Barrie STEM Hub

Fiscal Year-End Deadlines for 2025/26

The University’s year end is April 30, 2026. All transactions occurring before year end must be dated April 30, 2026, or earlier to be included in the 2025-2026 budget year. It is the responsibility of each department to submit its accounting documents before the deadlines listed below. The transactions received before these deadlines will be included in the 2025-2026 budget year.

Please note: We ask that you please maintain any original receipts or forms.

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE INVOICES

All April-dated invoices for external customers must be received by Friday, May 8, 2026. Please e-mail all requests to invoicing@lakeheadu.ca.

BUDGET AND DEPARTMENTAL TRANSFERS

All requests for transfers (either budget or actuals) in operating or ancillary accounts must be received by Financial Services prior to Friday, May 8, 2026, to be processed in the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Please email the approved forms with supporting documentation to Amanda Johnson (agjohnso@lakeheadu.ca). If you are transferring to a research (fund 50) or trust (fund 40) budget code, please send the form and documentation to Margot Ross (mross@lakeheadu.ca).

CASH RECEIPTS

All cheques and cash dated prior to April 30, 2025, must be deposited on or before Friday, May 8, 2026, to be processed with an April date. All such deposits made on/after May 8 will be May-dated. Please contact Chris Gallinger (clgallin@lakeheadu.ca) to arrange for your deposit.

CREDIT CARDS

All US Bank Visa purchasing card statements for the 2025-2026 fiscal year (inclusive of all supporting documentation and approvals) must be submitted by Thursday, May 7, 2026, per the usual electronic process of emailing the documentation to the pcard.statements@lakeheadu.ca. A reminder that all goods paid for on or before April 30, 2026, must be received on campus on or before April 30, 2026. Please contact Dianne (creditcard@lakeheadu.ca) with any questions.

N.B.: purchases with a transaction date in April 2026 that appear on the May 2026 p-card statement will still be posted to the 2025-2026 fiscal year but to the pcard’s default budget code. You are not required to do anything additional. These receipts should be submitted with the May 2026 statement, when the statement comes due.

INVENTORIES (RETAIL)

The last day to submit physical retail inventory sheets is Thursday, May 1, 2026. Please send to Sylvia Griffiths (sgriffit@lakeheadu.ca).

PURCHASE REQUISITION ORDERS

The final date to submit purchase order requisitions in Ellucian Colleague is Friday, April 10, 2026, since all goods must be received on campus by April 30, 2026, if they’re to be expensed against the current budget year.

SUPPLIER INVOICES

For supplier shipments/invoices, received directly by departments which are required to be included in fiscal year 2026 (rendered prior to April 30, 2026), invoices or cheque requisitions must be submitted to Accounts Payable no later than Friday, May 8, 2026. As a reminder, all goods ordered by invoice or through requisitions and purchase orders in Colleague must be received on campus on or before April 30, 2026. Please email invoices to acctspayable@lakeheadu.ca.

ATTENDANCE AND STAFF INFORMATION FORMS

Please see the Vacation and Sick Leave Information page on the Human Resources website. If you have any questions, please contact Tiffany Moore trmoore@lakeheadu.ca

year-end deadlines

Assistant Professor, Department of Software Engineering

STEM Hub
Engineering
Barrie STEM Hub
Full-time
Permanent

Overview

 Application Deadline: May 15, 2026

Faculty of Engineering, Department of Software Engineering

Reference # (ENG-2026-27-03)

Lakehead University, Barrie STEM Hub, invites applications for one tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Software Engineering. The academic rank of the appointment will be commensurate with the qualifications of the successful candidate. The position will commence on August 1, 2026.

Position Overview

The Department of Software Engineering at Lakehead University seeks outstanding candidates for a tenure-track faculty position in its newly launched Software Engineering program in Barrie, Ontario. Applications are welcomed from all areas of software engineering. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong commitment to both teaching and research, as well as those with relevant industrial and practical experience. Experience in program coordination, student engagement, and curriculum development is considered an asset. Familiarity with experiential learning and alternative modes of delivery, including online and hybrid instruction, is highly desirable.

The successful candidate is expected to be licensed as a Professional Engineer or be eligible for licensure with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), or an equivalent provincial body within Canada, and shall obtain this license within three years of the date of hire.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate is expected to establish a strong, externally funded research program and demonstrate excellence in engineering education. Responsibilities will include contributing to the development of laboratories and graduate programs, supporting program coordination, and serving as a liaison between the Barrie campus and the main campus in Thunder Bay. The candidate should also demonstrate the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with colleagues.

In addition to undergraduate and graduate course delivery, the candidate will supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, lead capstone design projects, guide student teams, assess project outcomes, and contribute to curriculum development and other departmental academic initiatives.

Qualifications

  • A Ph.D. in Software Engineering or a closely related field.
  • Demonstrated excellence, or strong potential for excellence, in both teaching and research.
  • Proven or emerging ability to secure external research funding.
  • Eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and mentoring skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
  • Experience with experiential learning and online or alternative modes of delivery is highly desired.

