The Indigenous Student Services Centre is honoured to welcome Elder Beatrice Twance-Hynes, who is available to meet with students, staff, and faculty for individual or small group teachings.

Elder Beatrice is a member of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nation. A traditional women’s dancer who crafts her own regalia, she also carries the grandmother pipe and serves as a sacred circle facilitator, songwriter, singer, and drummer. She generously shares teachings on Hand Drumming, the Medicine Wheel, Sacred Medicines, and the Seven Grandfather Teachings.  

You are invited to visit Elder Beatrice in the Elders Room, located in the Gakina Nindinawemaaganag Lounge (UC1007).

Tuesday, February 24th - 12 pm to 4 pm

Wednesday, February 25th - 12 pm to 4 pm

Lakehead University's Office of Indigenous Initiatives invites you to visit us for our Indigenous Craft Market on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. during Research and Innovation Week on the Orillia campus. We hope you can join us for this great opportunity in supporting Indigenous-made craft, artwork and wares from Indigenous craft vendors and artists.

Indigenous Students Association – 36th Annual Powwow 

Join us for a powerful weekend of culture, community, and celebration at Lakehead University! All are welcome to come together in a good way. 

Location: Lakehead University Hangar
Dates: March 13–15

Master of Ceremonies: Todd Genno – Bligtigong Nishnaabeg
Arena Director: Dustin Gagne – Bligtigong Nishnaabeg
Spiritual Advisor: Carmela Moses – Bligtigong Nishnaabeg
Host Drum: Walking Bear – Ginoogaming First Nation

Head Dancers
• Women’s Head Dancer: Nevaeh Morriseau – Animiki Wajiw Nishnaabeg
• Men’s Head Dancer: Adam Hubbard – Whitesand First Nation

Powwow Schedule
Friday
• Warm-Ups – 6:00 PM

Saturday
• Grand Entry – 12:00 PM
• Traditional Feast – 5:00 PM
• Grand Entry – 6:00 PM

Sunday
• Grand Entry – 12:00 PM

Come celebrate, dance, feast, and connect with community. We look forward to welcoming you! 

Indigenous Students Association – 36th Annual Powwow 

Join us for a powerful weekend of culture, community, and celebration at Lakehead University! All are welcome to come together in a good way. 

Location: Lakehead University Hangar
Dates: March 13–15

Master of Ceremonies: Todd Genno – Bligtigong Nishnaabeg
Arena Director: Dustin Gagne – Bligtigong Nishnaabeg
Spiritual Advisor: Carmela Moses – Bligtigong Nishnaabeg
Host Drum: Walking Bear – Ginoogaming First Nation

Head Dancers
• Women’s Head Dancer: Nevaeh Morriseau – Animiki Wajiw Nishnaabeg
• Men’s Head Dancer: Adam Hubbard – Whitesand First Nation

Powwow Schedule
Friday
• Warm-Ups – 6:00 PM

Saturday
• Grand Entry – 12:00 PM
• Traditional Feast – 5:00 PM
• Grand Entry – 6:00 PM

Sunday
• Grand Entry – 12:00 PM

Come celebrate, dance, feast, and connect with community. We look forward to welcoming you! 

Pipe Teachings & Ceremony with Elder Gene Nowegejick

11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. - Teachings

12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. - Ceremony

Gakina Nindinawemaaganag - UC1007A

Elder Gene Nowegejick will share traditional teachings on the sacred pipe followed by a pipe ceremony.

Métis Cultural Celebration

Thursday, February 12, 2026 - 11:30 am to 1:30 pm 

The Study Side Room

Come celebrate Métis culture with us! 

Meet your Métis liaisons and experience Métis culture through jigging, crafting, lunch, and community building. 

Open to all - come learn, celebrate, and connect. 

The Indigenous Student Services Centre is honoured to welcome Elder Beatrice Twance-Hynes, who is available to meet with students, staff, and faculty for individual or small group teachings.

Elder Beatrice is a member of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nation. A traditional women’s dancer who crafts her own regalia, she also carries the grandmother pipe and serves as a sacred circle facilitator, songwriter, singer, and drummer. She generously shares teachings on Hand Drumming, the Medicine Wheel, Sacred Medicines, and the Seven Grandfather Teachings.  

You are invited to visit Elder Beatrice in the Elders Room, located in the Gakina Nindinawemaaganag Lounge (UC1007).

Tuesday, March 10th - 12 pm to 4 pm

Wednesday, March 11th - 12 pm to 4 pm

Tuesday, March 24th - 12 pm to 4 pm

Wednesday, March 25th - 12 pm to 4 pm

The Indigenous Student Services Centre is honoured to welcome Elder Beatrice Twance-Hynes, who is available to meet with students, staff, and faculty for individual or small group teachings.

Elder Beatrice is a member of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nation. A traditional women’s dancer who crafts her own regalia, she also carries the grandmother pipe and serves as a sacred circle facilitator, songwriter, singer, and drummer. She generously shares teachings on Hand Drumming, the Medicine Wheel, Sacred Medicines, and the Seven Grandfather Teachings.  

You are invited to visit Elder Beatrice in the Elders Room, located in the Gakina Nindinawemaaganag Lounge (UC1007).

Wednesday, March 25th - 12 pm to 4 pm

The Indigenous Student Services Centre is honoured to welcome Elder Beatrice Twance-Hynes, who is available to meet with students, staff, and faculty for individual or small group teachings.

Elder Beatrice is a member of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nation. A traditional women’s dancer who crafts her own regalia, she also carries the grandmother pipe and serves as a sacred circle facilitator, songwriter, singer, and drummer. She generously shares teachings on Hand Drumming, the Medicine Wheel, Sacred Medicines, and the Seven Grandfather Teachings.  

You are invited to visit Elder Beatrice in the Elders Room, located in the Gakina Nindinawemaaganag Lounge (UC1007).

Tuesday, March 24th - 12 pm to 4 pm

Wednesday, March 25th - 12 pm to 4 pm

The Indigenous Student Services Centre is honoured to welcome Elder Beatrice Twance-Hynes, who is available to meet with students, staff, and faculty for individual or small group teachings.

Elder Beatrice is a member of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nation. A traditional women’s dancer who crafts her own regalia, she also carries the grandmother pipe and serves as a sacred circle facilitator, songwriter, singer, and drummer. She generously shares teachings on Hand Drumming, the Medicine Wheel, Sacred Medicines, and the Seven Grandfather Teachings.  

You are invited to visit Elder Beatrice in the Elders Room, located in the Gakina Nindinawemaaganag Lounge (UC1007).

Wednesday, February 25th - 12 pm to 4 pm