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Assistant to the Director
Indigenous Leadership Programming (ILP)
Our team is committed to supporting Indigenous students through culturally centered leadership development and community engagement initiatives. Our team oversees programs like the Bison Spirit Indigenous Leadership Program, Indigenous Circle of Empowerment, and UM Indigenous Student Community Volunteers Program. We aim to create opportunities for students to discover their gifts, develop their leadership skills, celebrate their identity, and build meaningful connections within our community. Through these programs, we strive to support Indigenous students in achieving their academic and personal goals while honouring Indigenous values and knowledge.
ILP Programs
Honouring Our Sponsors
We extend utmost gratitude to our sponsors whose generous support makes our programs possible. The Mastercard Foundation's EleV Program funds the Indigenous Circle of Empowerment, Bison Spirit, and Indigenous Student Community Volunteers programs, empowering Indigenous leadership and community engagement. We also acknowledge the University of Manitoba's Indigenous Initiative Fund, which supports the UM Indigenous Birding Club.
Our Team
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Justin Rasmussen
Director
justin.rasmussen@umanitoba.ca
204 915 8110
Learn more about Justin
Born and raised in Ile Des Chênes, Manitoba, Justin Rasmussen is a proud member of the Red River Métis nation. His pronouns are he, him, his.
With a diverse academic background, Justin holds a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences from the University of Canterbury in New Zealand. He also completed Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Zoology from the University of Manitoba, along with a Bachelor's degree in Geography from the University of Winnipeg. Justin is also an alum of the Governor General’s Canadian Leadership Conference (2017).
Since 2014, Justin has been serving as an advisor to students, offering guidance and support. In 2016, he took on the role of coordinator for the Indigenous Circle of Empowerment student leadership development program, creating safe spaces where students could develop their strengths and build community.
Justin's commitment to community and education led him to chair the Indigenous Student Affairs Network (ISAN) with ACPA from 2021 to 2023. He continues to serve as the Chair of the ISAN Awards committee, recognizing the accomplishments of Indigenous Student Affairs Professionals.
Currently, Justin holds the position of Director within the Indigenous Leadership Programming team at the University of Manitoba, which is a team that creates opportunities for Indigenous students to discover and develop their strengths.
Outside of his professional responsibilities, Justin co-leads the UM Indigenous Birding Club, blending his love for nature, student affairs, and Indigenous knowledge.
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Muriel Houle
Program Assistant - Indigenous Circle of Empowerment
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Ashley Sinclair
Social Media Assistant - Bison Spirit Indigenous Leadership Program
Contact us
Indigenous Leadership Programming
71 Curry Place, Education Building
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada
431 338 1998