100 Years of Loss The Residential School System in Canada Mobile Exhibition

Event Date: 
Tuesday, April 10, 2018 - 12:00pm EDT to Thursday, April 12, 2018 - 3:30am EDT
Event Location: 
Agora
Event Fee: 
FREE
Event Contact Name: 
Ashley Dokuchie
Event Contact Phone: 
807-766-7219
Event Contact E-mail: 

 

The Office of Aboriginal Initiatives at Lakehead University and Conseil scolaire de district catholique des Aurores boréales are pleased to be hosting the 100 Years of Loss The Residential School System in Canada Mobile Exhibition at Lakehead University in the Agora from April 10-12, 2018. We would like to extend an invitation to join us at the Opening Ceremony on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. in the Agora. We have attached a poster with details of all events for April 10-12, 2018. 

Tuesday, April 10th

Opening Ceremony, 12:00pm, Agora

Public Viewing, 1:00pm - 5:00pm, Agora

Student Panel - Learning from the Experiences of Indigenous Students, 1:00 - 2:00pm, UC 1017

Special Invite Exhibit, Keynote Speaker - Bob Baxter, Marten Falls First Nation, 6:00pm - 9:00pm, Agora

Wednesday, April 11th

Public Viewing, 9:00am - 9:00 pm, Agora

Ojibwe 101 Joanne Mendowegan, 2:30 - 3:30pm, UC 0050 - Open to the Public

Cree 101 Susan Sandau, 5:30 - 6:30 pm, UC 0050 - Open to the Public

Thursday, April 12th

Public Viewing, 9:00am - 3:30 pm, Agora

Closing Ceremony, 3:30 - 4:30 pm, Agora

The 100 Years of Loss mobile exhibition explores the history of the Residential School System and traces its legacy to the present. 100 Years of Loss uses archival and contemporary photographs, works of art, primary documents, and recent research to reveal the histories of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis children who were forcibly removed from their families and institutionalized in residential schools. The distinct features of 100 Years of Loss are the depth of the historical perspective and the breadth of the information presented. The story begins in the early days of European expansion into North America, and continues up to and including the decades of advocacy and healing efforts by Aboriginal peoples, the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement, the 2008 federal apology to Survivors and their families, and the establishment of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission in 2009. One of the greatest strengths of this exhibition is its focus on the legacy of the IRS System, and in particular, its enduring impacts on Survivors and their descendants, on communities, and on Canada as a nation. The exhibition clearly shows the direct links between the Residential School System and the contemporary social crises afflicting Aboriginal communities across the country. 

Please feel free to share this invitation with fellow colleagues or other interested parties. Everyone is welcome to attend. 

100 Years of Loss The Residential School System of Canada Mobile Exhibition at Lakehead University - April 10-12, 2018

 

30th Annual LUNSA Powwow

Event Date: 
Sunday, March 11, 2018 - 12:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
Lakehead University Field House
Event Fee: 
Free
Event Contact Name: 
LUNSA
Event Contact Phone: 
807-346-7713
Event Contact E-mail: 

 The Lakehead University Native Student Association (LUNSA) is excited to be hosting their 30th Annual Powwow at the C.J. Sanders Field house, March 9-11, 2018. LUNSA is honoured to have Whitefish Bay Singers as the Host Drum. All students, staff, faculty and the greater off-campus community are invited to attend this free event.

This community event will gather people together in celebration of Aboriginal culture and dance.  Warm-ups will be held on Friday, March 9th from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Grand Entry is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 10th with a Traditional Feast being served at 5:00 p.m. and the powwow will wrap up at 10:00 p.m. for the day.  Grand Entry is set for 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 11th 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: Ron Kanutski, Lake Helen First Nation
Arena Director: Todd Genno, Biigtigong Nishnaabeg
Spiritual Advisor: Gilbert Smith, Northwest Bay
Host Drum: Whitefish Bay Singers, Whitefish Bay

Co-Host Drum: Song Warrior, Zhingwaako Zaaga’igan

 

Agenda

Friday March 9th:
Warm-ups 6:00pm

Saturday March 10th:
Grand Entry 12:00pm and 6:30pm
Traditional Feast 5pm

Sunday March 11th:
Grand Entry at 12:00pm and Closing Ceremonies completed by 5:00pm

For more information, please contact LUNSA at lunsa@lakeheadu.ca or call (807) 346-7713.

