Algonquin College welcomes Nokia as newest DARE6 partner 

Posted on Tuesday, October 24th, 2023

OTTAWA — October 24, 2023 – Algonquin College is pleased to announce that Nokia has become its newest DARE6 partner, opening the door to a wide range of opportunities to engage, share unique experiences and build stronger relationships with like-minded, prominent community builders.

The DARE6 concept is based on a governance model for Indigenous Peoples derived from the Iroquois — or Haudenosaunee — Confederacy dating back a thousand years. The Confederacy, sometimes described as one of the world’s oldest participatory democracies, included the Seneca, Cayuga, Oneida, Onondaga, Mohawk and Tuscarora. Occupying what is now upper New York state and southeastern Quebec and Ontario, these six tribes united under the Great Law of Peace.

Nokia joins TD Bank Group and PCL Constructors Canada in this select partnership group. DARE6 partners become part of the fabric of the College and engage on many levels. Benefits include on-site tours, traditional knowledge delivery, professional development, participation in campus events and select, exclusive promotional opportunities.

“We are thrilled and proud to announce Nokia is joining our growing DARE6 family as a partner. I know we both share a deep commitment to acknowledging the enormous benefits derived from opening our hearts and minds to Indigenous Peoples and participating in the national Truth and Reconciliation call to action,” said Claude Brulé, Algonquin College President and CEO.

DARE 6 allows Nokia to contribute meaningfully in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Call to Action,” said Jeff Maddox, President, Nokia, Canada. “Truth and Reconciliation is a collective journey and a shared responsibility. It is about being intentional in how we interact with one another- how we show respect. We all play a crucial role in removing systemic barriers, and enable success for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities in Canada. We anticipate collaborating with diverse stakeholders, including Indigenous Elders, students, and community members, in partnership with Algonquin College and other DARE 6 collaborators. Our goal is to contribute to an educational journey that raises awareness of the shared history, culture, teachings, and values of Indigenous peoples in our country.”

DARE6 is also inspired by Algonquin’s state-of-the-art DARE District, which includes five distinct areas for engagement:

  • Nawapon: ‘Gathering for the Journey’ the Indigenous Learning Commons is the heart of the Ottawa campus.
  • Ishkodewan: ‘There is Fire’ the spectacular Indigenous Gathering Circle and outdoor classroom.
  • Pìdàban: ‘Past, Present and Future,’ the new Institute of Indigenization.
  • The Lodge: A multi-functional space dedicated to Truth and Reconciliation.
  • Kejeyadizidjigwogamig: ‘Knowledge Keeper’s Place’ located in the Library.

An official welcome of Nokia as a DARE6 partner is being planned later this fall.

 


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