Compensation

The expected compensation range for this position is:

  • Assistant Professor: $88,094 - $133,223

Salary will be determined in accordance with the collective agreement and will be

commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. Our campuses are located in Thunder Bay on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850 and in Orillia on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, and Rama First Nation. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses and is committed to a relationship with Métis and Inuit and First Nations peoples. Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its nine faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, and Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

For further information, please contact the Chair of the Appointments Committee, Dr. Hassan Naser, Department of Software Engineering. Detailed information on the Faculty of Engineering and the Department of Software Engineering is available at:

https://www.lakeheadu.ca/programs/faculties/engineering

Review of applications will begin on May 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. The electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) quoting Reference # (ENG-2026-27-03) should include: a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including a statement of teaching philosophy (maximum 3 pages), course outlines and teaching evaluations for previously-taught courses), a statement of a research plan (maximum 5 pages) outlining short- and long-term research goals, copies of the three most significant publications, and the names and contact information of three references. A completed Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada.pdf form must accompany your package. 

Applicants should submit their electronic application to:

Dr. David Barnett, Interim Dean

Faculty of Engineering

Lakehead University

Thunder Bay, Ontario

Email: dean.engi@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2019-2024 with a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of under-represented groups among applicants, candidates and hires. We encourage candidates to self-identify, if you are from an under-represented group, and prefer candidates with the knowledge, competencies and relationships derived from lived experience. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8010 ext. 8334 orhuman.resources@lakeheadu.cato make appropriate arrangements.

This position is subject to budgetary approval.

 

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of underrepresented groups among applicants, candidates, and hires. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups, is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343-8010 ext. 8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

Yes, eligible for benefits

This Rising Changemaker Wants a Better World for Everyone

Student Leader Aliss Chavarri Excels at Taking on Tough Challenges

Caring for others is second nature to third-year biology student Aliss Chavarri.

Growing up in Lima, Peru, her father instilled in her the importance of lending a hand to those in need.

"If there was flooding in interior parts of Peru, my dad and I would travel inland to assist with relief efforts," Aliss says. "We'd carry buckets of water, clean up homes and buildings, look after kids, cook, and do anything else that was needed.

My dad is my hero."

Finding Her Purpose

These childhood experiences have transformed Aliss into a committed advocate and activist.

She spent three months in Baltimore, Maryland, for instance, as a student leader with Habitat for Humanity where she built homes for four low-income families.

Aliss Chavarri and four other women wearing blue hardhats and holding hammers stand on the grounds of a construction site

Aliss (left) worked long hours as a Habitat for Humanity volunteer in Maryland.

It was this impulse to help people that prompted Aliss to study biology with the ultimate goal of becoming a doctor.

"I chose Lakehead because I wanted to learn in a small community that was close to nature. I also wanted small classes, environmentally sustainable campuses, and an emphasis on experiential learning," she continues.

"During my first semester, I collected soil samples from Anemki Wajiw (Mount McKay) and water samples from Lake Tamblyn. It wasn't something that I expected to be able to do so early in my program."

Aliss's interests quickly extended beyond the classroom. She began contributing to campus life as an orientation leader and as a student assistant with Lakehead International.

Aliss Chavarri stands at the bottom of the staircase in the Agora next to Student Central

Aliss is the current Lakehead University Student Union president. She's proud of the many services that LUSU provides, such as the new Wolfpack Volunteer Program. "Students who join the Wolfpack give back to the community by volunteering as well as learn new skills and build up their resumes."

These experiences led to a shift in her career ambitions.

"I realized that although I love science, I don't want to be a doctor. Instead, I want to become a lawyer and advocate for fellow community members."

She's doing that now as president of the Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU). In this leadership role, Aliss focused on addressing housing issues and food insecurity as well as promoting diversity and inclusion.

Ending Period Poverty on Campus

One of the initiatives Aliss is most proud of is the recently launched Lily Pad Project.

It's a partnership between LUSU, Pride Central, and the Gender Equity Centre that provides free organic and non-toxic menstrual products in washrooms on Lakehead's Thunder Bay and Orillia campuses.

Aliss Chavarri stands in LUSU's office peeling a label off a sheet to apply to a Lily Pad dispenser

Aliss stocks Lily Pad dispensers with period products.

"After learning that one in five menstruating students miss school because they lack access to menstrual products, I knew that I needed to act," Aliss says.

"These products are as essential as toilet paper and soap, which are provided for free in public washrooms. Period products should be free, too."

Lily Pads dispensers and products are currently available in 40 washrooms, and there are plans to expand this initiative to include all campus washrooms.

An Ingenious Approach to Housing Challenges

In 2024, Aliss began harnessing her entrepreneurial talents to take on an urgent problem affecting international students.

"I discovered that many of them were having trouble finding housing. Since they're new to the country and don't have Canadian bank accounts, they often can't pay rent deposits," Aliss explains.

"Students were also being scammed by fake landlords."

Aliss and fellow biology student Joshua Sanchez created the Nestar website and app to give students safe and accessible housing options.

Joshua Sanchez, Aliss Chavarri, Lesly Gunasekara, and Bryan Wong hold Ascend Accelerator graduation plaques while standing next to Ingenuity Manager Alyson MacKay

Aliss (second from left) and Joshua Sanchez (far left) graduated from the Ascend Accelerator program run by Lakehead's Ingenuity business incubator. The coaching and mentoring they received is enabling them to launch their Nestar rental website and app.

