As part of Algonquin College’s commitment to expanding the traditional Anishinàbe (ah-nish-in-AHH-bay) Algonquin Nation language on
campus, we are sharing vocabulary, phrases and information to familiarize learners and employees with the traditional language. Continue reading
TRI News
On March 20, more than 90 faculty members and learners, both in person and online, came together in Nawapon to listen to Indigenous
voices who spoke about issues related to post-secondary education, employment and training as well as support for Indigenous students. Continue reading
As part of Algonquin College’s commitment to expanding the traditional Anishinàbe (ah-nish-in-AHH-bay) Algonquin Nation language on
campus, we are sharing vocabulary, phrases and information to familiarize learners and employees with the traditional language. Continue reading
This week, Indigenous Knowledge Keeper Jenny Buckshot Tenasco led ribbon skirt workshops at the Mamidosewin Centre.
Learn more about ribbon skirts in this short video and see skirts made by Algonquin College students.
On Tuesday, March 11, 2025 Algonquin College President and CEO Claude Brulé met with Knowledge Keeper Kirby Whiteduck, Knowledge
Keeper Jenny Buckshot Tenasco and Director of Indigenous Initiatives Anita Tenasco. Continue reading
As part of Algonquin College’s commitment to expanding the traditional Anishinàbe (ah-nish-in-AHH-bay) Algonquin Nation language on
campus, we are sharing vocabulary, phrases and information to familiarize learners and employees with the traditional language. Continue reading
As part of Algonquin College’s commitment to expanding the traditional Anishinàbe (ah-nish-in-AHH-bay) Algonquin Nation language on
campus, we are sharing vocabulary, phrases and information to familiarize learners and employees with the traditional language.
Nawapon (NAW-wah-PUN) is an Algonquin word that translates to “gathering strength for the journey.” Nawapon is located next to the Ishkodewan courtyard at the Ottawa Campus and is often used as a gathering place. Continue reading
As part of Algonquin College’s commitment to expanding the traditional Anishinàbe (ah-nish-in-AHH-bay) Algonquin Nation language on
campus, we are sharing vocabulary, phrases and information to familiarize learners and employees with the traditional language. Continue reading
In 2015, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) presented their report and recommendations to all Canadians. The final
report included 10 Principles for Reconciliation and 94 Calls to Action that speak to all sectors of Canadian society. Certain Calls to Action were related specifically to education.
In the 10 years since the report was made public, Algonquin College has carried out solid work to move towards implementing the Calls to Action and acknowledges that much more is still to be done. Continue reading
As part of Algonquin College’s commitment to expanding the traditional Anishinàbe (ah-nish-in-AHH-bay) Algonquin Nation language on
campus, we are sharing vocabulary, phrases and information to familiarize learners and employees with the traditional language. Continue reading