31st Annual Powwow

Event Date: 
Sunday, March 10, 2019 - 12:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
C. J. Sanders Field House
Event Fee: 
free
Event Contact Name: 
Shai Loyie, LUNSA President
Event Contact E-mail: 

LUNSA 31st Annual Powwow

The Lakehead University Native Student Association (LUNSA) is excited to be hosting their 31st Annual Powwow at the C.J. Sanders Field house, March 8-10, 2019.  The theme of this year’s powwow is Celebrating Community and all students, staff, faculty and the greater off-campus community are invited to attend this free event featuring Battle Nation, 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 8th from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Grand Entry is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 9th with a Traditional Feast being served at 5:00 p.m. and the powwow will wrap up at 10:00 p.m. for the day.  Grand Entry is set for 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 10th 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: Jim Mishquart, Rocky Bay First Nation
Arena Director: Ryan Gustafson, Whitesand First Nation
Spiritual Advisor: Gilbert Smith, Northwest Bay First Nation
Host Drum: Battle Nation, Thunder Bay, Ontario

Agenda

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

Saturday March 9th:
Grand Entry 12:00pm and 6:30pm
Traditional Feast 5pm

Sunday March 10th:
Grand Entry at 12:00pm and Closing Ceremonies completed by 5:00pm

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

A Conversation on the Intergenerational Effects of the Residential School System and Reconciliation

Event Date: 
Monday, November 9, 2015 - 5:00pm to 7:30pm EST
Event Location: 
Faculty Lounge - UC-1029G
Event Fee: 
FREE
Event Contact Name: 
Sheila Pelletier-Demerah
Event Contact Phone: 
807-343-8085
Event Contact E-mail: 

The Office of Aboriginal Initiatives is pleased to host an evening of conversation on Monday, November 9, 2015 in the Faculty Lounge from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The topic of conversation will focus on the Intergenerational Effects of Residential Schooling followed by a discussion on Reconciliation.  This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about the impacts of the Residential School era on succeeding generations and to learn about how reconciling these truths can help to create a more just, respectful and inclusive Canada. We are pleased to have Ry Moran, Director of the National Centre on Truth & Reconciliation join us, along with a panel of Lakehead University students and a local Elder who will speak as intergenerational survivors.

Dinner will be provided and registration is required. Seating is limited to the first 60 individuals who register. To RSVP to this event, please email acss@lakeheadu.ca or call (807) 343-8085.  

Everyone is welcome to attend!

A Conversation with Deputy Chief Goyce Kakegamic

Event Date: 
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 - 1:00pm EST
Event Location: 
The Study (back room)
Event Contact Name: 
Helen Pelletier
Event Contact Phone: 
807-343-8814
Event Contact E-mail: 

 

As part of Aboriginal Awareness Week; Aboriginal Awareness Centre, Lakehead University Student Union and Aboriginal Initiatives invites you to a conversation with Nishnawbe-Aski Nation Deputy Grand Chief Goyce Kakegamic. Wednesday, March 4th, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm in The Study (back room).

Goyce Kakegamic was born in Keewaywin First Nation, and raised on the land in a traditional lifestyle by his extended family. Goyce attended Lakehead University, and received his Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education degrees.

Goyce's professional career encompasses three distinct paths: art, education and politics.

In the spring of 2007, Lakehead Unviersity granted an Honourary Doctorate Degree to Goyce for his lifetime work for his art and his efforts to improve the lives of First Nation people.

 

Aboriginal Awareness Week ~ Beaded Hearts

Event Date: 
Monday, March 4, 2019 - 1:30pm EST
Event Location: 
LUSU Aboriginal Awareness Centre - SC0019
Event Fee: 
free
Event Contact Name: 
Annemarie Demerah
Event Contact Phone: 
343-8814
Event Contact E-mail: 

Beaded Hearts: Walking with Our Sisters Bead-In

Monday, March 4th, 2019 - 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm 

Aboriginal Awareness Centre - SC0019

Synopsis

The workshop is an interactive workshop where participants will learn how to bead edging and/or applique style on red hearts. 

Walking With Our Sisters is a 7-year travelling commemorative art installation that honours the live and families of Indigenous women who are missing or who have been murdered. Approximately 2000+ moccasins vamps have been made by caring people across Canada and the US to honour the lives of Indigenous women and to create a space for their families to grieve while the community supports and loves them. This commemoration is founded in traditional indigenous principles and knowing. 