Nestar will connect the right tenants with the right landlords through a sophisticated matching system. Once it's fully operational, students will be able to sign leases electronically, pay their rent via credit cards, and run background checks on themselves to give to prospective landlords.

"Students will be able to rent a verified house before they arrive on campus."

Aliss's advocacy continues to be inspired by her father.

"He's always told me, 'If you're doing well in life, why don't you use your skills and talents to help others?'"

Keywords: 
Aliss Chavarri
Lakehead University Student Union
Ascend Accelerator
Lily Pad Project

CIHR Tier 2 CRC in Molecular Imaging

Physics
Science & Environ Studies
Thunder Bay, Orillia, Barrie STEM Hub
Full-time
Permanent

Overview

Canada Research Chair NSERC Tier 2 Opportunity

in Molecular Imaging

 

Posting Date: April 10, 2026

Deadline: Review of applications will begin June 1, 2026

Reference #: SES-2027-28-01

The Department of Physics in the Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies at Lakehead University invites applications for a CIHR Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Molecular Imaging. The ideal candidate is one who can contribute to the development of advanced molecular imaging techniques, as well as their translation into clinical practice, with an emphasis on nuclear medicine for cancer, neurology, and other disease areas. Researchers with interests in translational research on innovative nuclear medicine imaging technologies, including organ-targeted and hybrid approaches, as well as advanced methods for image acquisition and reconstruction, are particularly encouraged to apply.

 

The CRC position is for five (5) years and is renewable once and subject to approval by the Tri-Agency Institutional Programs (TIPs) Secretariat.  The successful applicant will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in the Department of Physics, with rank commensurate with experience, with an anticipated start date commencing within four to six months following notice of approval.

 

Tier 2 CRCs are intended for outstanding and innovative emerging researchers whose accomplishments have made a major impact in their fields and are recognized as leaders in their fields. By combining discovery and translational research, the Chair will increase the research capacity and training opportunities at Lakehead University.  The Chair will also add to the continuing development of research excellence in the Department of Physics within the University.

 

Candidates are also expected to demonstrate a strong record of service to the research community (e.g., service on peer review committees, advisory committees), and a demonstrated record of working with and mentoring students, trainees, and research personnel. Evidence of excellence in teaching will be assessed through teaching accomplishments, a teaching dossier that can be submitted as part of the application (with required materials outlined below), as well as strong letters of reference.

 

Nominees to the CRC Program will develop and implement a plan for establishing and maintaining a diverse team and an inclusive research and training environment that promotes co-creation with partners from all sectors (academic, public, private, not-for-profit and philanthropic), in order to increase research knowledge mobilization and translation for the benefit of all Canadians.

 

In addition, Lakehead University requires that applicants must have earned a PhD degree in Physics, or a related area. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing research strengths.

Compensation

The expected compensation range for this position is:

-  Associate Professor: $120,496 – $170,496

-  Assistant Professor: $88,094 – $133,223

Salary will be determined in accordance with the Lakehead University Faculty Association (LUFA) Collective Agreement and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

CRC Eligibility

Tier 2 CRCs are for exceptional emerging researchers, acknowledged by their peers as having the potential to lead in their field. Candidates for Tier 2 Chair positions must meet all the requirements for Tier 2 CRCs and be eligible for assistant or associate professor positions. Tier 2 CRCs normally are not more than 10 years from commencing their first independent academic research-related appointment at the time of submitting the nomination to the CRC Secretariat.

However, Lakehead University may nominate a professor or a researcher who is more than 10 years from their first independent academic research-related appointment if the candidate has experienced career interruptions based on the categories outlined here. Lakehead University will seek CRC eligibility approval for shortlisted candidates only.

Please note that the CRC Program imposes no restrictions on nominees concerning nationality or country of residence.

 

Successful candidates will:

  • be excellent emerging world-class researchers who have demonstrated research creativity;
    • have demonstrated the potential to achieve international recognition in their fields in the next five to ten years;
    • as chairholders, have the potential to attract, develop and retain excellent trainees, students, and future researchers; and
    • be proposing an original, innovative research program in quantum technologies that is of the highest quality.

 

CRCs at Lakehead University are appointed and governed by the provisions of the Lakehead University Faculty Association Collective Agreement. For the duration of the CRC, the CRC will be given a reduced teaching load in order to dedicate the majority of their time to research, be

 

provided with a start-up grant, CFI-JELF Infrastructure Grant, an annual research grant, and

research space appropriate for the proposed CRC’s program of research.

 

Why Lakehead

For 60 years, students and researchers have come to Lakehead University to succeed and discover what’s next. Lakehead University is advancing research, scholarly and creative work; providing transformative learning experiences that position graduates for success; and finding solutions to society’s biggest challenges through academic programming, research and collaboration. Lakehead University is recognized as one of Canada’s top research-intensive universities in its category for the last decade (Research Info$ource). Lakehead University’s achievements have been recognized nationally and internationally, including being the highest ranked university in the world with fewer than 9,000 students for its global impact according to the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings. Lakehead placed in the top 70 in the world based on our efforts in advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), reflecting the University’s commitment to social, cultural and environmental sustainability, and good health and well-being. For the fourth year in a row, THE World University Rankings (2023) ranks Lakehead in the top 800 globally out of more than 1,600 participating institutions from 99 countries. Aligned with our Strategic Plan, Research Plan, CRC Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan, and Institutional EDI Action Plan, we are actively recruiting outstanding scholars to enhance and grow our research and innovation capacity. Situated in the diverse and multicultural communities of Thunder Bay and Orillia, our unique campuses and their locations inspire us to discover and innovate in exciting and non-traditional ways.

