ɬ�﷬ News - Indigenous-focused

Genomic Medicine and Indigenous Health Award: Celebrating Excellence in Research

webfull — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 13:41:28 +0000

On October 23, at the 2025 Rendez-Vous Génome Québec in Montréal, Professor Treena Wasonti:io Delormier was announced as the recipient of the D2R Genomic Medicine and Indigenous Health Award.

Published: 28 October 2025

Video | Indigenous Engagement at D2R

webfull — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 17:04:29 +0000

D2R is deeply committed to fostering Indigenous leadership within the realms of genomic medicine, RNA therapeutics and health inequities. We believe research is strongest when it is guided by respect, collaboration and trust. Our approach both respects and relies on Indigenous governance structures and ethics to guide project development, data management, and dissemination of results, ensuring outcomes are beneficial and aligned with the priorities of Indigenous communities.

Published: 22 October 2025

Celebrating Research, Connections and Culture at IMPRESS Research Day

webfull — Mon, 18 Aug 2025 15:23:44 +0000

That's a wrap for the 2025 edition of IMPRESS—the Indigenous Mentorship and Paid Research Experience for Summer Students, presented by Branches, ɬ�﷬'s Community Outreach Program at Enrolment Services!

This year's program culminated in the IMPRESS Research Day, where 24 student-interns presented their summer's work to family, friends, faculty and community members. The celebration also featured a communal lunch and a traditional hoop dancing performance.

Published: 18 August 2025

School of Human Nutrition Professor Treena Delormier awarded King Charles III Coronation Medal alongside 18 other ɬ�﷬ians

webfull — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 15:01:32 +0000

Nineteen members of the ɬ�﷬ community, including President Deep Saini, have been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal. The medal is conferred on individuals who have made significant contributions to Canada or to a particular province, territory, region or community, or have made an outstanding achievement abroad that brings credit to Canada.

Published: 7 January 2025

Event | Indigenous Perspectives on Truth and Reconciliation in Post-Secondary Education | Sept 30, 2024

webfull — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 17:30:44 +0000

In honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, ɬ�﷬'s School of Continuing Studies is organizing an online panel discussion on Truth and Reconciliation within the post-secondary education system.

About the event:

Title: Indigenous Perspectives on Truth and Reconciliation in Post-Secondary Education

Date & Time: Monday September 30, 2024 from 12-1pm

Format: On Zoom

Published: 24 September 2024

Community, Culture and Research with IMPRESS 2024

webfull — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 21:35:22 +0000

The 2024 edition of the Indigenous Mentorship and Paid Research Experience for Summer Students (IMPRESS) kicked off last month, welcoming 19 students to ɬ�﷬ for the summer. Run by Branches, ɬ�﷬'s Community Outreach Program, IMPRESS aims to create a unique space for Indigenous youth, empowering them to overcome barriers and thrive academically while fostering Indigenous perspectives and knowledge in the research community.

Published: 11 July 2024

Employment Opportunity: Akwesàhsne Mohawk Board of Education

webfull — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 20:36:19 +0000

The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education (AMBE) is seeking a Teacher holding an Ontario Teaching Certificate in either the Primary, Junior, NYS-Certification N-6 or Intermediate Qualifications.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the key values of "Integrity, Equity, and Accountability".

All interested must submit a letter of interest, resume, and copies of certificates/diplomas by July 12, 2024 to Lynn Roundpoint (Lynn.roundpoint [at] ambe.ca).

For more information, please view the PDF below.

Published: 25 June 2024

Report | Cultural Safety in an Indigenous Health Research Context

webfull — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 19:46:57 +0000

It is essential to adopt ways of doing things that promote the cultural safety of Indigenous peoples in the context of research.

This new report is the result of work by the Indigenous Health Research Program of the Unité de Soutien (SSA) of Quebec, the Department of Family Medicine at ɬ�﷬, Joyce’s Principle, and the Tahatikonhsontóntie' Quebec Network Environment for Indigenous Health Research (Qc-NEIHR).

To learn more about this recent report, read:

Published: 7 June 2024

Minnie Grey amongst Upcoming Honorary Doctorates 2024

webfull — Wed, 29 May 2024 15:20:31 +0000

Born in Kangirsuk, on the western shore of Ungava Bay, Minnie Grey has spent nearly 40 years advocating for the health and well-being of Inuit and the Inuit ways of life in various polar regions.

On Tuesday June 4th 2024 at 3pm, Minnie Grey will be presented with an Honorary Doctor of Laws (LL.D.) at the School of Continuing Studies at ɬ�﷬.

Read more about this years' Honorary Doctorates in the ɬ�﷬ Reporter.

Published: 29 May 2024

Employment Opportunity: Program Manager at Indigenous Health Professionals' Program

webfull — Thu, 23 May 2024 20:45:27 +0000

Position Summary: Administer and oversee activities related to the IHP Program. Initiate and organize activities aligned with the mandate of the IHP Program, such as community engagement, supporting Indigenous health education, administration, financial management, team building, communications, student affairs, evaluation of initiatives and managing physical resources.

Some Responsibilities Include:

Published: 23 May 2024