Medicine pouches have meaning in many Indigenous cultures. The medicine pouches hold sacred objects and traditional medicines. Each
one is unique, often filled with items, like precious stones, or cultural objects that hold personal significance. They serve to stay connected to the spiritual world, honour ancestors, and carry blessings. Continue reading
Month: June 2025
From April to October 2025, Algonquin College faculty member Phil Cameron has stepped away from the classroom and into world-class cuisine, leading a team of new culinary graduates from across Canada, including Kaito Webb from Algonquin College, at the renowned Expo event in Osaka, Japan. The opportunity to lead the team is a full-circle moment for Cameron, after he worked as a sous Chef with his mentor Wayne Murphy at the 2020 Expo in Dubai.
Chef Cameron (back centre) pictured with his student group.
June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, an opportunity to learn about the unique cultures, traditions and experiences of First
Nations, Inuit and Métis. It’s a time to honour the stories, achievements and resilience of Indigenous Peoples, who have lived on this land since time immemorial and whose presence continues to impact the evolving Canada.
The best way to gain a deeper understanding of First Nations, Inuit and Métis experiences is through their own voices. Continue reading