 

Lakehead University and our Community

Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. Our campuses are located in Thunder Bay on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850 and in Orillia on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, and Rama First Nation. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses and is committed to a relationship with Métis and Inuit and First Nations peoples. Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its nine faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, and Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

The Faculty and Department of Physics

The Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies at Lakehead University hosts the Department of Physics along with 10 other departments. Within the Faculty, the Department of

 

Physics is highly research-active, with faculty working in experiment and theory in the broad areas of condensed matter and optical physics, including imaging and related materials, optical sensing, surface science, quantum optics and soft matter physics. The department offers an MSc program in Physics. Supervision of PhD students is done through the Chemistry and Material Science or the Biotechnology PhD programs within the Faculty of Science of Environmental Studies.

Lakehead University has several centralized labs to support research, including the Lakehead University Instrumentation Lab. Lakehead University is also a member of the SHARCNET Computing Consortium. For further information about the Department, please contact Prof.

Hubert de Guise, Chair of Physics. Detailed information on the Department is available through the Department of Physics website.

 

Application Requirements and Deadline

 

The Department of Physics will begin the review of applications on June 1, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled.

To apply for the position, submit an electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) by e-mail and quote Reference SES-2027-28-01 in both the letter of interest and subject header of the e-mail.

A complete application as one electronic pdf file consists of:

  • Cover letter (up to 2 pages);
  • Detailed curriculum vitae (any format);
    • Statement of Research Interests and Proposed CRC Research Plan (approximately 3 pages);
    • Statement of Teaching Philosophy (up to 2 pages);
      • Statement describing the candidate's contributions, or potential contributions to, equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) along with their ability to work with a culturally diverse and international student, staff, and faculty body (up to 1 page);
    • Name and contact information of three references, at least one of whom must be at arm’s

length; and

 

Once your application is submitted, you will be asked to complete a mandatory brief self-identification survey that is a CRC requirement. This questions in the survey are voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning and program reporting. Candidates are also asked to kindly include with their application a link to an up-to-date ORCID profile, and three recent publications with details of their contributions to these publications.

Applicants should submit their complete electronic application quoting the above reference number to:

 

Dr. Todd Randall, Dean

Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies

Lakehead University 955 Oliver Road

Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5E1

Email to: applications.ses@lakeheadu.ca

 

Please note that only those selected for an interview will be notified.

The successful candidate will be expected to work with the Office of Research Services in completing a CRC Tier 2 and CFI nomination package expected within six months of the nomination.

If you have questions about the CRC program at Lakehead University, please contact Anne Klymenko, Director, Research Services by email: anne.klymenko@lakeheadu.ca or by telephone at 807-343-8110 Ext. 8223.

Equity Statement

Lakehead University has an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan with a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of under-represented groups among applicants, candidates and hires. We encourage candidates to self-identify if you are from an under-represented group, and prefer candidates with the knowledge, competencies and relationships derived from lived experience. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

Lakehead University recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g., maternity leave, parental leave, leave due to illness, leaves due to caring for family members, or slowdowns due to chronic illness or disability) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration in the assessment of the candidate. Candidates are encouraged to highlight how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted their research in their application. Lakehead also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, community-based research, other forms of scholarly expression, and/or research outputs; demonstrated experience in increasing diversity in the previous institutional environment, and in curriculum, is also an asset.

Lakehead University recognizes the legitimate impact that leaves (e.g., parental leaves, slowdowns due to illness or disability, etc.) can have on a nominee’s record of research achievement. These leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the review and assessment of application materials.

Please visit our Office of Human Rights and Equity website and our Human Resources website with regards to accommodations and to explore all of the supports our organization provides to enable a strong and connected employment experience.

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons,

Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact Katherine Mends at the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8010 ext. 8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

 

Additional Information

The Canada Research Chairs Program supports outstanding researchers in areas that will further Lakehead's Strategic Research Plan. All Chair nominations are subject to review and final approval by the CRC Secretariat. Please consult the Canada Research Chairs website for full program information and further details on eligibility criteria. The Lakehead University CRC EDI Action Plan is available here and information regarding our EDI policies can be found here.

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of underrepresented groups among applicants, candidates, and hires. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups, is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343-8010 ext. 8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

Yes, eligible for benefits

Third Age Learning Lakehead (TALL) Spring Lecture Series: "Feed the Soul"

Date(s): Wednesdays, April 29, May 6, May 13, May 27, June 3 (*NOTE: no lecture on May 20th)
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Place:  In-person or Live-streamed at St. Paul's Centre in Orillia
Price:  $80 +HST for the whole 5 lecture series; $20 +HST for a single talk.

Discover the joy of lifelong creativity in this inspiring Spring 2026 lecture series with Third Age Learning Lakehead (TALL).


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John Mulloy Rebuilt His Life After Facing Devastation

Humanities 101 Program Helped Put Him on a Better Path

John Mulloy says that his life took a terrible turn after accepting an early retirement package from Chrysler Canada.

