Indigenous scholars

Covering a range of research topics and areas of study, Indigenous faculty members provide a diverse set of experiences and expertise to the UM community and beyond. Many Indigenous faculty produce and share knowledge(s) and research on matters that specifically impact Indigenous communities, while others serve as role models for Indigenous students and the next generation of researchers. 

Discovery the stories, meet the scholars

 

Indigenous scholars in the news

Starting in Oct. 2025 Researching in Good Ways project

Researching in Good Ways project aims to better understand the realities of conducting research in Indigenous communities, both from those who have experience doing research with Indigenous partners and the communities with whom we do research.

Consultation registration is now open (Oct. 2025 – Mar. 2026)

Join the Researching in Good Ways consultations to share your stories and insights about research with Indigenous communities. 

Please note: Registration for the Researching in Good Ways consultation phase is now closed. Thank you to all who participated.

Research partners

Along with Indigenous faculty and staff, there are Indigenous-focused research projects reaching out to communities in Manitoba and nationwide.

  • Research ethics

    The First Nations principles of OCAP® (Ownership, Control, Access and Possession) are a set of standards that affirm First Nations’ ownership and control of data related to their communities, including the right to determine how that data is collected, protected, used and shared.

    Learn more about OCAP®

  • Indigenous Knowledge and Copyright

    This resource from the Copyright Office helps researchers understand the differences between Indigenous knowledge and Western copyright systems, and outlines the ethical responsibilities, community protocols and copyright considerations involved in conducting research with Indigenous communities, knowledge and cultural materials.

    Access the resource

  • The Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning

    The Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning offers multiple workshop series as well as many resources and one-on-one consultation on a variety of teaching topics.

    See a full listing of CATL workshops and resources

Indigenous Speaker Series

The Indigenous Speaker Series talks highlight the research and expertise of Indigenous scholars from across faculties and UM campuses, while providing new opportunities for students, staff and faculty to learn about Indigenous perspectives and knowledges.

Talks are held online via Zoom, with links posted in each events calendar listing.

Upcoming talks

For more information on the series:

Office of the Vice-President (Indigenous)
Danielle.Lang@umanitoba.ca 

Ongomiizwin

Ongomiizwin offers resources and support to students and researchers in health professional programs. Its mandate is to provide leadership and advance excellence in research, education and health services in collaboration with First Nations, Metis and Inuit communities. Its work is guided by Knowledge Keepers and Elders and helps to achieve health and wellness of Indigenous peoples.

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Indigenous Research and Academics, Office of the Vice-President (Indigenous)
202 Administration Building
66 Chancellors Circle, Wpg. MB. R3T 2N2
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada

431-334-6024