Join us to commemorate National Day for Truth & Reconciliation by making an Orange Shirt Beaded Pin. All materials will be provided and everyone is welcome to attend.
Join us to celebrate Powley Day which marks the anniversary of the landmark Métis rights victory of the 2003 Supreme Court of Canada decision R. v. Powley.
On October 22, 1993, Steve Powley, a Métis hunter, and his son killed a bull moose outside Sault Ste Marie, Ontario. One week later, the Powleys were charged by Conservation Officers for hunting moose without a license and unlawful possession of moose contrary to Ontario's Game and Fish Act. On September 19, 2003, in a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court of Canada confirmed the constitutional protection for the harvesting rights of the Métis people. Section. 35 of the constitution is a substantive promise to the Métis, recognizing their distinct existence and protecting their Indigenous rights.
Join us in-person in the Agora or if you cannot attend in-person, join us virtually
To register to join on-line sign up at the link below
https://lakeheadu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_s4py0cGlT62LaLSgGh-i3g
You will receive a confirmation email once you have registered
GITIGAAN SUMMER GARDENING DAYS
10:00AM to 12:00PM
Sweat Lodge Site
Weather permitting (cancelled if it rains)
Join ISSC for a relaxing time in the garden!
Enjoy the summer season and the outdoors.
Tools, gloves and refreshments provided. Drop in anytime, stay as long as you like!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Everyone is welcome.
Join us in-person on the front steps of the Agora (rain location Agora) to raise the Survivors' Flag. The Survivors’ Flag is an expression of remembrance, meant to honour residential school Survivors and all the lives and communities impacted by the residential school system in Canada. Each element depicted on the flag was carefully selected by Survivors from across Canada, who were consulted in the flag’s creation.
Sweat Lodge Site
Weather permitting (cancelled if it rains)
Join ISSC for a relaxing time in the garden!
Enjoy the summer season and the outdoors.
Tools, gloves and refreshments provided. Drop in anytime, stay as long as you like!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Everyone is welcome.
Stop by the ISSC for lunch and to learn about everything the Indigenous Student Services Centre has to offer. All students, staff, and faculty are invited to attend!
Everyone is welcome to attend this annual event. Join members of the Lakehead University's Elders Council as they share traditional teachings and showcase various traditional activities. Local Indigenous artisans will also demonstrate different art forms. Participants can sample pickerel, moose, wild rice, blueberry jam and various teas. We will also harvest the medicines from Gitigaan. This event is an opportunity to learn about Indigenous culture through teachings shared by Indigenous community members while celebrating the change of season!
Looking for information about Lakehead University's Indigenous Student Services Centre? Unsure about services provided or how we can assist in making your transition to university seamless? Join us to meet staff who will share information and answer all of your questions.
Select the session that works for you and be sure to register today!
Session 4 - Tues, Sept 1, 2026 12 - 1pm (in-person)
Gakina Nindinawemaaganag - UC1007
Come visit the National Indigenous People Day Powwow on June 21, 2026 at Anemki Wajiw Powwow Grounds (Mount McKay).
Sunrise Ceremony with Elder John Gagnon - 5:30am
Opening Ceremonies - 12pm
Grand Entry - 1pm
Feast - 5pm
Parking is located at Fort William First Nation Arena with Bus Services to the Powwow grounds
GITIGAAN SUMMER GARDENING DAYS
EVERY FRIDAY DURING THE SUMMER (with the exception of July 3rd)
2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweat Lodge Site
Weather permitting (cancelled if it rains)
Join ISSC for a relaxing time in the garden!
Enjoy the summer season and the outdoors.
Tools, gloves and refreshments provided. Drop in anytime, stay as long as you like!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Everyone is welcome.