"Instead of making a fresh start, I became very ill and found myself unemployed, penniless, and without a place to call home," he says.

"At 58 years old, the thought of returning to a manufacturing job was something I could barely contemplate. Physically and mentally, I was at my limit."

John Mulloy, wearing a black cap, sits in the front seat of a car

Wendat Community Programs Case Manager John Mulloy

It was while accessing services at The Lighthouse—a shelter for people experiencing homelessness in Orillia—that John began to envision a different future for himself.

"Lighthouse staff encouraged me to upgrade my education after observing how easily I interacted with the other participants. They suggested that I might make a good social service worker."

John took their advice to heart and returned to school as an adult student in Georgian College's Social Service Worker program.

Then, shortly after his first semester at college, a Lighthouse employee approached him again, this time about enrolling in Lakehead's Humanities 101 course.

Humanities 101 Unlocks Possibilities

For 20 years, Humanities 101 has been empowering people to believe in themselves.

This outreach program was created to provide a university-level learning experience to community members facing financial or social barriers to postsecondary education.

Participants attend a free one-semester, non-credit course that introduces them to topics in the humanities and social science fields. The course also covers students' transportation costs to campus, gives them access to library resources, and provides them with a meal in the cafeteria on course nights.

"Together we learn to celebrate different perspectives and ways of thinking and being," explains Nicky Locker, the director of the Office of Community Engagement and Lifelong Learning (CELL).

"Our Humanities 101 students listen to thought-provoking lectures presented by faculty members and are given opportunities to explore interests, engage in civil discourse, and, sometimes, debate."

A group of Humanities 101 students hold their graduation certificates

John (sixth from left) at his Humanities 101 graduation ceremony. "Many students begin to carve out a pathway for themselves that they might have previously found daunting or unattainable," says CELL Director Nicky Locker.

John thrived in this new environment.

"I thoroughly enjoyed the course because it brought to my attention how narrowly focused we can sometimes be without fully realizing it," he says.

He particularly appreciated how Humanities 101 helped students look at the world around them through multiple lenses and with an open mind.

"Little did I know at the time how important this way of thinking would become—not only for my college coursework as it progressed, but also for my future employment," John adds.

A Life Transformed

By December 2025, John had completed Humanities 101 and graduated from Georgian College.

Then, the profound change he'd been seeking truly began to materialize. In January 2026, he was hired as a full-time case manager with Wendat Community Programs.

Wendat is a non-profit in Midland, Ontario, that assists seniors with care needs and adults with mental health needs in the Simcoe-Muskoka region.

"The Humanities 101 course has paid dividends every day since I started my position at Wendat," John says.

"I have discovered how important it is—and I am reminded daily—how we as social service workers must learn to see things through the eyes of our clients.

We must be vigilant in how we perceive them and careful about the judgments we make about the people around us."

John Mulloy stands outside The Lighthouse building on a sunny day

Humanities 101 fosters relationships, care, and lifelong learning, which are strong contributors to well-being and to removing barriers to success. Above, John stands in front of The Lighthouse in Orillia. Photo Credit: The Lighthouse

John is now eagerly helping guide his current caseload of 11 clients towards more positive mental health and supporting them in making decisions that bring real independence.

"I want to express my sincere gratitude and thanks to CELL's Nicky Locker and Nick Damer for making Humanities 101 so rewarding and educational.

I can honestly say I would recommend this course to anybody, but particularly to those who want to expand how they see and engage with the world."

Humanities 101 is proud to be celebrating its 20th anniversary. Click here for more information about this transformative community outreach program.

John was recently featured on the Orillia Matters news site. Click here to read more about his inspirational journey.

Keywords: 
John Mulloy
Humanities 101
Office of Community Engagement and Lifelong Learning

Assistant Professor / Associate Professor , Canada Research Chair NSERC Tier 2 - Quantum Technologies

Physics
Science & Environ Studies
Thunder Bay, Orillia, Barrie STEM Hub
Full-time
Permanent

Overview

 

Assistant / Associate Professor, CRC

Physics

 

Thunder Bay/Orillia/Barrie

 

Full-time

 

Permanent

___________________________________________________________________

Canada Research Chair NSERC Tier 2 Opportunity and

Assistant Professor / Associate Professor Tenure-Track Appointment in Quantum Technologies

Posting Date: April 2, 2026

Deadline:  Review of applications will begin June 1, 2026

Reference #: SES-2027-28-02

The Department of Physics in the Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies at Lakehead University invites applications for an NSERC Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Quantum Technologies.  The ideal candidate is one who can contribute to our broad understanding of these technologies, but researchers with interests in quantum materials or quantum sensing are particularly encouraged to apply.  The successful applicant will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in the Department of Physics with rank commensurate with experience, with an anticipated starting date of January 1, 2027.

The successful candidate, upon formally accepting the offer of a full-time faculty position, will be nominated for an NSERC Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Quantum Technologies; the CRC Tier 2 position is for five (5) years and renewable once, and subject to approval by the Tri-Agency Institutional Programs (TIPs) Secretariat. Tier 2 CRCs are intended for outstanding and innovative emerging researchers whose accomplishments have made a major impact in their fields and are recognized as leaders in their fields.  The Chair will increase the research capacity and training opportunities at Lakehead University and will also add to the continuing development of research excellence in the Department of Physics within the University.

