Celebrating National Indigenous History Month

Algonquin College is celebrating National Indigenous History Month with a diverse range of events, discussions, and educational experiences throughout June. From engaging lectures and interactive workshops to community gatherings and storytelling sessions, the campus will offer meaningful opportunities to recognize and celebrate Indigenous knowledge, cultures, and leadership.

Events for the week of June 1st – 5th:

June 2 – Pikwakanagan Volunteer Day with Nìgàn partners and college employees

Location: Makwa Community Centre – 83 Kagagimin Inamo, Golden Lake, ON K0J 2A0

Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

June 2 | 10:00–11:30 AM (Virtual)

PD Session (ENL1004 – Session 3: Interdisciplinary Teaching)

(Facilitated by Carolyn Côté, Will Hennessy, and Robin Potts – LTS Team)

This session is part of a 3-part PD series supporting faculty in familiarizing themselves with the new course ENL1004. For Session 3, the LTS team will be facilitating a learning session focused on interdisciplinary teaching, which will include integrating “Mapping Good Teaching with Indigenous Learning Practices.”

June 3 – Truth and Reconciliation: Continuing the Conversation with Dr. Bruce McIvor (virtual)

In recognition of Algonquin College’s 10-year response report to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action, faculty and staff are invited to join Métis lawyer, author and educator Dr. Bruce McIvor for a virtual conversation on reconciliation, Indigenous rights, and meaningful change in education.

Together, we will explore:

  • What does meaningful reconciliation look like today?
  • How do we move beyond symbolic gestures?
  • What does accountability look like moving forward?

The session will include opening reflections, a moderated conversation, and participant Q&A.

Who should attend:

Faculty, staff, educators, academic leaders, curriculum developers and anyone interested in ongoing conversations around Truth and Reconciliation in education.

Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Time: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. EST

Register for this event




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