.

Everyone is welcome to attend!

Master of Ceremonies: Todd Genno, Biigtigong Nishnaabeg
Arena Director: Nathan Moses, Biigtigong Nishnaabeg
Spiritual Advisor: Gilbert Smith, Northwest Bay First Nation
Host Drum: English River Singers, Lac des Mille Lacs First Nation

Agenda

Friday March 13th:

Warm-ups 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Saturday March 14th:
Grand Entry 12:00pm and 6:30pm
Traditional Feast 4:30pm

Sunday March 15th:
Grand Entry at 12:00pm and Closing Ceremonies completed by 5:00pm

For more information, please contact LUNSA at lunsa@lakeheadu.ca

Everyone is welcome to come to the cafeteria for a celebration of Indigenous culture, drumming, dancing, singing, art and food. 

Order fresh, affordable produce through the Good Food Box program every month by the 7th. 

*Order by Friday March 6th this month*

Email us at ai.orillia@lakeheadu.ca or visit the office to sign up.

$15 large bag

$10 small bag

*Cost subsidies are available*

Pick up on March 17

Have a Heart Day involves advocating for First Nations children to have the services they need to grow up safely, get a good education, and to be healthy and proud. 

Visit our table to find valuable resources and to make a "valentine's day" card to send to government officials! 

Have a Heart Day involves advocating for First Nations children to have the services they need to grow up safely, get a good education, and to be healthy and proud. 

Visit our table to view valuable resources and to make a "Valentine's Day" card to send to government officials. 

Students, staff and faculty are welcome to drop in at the tipi behind Simcoe Hall to enjoy a warm drink around the fire. Feel free to bring your lunch and favourite mug.