 

 

Aboriginal Awareness Week ~ Beaded Hearts

Event Date: 
Wednesday, March 6, 2019 - 9:30am EST
Event Location: 
LUSU Aboriginal Awareness Centre - SC0019
Event Contact Name: 
Annemarie Demerah
Event Contact Phone: 
343-9914
Event Contact E-mail: 

Beaded Hearts: Walking with Our Sisters Bead-In

Wednesday, March 6th, 2019 - 9:30 am to 10:30 pm

Aboriginal Awareness Centre - SC0019

Synopsis

The workshop is an interactive workshop where participants will learn how to bead edging and/or applique style on red hearts. 

Walking With Our Sisters is a 7-year travelling commemorative art installation that honours the live and families of Indigenous women who are missing or who have been murdered. Approximately 2000+ moccasins vamps have been made by caring people across Canada and the US to honour the lives of Indigenous women and to create a space for their families to grieve while the community supports and loves them. This commemoration is founded in traditional indigenous principles and knowing. 

Aboriginal Awareness Week ~ Decolonized Mindfulness Colouring Session

Event Date: 
Tuesday, March 5, 2019 - 9:30am EST
Event Location: 
LUSU Aboriginal Awareness Centre - SC0019
Event Contact Name: 
Annemarie Demerah
Event Contact Phone: 
343-8814
Event Contact E-mail: 

Decolonized Mindfulness: Colouring Session

Tuesday, March 5th, 2019 - 9:30 am to 10:30 am

Aboriginal Awareness Centre - SC0019

Colouring isn’t just an activity reserved for children. In fact, it’s a wonderful, stress-relieving activity that everyone can also enjoy too! A form of meditation that practices mindfulness, a way of paying non-judgmental attention to our present moment.

The repetitiveness and focus on just colouring in between the lines within sight actually helps to easily calm the mind and shut out distractions or fluctuations in the mind. And the best part is - you don’t have to be an artist or a professional doodler to benefit from such a practice! This meditation is not about competence or even the end result. It’s a pure, fun and interactive way to find some inner quiet while also exploring your creative side. 

With music playing in the background, enjoy the company of others with the same intention to meditate through colouring. 

 

Aboriginal Awareness Week ~ Film Screening - Indian Horse

Event Date: 
Monday, March 4, 2019 - 6:30pm EST
Event Location: 
UC1017
Event Fee: 
free
Event Contact Name: 
Annemarie Demerah
Event Contact Phone: 
343-8814
Event Contact E-mail: 

Film Screening: Indian Horse

Monday, March 4th, 2019 - 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm

UC1017

About: Based on the award-winning novel by Richard Wagamese that has sold over 65,000 educational copies in Canada alone, Indian Horse the movie will be theatrically released by Elevation Pictures in 2018.

Plot Outline: Indian Horse is a survivor’s tale that foregrounds the resilience of the Indigenous Peoples of North America in the face of aggressive assimilation policies and racism.
 
Starring: Sladen Peltier, Forrest Goodluck, Ajuawak Kapashesit, Michiel Huisman, Martin Donovan, Michael Murphy, Edna Manitowabi, Melanie McLaren, Johnny Issaluk, Skye Pelletier, Evan Adams, Lisa Cromarty, Michael Lawrenchuk, Will Strongheart
 
Directed By: Stephen S. Campanelli
Written By: Richard Wagamese
Screenplay By: Dennis Foon Based on the novel by - Richard Wagamese
Produced By: Screen Siren Pictures Inc, Terminal City Pictures, Devonshire Productions Exec. Producers: Richard Wagamese, Roger Frappier, Clint Eastwood,

https://www.indianhorse.ca/

Aboriginal Awareness Week ~ Free Bannock and Chilli

Event Date: 
Friday, March 8, 2019 - 12:30pm EST
Event Location: 
Aboriginal Awareness Centre - SC0019
Event Contact Name: 
Annemarie Demerah
Event Contact Phone: 
343-8814
Event Contact E-mail: 

Free Bannock & Chilli

Friday, March 8th, 2019 - 1230 pm to 1:30 pm

Aboriginal Awareness Centre - SC0019

Drop in and have a free bowl of chilli and piece of bannock! 

Everyone welcome! 

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