Candidates for the academic appointment and the CRC Tier 2 are also expected to demonstrate a strong record of service to the research community (e.g., service on peer review committees, advisory committees), a demonstrated record of working with and mentoring students, trainees, and research personnel. Evidence of excellence in teaching will be assessed through teaching accomplishments, a teaching dossier that can be submitted as part of the application (with required materials outlined below), as well as strong letters of reference.

Nominees to the CRC Program will develop and implement a plan for establishing and maintaining a diverse team and an inclusive research and training environment that promotes co-creation with partners from all sectors (academic, public, private, not-for-profit and philanthropic), in order to increase research knowledge mobilization and translation for the benefit of all Canadians.

In addition, Lakehead University requires that applicants must have earned a PhD degree in Physics, or a related area.  We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing research strengths.

Compensation

The expected compensation range for this position is:

- Associate Professor: $120,496 – $170,496

- Assistant Professor: $88,094 – $133,223

Salary will be determined in accordance with the Lakehead University Faculty Association (LUFA) Collective Agreement and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

CRC Eligibility

Tier 2 CRCs are for exceptional emerging researchers, acknowledged by their peers as having the potential to lead in their field. Candidates for Tier 2 Chair positions must meet all the requirements for Tier 2 CRCs and be eligible for assistant or associate professor positions. Tier 2 CRCs normally are not more than 10 years from commencing their first independent academic research-related appointment at the time of submitting the nomination to the CRC Secretariat. However, Lakehead University may nominate a professor or a researcher who is more than 10 years from their first independent academic research-related appointment if the candidate has  experienced career interruptions based on the categories outlined here. Lakehead University will seek CRC eligibility approval for shortlisted candidates only.

Please note that the CRC Program imposes no restrictions on nominees concerning nationality or country of residence; however, applicants should complete the Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada Form.

Successful candidates will:

  • be excellent emerging world-class researchers who have demonstrated research creativity;
  • have demonstrated the potential to achieve international recognition in their fields in the next five to ten years;
  • as chairholders, have the potential to attract, develop and retain excellent trainees, students, and future researchers; and
  • be proposing an original, innovative research program in quantum technologies that is of the highest quality.

CRCs at Lakehead University are appointed and governed by the provisions of the Lakehead University Faculty Association Collective Agreement. For the duration of the CRC, the CRC will be given a reduced teaching load in order to dedicate the majority of their time to research, be provided with a start-up grant, CFI-JELF Infrastructure Grant, an annual research grant, and research space appropriate for the proposed CRC’s program of research.

Why Lakehead

For 60 years, students and researchers have come to Lakehead University to succeed and discover what’s next. Lakehead University is advancing research, scholarly and creative work; providing transformative learning experiences that position graduates for success; and finding solutions to society’s biggest challenges through academic programming, research and collaboration. Lakehead University is recognized as one of Canada’s top research-intensive universities in its category for the last decade (Research Info$ource). Lakehead University’s achievements have been recognized nationally and internationally, including being the highest ranked university in the world with fewer than 9,000 students for its global impact according to the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings. Lakehead placed in the top 70 in the world based on our efforts in advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), reflecting the University’s commitment to social, cultural and environmental sustainability, and good health and well-being. For the fourth year in a row, THE World University Rankings (2023) ranks Lakehead in the top 800 globally out of more than 1,600 participating institutions from 99 countries. Aligned with our Strategic Plan, Research Plan, CRC Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan, and Institutional EDI Action Plan, we are actively recruiting outstanding scholars to enhance and grow our research and innovation capacity. Situated in the diverse and multicultural communities of Thunder Bay and Orillia, our unique campuses and their locations inspire us to discover and innovate in exciting and non-traditional ways.

 

Lakehead University and our Community

Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. Our campuses are located in Thunder Bay on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850 and in Orillia on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, and Rama First Nation. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses and is committed to a relationship with Métis and Inuit and First Nations peoples. Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its nine faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, and Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

The Faculty and Department of Physics

The Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies at Lakehead University hosts the Department of Physics along with 10 other departments. Within the Faculty, the Department of Physics is highly research-active, with faculty working in experiment and theory in the broad areas of condensed matter and optical physics, including imaging and related materials, optical sensing, surface science, quantum optics and soft matter physics.  The department offers an MSc program in Physics.  Supervision of PhD students is done through the Chemistry and Material Science or the Biotechnology PhD programs within the Faculty of Science of Environmental Studies.

Lakehead University has several centralized labs to support research, including the Lakehead University Instrumentation Lab. Lakehead University is also a member of the SHARCNET Computing Consortium. For further information about the Department, please contact Prof. Hubert de Guise, Chair of Physics. Detailed information on the Department is available through the Department of Physics website.

Application Requirements and Deadline

The Department of Physics will begin the review of applications on June 1, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled.

To apply for the position, submit an electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) by e-mail and quote Reference SES-2027-28-02 in both the letter of interest and subject header of the e-mail.  

