Indigenous

The Indigenous community at UM

Located on the original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation in the heart of Turtle Island, the University of Manitoba campuses include a vibrant Indigenous community of thousands of students, staff, faculty and alumni.

The Indigenous campus community works together to build and expand our presence and visibility at UM while creating a safe environment for students and staff to work and learn.

Pow wow dancers taking part in the Grand Entry at the Annual Graduation Pow Wow.

The 2023 Annual Traditional Graduation Pow Wow

An Indigenous student studies at a table inside Migizii Agamik - Bald Eagle Lodge.

Programs of study

Several faculties offer specialized programs dedicated to Indigenous student success by providing academic and personal support. Others focus curricula on Indigenous matters.

Several Indigenous students sitting together outdoors at a picnic table laughing and talking.

Student experience

Staff, faculty and Elders are well-equipped to ensure your university experience is as beneficial, accessible and successful as possible.

A group of women gathered in a circle beating a PowWow drum.

Culture and protocol

Join in a wide range of Indigenous cultural activities and programs throughout the year. Learn how to access traditional and spiritual support at UM.

Participants of Orange Shirt Day march together at the University of Manitoba Fort Garry campus.

Reconciliation

Reconciliation is everyone’s ongoing responsibility. Learn how Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples at UM are working together to advance the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action.

Three people walking together along Curry Place at the University of Manitoba Fort Garry campus.

Scholars and research

Learn about Indigenous scholars working at UM, research projects being conducted in partnership with Indigenous communities and events showcasing Indigenous scholarship.

Who we are

The Indigenous community on campus includes learners, teachers, researchers, administrators and Elders. Each of us arrives to this space with varying levels of education, research experience and cultural knowledge. It is within this community that we share an eagerness to support, learn and grow together in an environment that values and respects diverse backgrounds.
Where we are going

The University of Manitoba’s strategic plan has received constructive feedback from all levels of the Indigenous community. With guidance from Elders, community members, faculty, staff and students, the UM’s commitment to enhancing an effective, supportive and nurturing learning environment for the Indigenous community is an ongoing process.

Office of the Vice-President (Indigenous)

The Vice-President (Indigenous) leads the development and implementation of a university-wide strategy that promotes reconciliation, advances UM’s commitment to Indigenous engagement and achievement through initiatives, programs, curriculum and research and addresses anti-Indigenous racism. Guided by Indigenous-focused principles, this work is done in partnership with executive leadership, deans and directors.

A group of people meet in the circle room

Indigenous Connect

Indigenous Connect meetings are open to Indigenous staff, faculty, student leaders and allies. We gather monthly to discuss upcoming Indigenous-focused initiatives, events, programming, opportunities, research and matters of importance.

Indigenous spaces at UM

Indigenous design and campus planning

Alumni

Indigenous alumni are influential leaders and changemakers, contributing to the cultural, social and economic well-being of Indigenous communities, the province, country and world. Many Indigenous alumni contribute to the UM campus community as faculty, staff or guest speakers. Others have been honoured with prestigious awards.

Indigenous alumni news

Contact us

Our team

Learn more about the people who support the Indigenous community at UM, including the Indigenous Student Centre team and the Indigenous Engagement team.

Indigenous Student Centre
Migizii Agamik - Bald Eagle Lodge
114 Sidney Smith St.
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada

Toll Free in Manitoba: 1-800-432-1960, ext. 8850

isc@umanitoba.ca

204-474-8850

204-275-3142

Office of the Vice-President (Indigenous)
Room 202C Administration building
66 Chancellor's Circle
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada

val.parker@umanitoba.ca

204-474-8904

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