
Get involved
There are many ways for you to get involved and to receive updates on what is happening in the community. Here are a few great resources to get you connected on campus and in the National Capital Region.
Upcoming events
Workshop

Workshop
Sep 20
Incorporating Indigenous Peoples’ Realities into our Courses (French)
In this introductory workshop, participants will be introduced to who are the Indigenous Nations in Canada to attain some understanding of the histori…
Workshop

Workshop
Sep 21
Incorporating Indigenous Peoples’ Realities into our Courses (English)
In this introductory workshop, participants will be introduced to who are the Indigenous Nations in Canada to attain some understanding of the histori…
Public Event

Public Event
Sep 24
Wàskonenindamàwin: A lighted journey
On September 24, the Gee-Gees women’s soccer, women’s rugby and men’s rugby games at Matt Anthony Field will take place alongside Indigenous performer…
Public Event

Public Event
Sep 25
Department of Family Medicine’s learning circle in recognition of National Day …
Department of Family Medicine's Learning Circle w/ Claudette Commanda and Dr. Clare Liddy. Also includes VR screening of This Is Not a Ceremony.
Public Event

Public Event
Sep 27
Faculty of Social Sciences Indigenous Garden Inauguration
Formal inauguration of the Faculty of Social Sciences' Indigenous Garden, in commemoration of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Public Event

Public Event
Sep 29
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
A ceremony open to all followed by a community feast.
September 29, 2023, at 9:30 a.m.
University Square
136 University Private
Ottawa, Ontario
September 29, 2023, at 9:30 a.m.
University Square
136 University Private
Ottawa, Ontario
Resources
Virtual Background Images
Please download and use one of these virtual backgrounds.
Download English version here.
Téléchargez la version française ici.
Here are the steps to upload the backgrounds within Teams or Zoom:
Teams
- Within a video call, select the More actions button (three dots);
- Select Show background effects;
- Select Add new;
- Select the image you'd like to use as a background;
- Select Open.
Zoom
- Sign in to Zoom desktop client;
- Click Settings;
- Click Virtual Background;
- Click on an image to select the desired virtual background or add your own image by clicking +Add Image;
- To disable Virtual Background, choose the option None.


Indigenous Education Council (IEC)
community

community
Indigenous Students Association (ISA)
The ISA is a group of First Nations, Métis and Inuit students who strive to foster a sense of belonging and community.
Network

Network
The Infinite Reach
Creating a network of Métis postsecondary students across the province that can share experiences and support one another in their academic pursuits.
connect

connect
Future Further
A dedicated resource that provides information on supports and services to Indigenous students interested in or attending an Ontario university.