A complete application as one electronic pdf file consists of:

  • Cover letter (up to 2 pages);
  • Detailed curriculum vitae (any format);
  • Statement of Research Interests and Proposed CRC Research Plan (approximately 3 pages);
  • Statement of Teaching Philosophy (up to 2 pages);
  • Statement describing the candidate's contributions, or potential contributions to, equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) along with their ability to work with a culturally diverse and international student, staff, and faculty body (up to 1 page);
  • Name and contact information of three references, at least one of whom must be at arm’s length; and
  • The Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada Form.

Once your application is submitted, you will be asked to complete a mandatory brief self-identification survey that is a CRC requirement. This questions in the survey are voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning and program reporting. Candidates are also asked to kindly include with their application a link to an up-to-date ORCID profile, and three recent publications with details of their contributions to these publications.

Applicants should submit their complete electronic application quoting the above reference number to:

Dr. Todd Randall, Dean
Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies

Lakehead University
 955 Oliver Road
 Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5E1
 Email to: applications.ses@lakeheadu.ca

Please note that only those selected for an interview will be notified.

The successful candidate will be expected to work with the Office of Research Services in completing a CRC Tier 2 and CFI nomination package expected within six months of the nomination.

If you have questions about the CRC program at Lakehead University, please contact Anne Klymenko, Director, Research Services by email: anne.klymenko@lakeheadu.ca or by telephone at 807-343-8110 Ext. 8223.

Equity Statement

Lakehead University has an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan with a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of under-represented groups among applicants, candidates and hires. We encourage candidates to self-identify if you are from an under-represented group, and prefer candidates with the knowledge, competencies and relationships derived from lived experience. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

Lakehead University recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g., maternity leave, parental leave, leave due to illness, leaves due to caring for family members, or slowdowns due to chronic illness or disability) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration in the assessment of the candidate. Candidates are encouraged to highlight how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted their research in their application. Lakehead also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, community-based research, other forms of scholarly expression, and/or research outputs; demonstrated experience in increasing diversity in the previous institutional environment, and in curriculum, is also an asset.

Lakehead University recognizes the legitimate impact that leaves (e.g., parental leaves, slowdowns due to illness or disability, etc.) can have on a nominee’s record of research achievement. These leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the review and assessment of application materials.

Please visit our Office of Human Rights and Equity website and our Human Resources websitewith regards to accommodations and to explore all of the supports our organization provides to enable a strong and connected employment experience.

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact Katherine Mends at the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8010 ext. 8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

Additional Information

The Canada Research Chairs Program supports outstanding researchers in areas that will further Lakehead's Strategic Research Plan. All Chair nominations are subject to review and final approval by the CRC Secretariat. Please consult the Canada Research Chairs website for full program information and further details on eligibility criteria. The Lakehead University CRC EDI Action Plan is available here and information regarding our EDI policies can be found here.

 

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of underrepresented groups among applicants, candidates, and hires. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups, is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343-8010 ext. 8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

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OVC and Lakehead Accelerate Veterinary Training Expansion with Key Leadership Appointment

Woman standing on a dirt road flanked by grass and trees and crops. She is wearing jeans and a golf collared t-shirt and has her arms crossed smiling at the camera.Lakehead University and the University of Guelph’s Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) are advancing the next phase of the Collaborative Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program (CDVMP) with the appointment of Dr. Terri O’Sullivan as Program and Operations Advisor to the Dean of the Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies at Lakehead.

The CDVMP, a joint initiative between the two institutions, is designed to expand veterinary training capacity and help address the significant need for veterinary services in Northern Ontario.

“It’s a privilege to contribute to this important next stage in the implementation of the CDVMP,” said O’Sullivan, a professor in OVC’s Department of Population Medicine. “I am excited to work alongside colleagues at Lakehead and OVC as we help shape a program that will expand access to veterinary training and create long-term benefits for the veterinary profession, animal health, the agriculture sector, and communities across the North.”

“Dr. O’Sullivan brings a wealth of valuable knowledge and experience to this new role that will be a huge asset in helping OVC and Lakehead bring the CDVMP to realization,” said Dr. Todd Duffield, OVC’s Department of Population Medicine chair.

O’Sullivan will continue in her OVC faculty role while taking on a significant service commitment supporting CDVMP implementation and operational development at Lakehead, where she will also serve as External Adjunct Faculty in Lakehead’s Department of Veterinary Science. She will liaise directly with CDVMP leads at OVC to collaborate throughout the program rollout.

“Dr. O’Sullivan’s appointment marks an important step forward in the development of the CDVMP,” said Dr. Jeff Wichtel, OVC’s dean. “Her extensive experience in veterinary education will help ensure that this initiative delivers high‑quality training and meaningful impact for students and communities across Northern Ontario.”

Leadership of this next stage at Lakehead will be guided by Dr. Todd Randall, Dean of the Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies (FSES), who is also serving as Interim Chair of the Department of Veterinary Science. Under his direction, preparations are now underway to begin recruiting faculty and staff, establish operational frameworks, and build the academic and research capacity that will support program delivery.

“Dr. O’Sullivan’s experience in rural community veterinary practise, and longstanding leadership within veterinary education will be an important asset as Lakehead and OVC continue to advance this collaborative program,” said Randall. “Her advisory role will help support the operational planning and coordination needed to bring the CDVMP to life at Lakehead and strengthen veterinary training opportunities in Northern Ontario.”

