Virtual Drop-in Elder Session

with Elder Trish Monague 

Information Session!

The Ontario Legislative Internship Programme

Monday, November 29th, 2021

7:00 pm to 8:00 pm EST

via zoom

WHAT IS OLIP?

• A 10 month, nonpartisan paid internship offered to recent Canadian graduates
• Work directly with MPPs from both opposition & government parties
• Meet fascinating people, chair internal committees
• Present at the Canadian Political Science Association and much more!

Register in advance for this event at:

https://lakeheadu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0tfuCrqzksE9av1mxhuQsf5Rb05...

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the event.

@olipinterns

Winter Storytelling

with Richard Van Camp 

Tłı̨chǫ Dene from Fort Smith, NWT

Tuesday, February 8th, 2022

11:00 am to 1:00 pm 

Register in advance for this event:
https://lakeheadu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYlcu2vqzsiEtOntCmZu2hjzh7rm...

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the event.

Signed copies of Richard Van Camp's latest book available to 5 lucky attendees.

EVERYONE WELCOME!

Richard Van Camp is a proud Tlicho Dene from Fort Smith, NWT. He is the best selling author of 26 books in just about every genre. His novel, The Lesser Blessed, is now a feature film with First Generation Films and you can visit Richard on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, SoundCloud and at www.richardvancamp.com. His new book is "Gather: Richard Van Camp on Storytelling" with the University of Regina Press.

Beading Circle

Thurs. Nov. 25th, 2021 - 1 pm to 2 pm

Gakina Nindinawemaaganag UC1007

Join us to start a beading project.

All beading supplies will be provided!

Light refreshments

MANDATORY COVID-19 VACCINE PASSPORT and DAILY SCREENING

EVERYONE WELCOME! 

ININIW ACAKOSUK (the CREE STARS)

Elder Wilfred Buck, Opaskwayak Cree Nation

Tuesday, November 30th, 2021 | 12pm to 1 pm EST

via zoom

ININIW ACAKOSUK will focus on astronomy from an Indigenous perspective generally and Cree Astronomy specifically. ININIW constellations will be identified and the sacred “tellings” associated with these constellations will be shared.

Register in advance for this event:

https://lakeheadu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMudeyrrjwpG9YtLJt5vAecJnIT8jU5NXtV

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the event.

WILFRED BUCK OPASKWAYAK CREE NATION (OCN)

Wilfred has taught Math, Science, Indigenous Issues and Cultural Awareness to classes at the middle & high school levels as well as speaking at numerous universities.

Taught a 1^st year Astronomy class for the University of Brandon.

Wilfred is a Husband, Father, Educator, Astronomer, Author, Artisan, Sun Dance Chief, Knowledge Keeper, as well as a host of other interests.

Wilfred shares…”I have had the opportunity to meet and share with Indigenous People from all over the world and the thing that has made an impact in my thought processes is the understanding that ALL people have deep concepts of intellectual thought, capacity of intellectual discourse, unbounding common-sense and a shared belief/faith that ACAK (spirit) guides our interactions with everything”.

EVERYONE WELCOME

SELF-CARE WORKSHOP

Friday, December 5th, 2021 - 2 pm to 4 pm

Gakina Nindinawemaaganag UC1007

Join us for an interactive workshop!

• Wellness tips.
• Meditation.
• Stress Management.
• Goal setting.

Light refreshments provided!

Register with Sheryl at counsellor.issc@lakeheadu.ca

MANDATORY COVID-19 VACCINE PASSPORT and DAILY SCREENING

EVERYONE WELCOME  

Wednesday, November 24^th, 2021 – 2 pm to 4 pm

Gakina Nindinawemaaganag UC1007

Are you ready for a New Year? Let's create a new vision!

We will come together to write our dreams and goals with intention, and create a Vision Board that will help you focus and attract your ideal outcomes to you. We will discuss the meaning of vision board and you will learn tips and tricks for bringing it to life. We MUST let ourselves dream again and doing it together in a fun environment is key! 

Email Sheryl at counsellor.issc@lakeheadu.ca to register. 

Light snacks will be provided.

MANDATORY COVID-19 VACCINE PASSPORT and DAILY SCREENING

Indigenous Transfer Student Connection

Monday, November 15th, 2021 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm 

On Campus (Thunder Bay Campus UC1007) & On-line

Learn about all of the services available to you as a transfer student, meet Michael and the ISSC team who are here to ensure your transition needs are met.   Register in advance for this meeting:

https://lakeheadu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0vcu6rrDkqGtN2byuyTaexIsByVlCW3y7R

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

For questions, please contact Michael Mirabelli at transfer.ii@lakeheadu.ca

MANDATORY COVID-19 VACCINE PASSPORT and DAILY SCREENING REQUIRED

Elder In Residence – Elder Gerry Martin

Fridays  ~  1 pm to 2 pm

The Indigenous Student Services Centre is pleased to have Elder Gerry Martin available for individual or group discussions. To connect with Elder Martin through zoom please contact adm.issc@lakeheadu.ca and you will be forwarded the