The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininew, Anisininew, Dakota and Dene peoples, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. More
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada, R3T 2N2
Located at the Bannatyne campus, Ongomiizwin - Education is a place for Indigenous students enrolled in health professional programs to meet, study and explore careers and culture. We offer a welcoming environment that assists students to meet their academic potential through a variety of culturally relevant programs, resources and supports.
Ongomiizwin - Education's goal is to increase the number of First Nations, Métis and Inuit health professionals in Manitoba.
Our mission is to support and enhance the potential for success of First Nations, Métis and Inuit students in the health education faculties and programs at UM’s Rady Faculty of Health Sciences:
The Medicine Garden of Indigenous Learning is a welcoming place for people to meet, share and learn about the importance and value of traditional knowledge and medicines. Throughout the year, Elders host teaching circles in this space. The Medicine Garden of Indigenous Learning is located on the Bannatyne Campus, outside the former Pedway Restaurant. A Traditional Blessing of the land took place on June 20, 2014.
Membership at Ongomiizwin – Education is open to all First Nations (Status, Non-Status), Métis and Inuit students currently registered in a health professional program (dental hygiene, dentistry, medical rehabilitation, medicine, nursing and pharmacy) at the University of Manitoba. Membership gives you access to the programs, facilities and resources at the centre.
Although cultural protocols may vary across Indigenous nations, they are recognized for their importance in keeping ceremonies sacred and preserving how knowledge is passed on. Indigenous Knowledge Keepers and the Ongomiizwin Institute of Health and Healing have worked together to create a list of recommendations meant to be a starting point for anyone who is new to engaging in cultural practices.
Ongomiizwin – Education
Indigenous Institute of Health and Healing, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
S206 Medical Services Building
750 Bannatyne Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 0W2