O’Sullivan will work with leadership at Lakehead and OVC to support key aspects of CDVMP implementation, including operational planning, and coordination between the partner institutions, and preparation for the program’s first phase of delivery at Lakehead.

Learn more about the CDVMP.

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Keewatinase Indigenous Teacher Education Program Breaks New Ground

Bringing an Indigenous Lens to Everything from Music to Mathematics

"I incorporate the Anishinaabemowin language into all the classes I teach," Hannah O'Donnell says.
"Speaking the language is one of the ways that I look after my students' wellbeing, and my own."

This spring, Hannah will be part of the first group of students graduating from Lakehead's new Keewatinase Indigenous Teacher Education Program (KITEP).

Hannah O'Donnell

"KITEP's professors are amazing," says Hannah O'Donnell (left). This year, KITEP has students from Orillia, Manitoba, Minnesota, and communities in northwestern Ontario including Eabametoong First Nation and Webequie First Nation.

As part of her studies, she recently completed two teaching placements at the Spirit Bay School in Rocky Bay First Nation, on the edge of Lake Nipigon.

"I taught a JK/SK class and a grade 5/6 class, and I just loved it! It's wonderful to see the children progress and improve," Hannah says.

"Through the placements, I also learned who I am as a teacher."

Hannah lives in Thunder Bay and is working towards her Diploma of Education while holding down a full-time job with the regional Kinoonaadziwin Education Body.

"At Kinoonaadziwin, I work with teachers in First Nations communities assisting with Ojibwe language revitalization," she says.

Hannah is able to combine work and school because KITEP has been adapted to better serve aspiring teachers and the communities who need them.

Reimagining the Indigenous Teacher Education Program

"There was an urgent need for change," says Education Professor and KITEP Chair Dr. Paul Cormier. "Especially with Ontario's current teacher shortage, which is most severe in Indigenous communities."

This sparked the decision to overhaul the university's previous model for Indigenous teacher training.

Education faculty and staff worked with Indigenous communities over a five-year period to create something unprecedented.

A Woodland style of art wall mural featuring images of fish and a turtle signed by Moses Amik

Lakehead's Indigenous Language Instructor's Program has been incorporated into Keewatinase. "Over the last few years, there's been an acknowledgement in the education system of the value of Indigenous ways of being and knowing, as well as the importance of experiential learning," Dr. Cormier says. The above wall mural was created by artist Moses Amik.

"Native Language Coordinator Tyler Armstrong has been essential to KITEP's vision and design, as have other members of our team," Dr. Cormier says.

"Elder Tina Armstrong also provided support—including leading a special ceremony to rename the program 'Keewatinase' after an ancestral grandmother spirit helper who is guiding us and our work."

A Unique and Responsive Education

Flexible study options are a core element of KITEP.

Most of the courses are online, rather than in person, and are scheduled in the evenings to accommodate students who have jobs or who live outside Thunder Bay.

"Many of our students are from isolated fly-in communities and are already employed as education support workers or Indigenous language teachers," Dr. Cormier explains.

Students also learn from Elders in the communities where they teach, which allows them to learn the local culture and language dialect.

Hannah O'Donnell's mother, sister, and Hannah stand outside in a forested area

Above, Hannah O'Donnell (right) with her mom Nancy (left) and her sister Hope (centre). "I come from a family of teachers," Hannah says. "My grandmother was an educator at Algoma University and Sault College, and my mom was a high school teacher for 25 years."

After completing two full course credits and 10 days of placements in elementary or secondary schools, KITEP students can be hired as teachers under a Multi-Session Transitional Certificate of Qualification and Registration.

While working, students can complete their remaining practicum hours and fulfill all program requirements to become fully certified teachers.

"This means that they don't have to come to university for four years," Dr. Cormier says.

Helping Children Blossom

At the heart of the Keewatinase Indigenous Teacher Education Program is its commitment to wholistic learning.

"We've taken the Ministry of Education's curriculum expectations and met them within the context of Indigenous cultural traditions," Dr. Cormier says.

Melissa Oskineegish, Dr. Paul Cormier, Tyler Armstrong, Nevaeh Rae, and Roberta Ogemah stand in front of the Bora Laskin Building auditorium beside a vertical banner with information about the Keewatinase program

"We're educating teachers to teach in a way that aligns with Indigenous worldviews to foster healthy minds," Dr. Cormier says. Above, KITEP team members (l-r): Admin Assistant Melissa Oskineegish, KITEP Chair Dr. Paul Cormier, KITEP Coordinator Tyler Armstrong, and student clerks Nevaeh Rae and Roberta Ogemah

It begins with an annual one-week culture camp that immerses KITEP students in Indigenous teaching practices and worldviews—giving them the ability to weave Indigenous perspectives into their teaching.

"KITEP's approach really helps you focus on the spiritual, emotional, and mental health of students," Hannah says.

In music class, for example, children are taught drumming and singing. This introduces them to Indigenous stories and history, as well as the western approach to beat and rhythm.

With the reenvisioning of the Indigenous teacher education program, enrolment has soared from fewer than 10 students a year to almost 100 students.

"We believe that Indigenous ways of knowing can benefit all children, not just Indigenous children," Dr. Cormier says.

Click here to learn more about the Keewatinase Indigenous Teacher Education Program and their full-time and part-time learning options.

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