Canada–Mexico Binational Indigenous / Intercultural Roundtable
Since 2012, the Canada–Mexico Binational Indigenous/Intercultural Roundtable has provided a platform for cross-border exchange and collaboration. It supports student mobility, joint research and partnerships rooted in Indigenous communities and knowledge systems.
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Event at a glance
A binational dialogue bringing together Indigenous and intercultural higher education leaders from Canada and Mexico.
- Location: University of Manitoba, Fort Garry Campus
- Dates: June 15–17, 2026
- Registration: invite-only
- Agenda: Subject to change
The objectives for the 2026 Roundtable
The objectives for the 2026 Roundtable are to:
- Strengthen partnerships and collaboration between Canada and Mexico’s post-secondary institutions and scholars
- Discuss intersecting innovations and research opportunities
- Facilitate student exchanges
The agenda will include cultural/experiential learning components, panels, workshops, keynote speakers and informal networking opportunities.
Program agenda and speakers
A series of plenary dialogues, panels and experiential learning sessions featuring Indigenous and intercultural higher education leaders from Canada and Mexico.
Sunday, June 14 (Early Registration)
Sunday, June 14
Time | Activity |
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Early Registration |
Meals Included in Registration
- Monday: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Tuesday: Breakfast, lunch and light evening refreshments
- Wednesday: Breakfast and lunch
Event agenda subject to change.
Monday, June 15
Monday, June 15
Time | Activity |
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM | Breakfast / Registration |
8:00 AM – 10:15 AM | Lighting the Qulliq Pipe Ceremony Water Ceremony Opening Prayer Mexico Welcome and Gratitude Ceremony-Ritual |
10:15 AM – 10:45 AM | Break / Networking |
10:45 AM – 11:30 AM | Welcome to the Territory Opening Remarks |
11:30 AM – 11:45 AM | Official Photo |
11:45 AM – 1:00 PM | Lunch / Networking |
1:00 PM – 2:15 PM | Concurrent Sessions: Session 1.1 – Indigenous/Intercultural Research Methodologies in Canada and Mexico Session 1.1 – President’s Meeting |
2:15 PM – 2:30 PM | Transition / Break |
2:30 PM – 3:45 PM | Session 1.2 – Building Future Roundtables: Identifying Opportunities to Strengthen Our Relationships / Research Partnerships |
3:45 PM – 5:15 PM | Break / Networking / Refreshments |
5:15 PM – 9:45 PM* | Canadian Museum for Human Rights Tour President’s Dinner |
Dress and attire
Time / Event | Attire | Notes |
Morning / Afternoon | Business casual | Portions of the program will include ceremonial elements. In recognition of these moments, attire that reflects respect for ceremony is invited. Guests who wish to do so are welcome to wear their formal or traditional attire. For the pipe and water ceremony, women are invited to wear skirts. |
President’s Dinner | Business casual | — |
* Includes travel time. Transportation will be provided.
Meals included in registration. Monday meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Event agenda subject to change.
Tuesday, June 16
Tuesday, June 16
Time | Activity |
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM | Breakfast |
8:00 AM – 3:30 PM* | Experiential Learning Opportunity – Brokenhead Ojibway Nation |
| Sessions: 2.1 Land-based Education (Wetland) 2.2 Meet Council and Elders / Community Leaders |
3:30 PM – 5:15 PM | Break / Networking / Refreshments |
5:15 PM – 9:00 PM* | Reception at Lieutenant Governor General House |
Dress and attire
Time / Event | Attire | Notes |
Morning / Afternoon | Casual, including clothing and footwear appropriate for being outside for part of the day | Most of the day will be spent in Brokenhead First Nation, including on the wetland interpretive trail. The trail is rated as “easy” and covers 2.6 km (roundtrip). Sunscreen and mosquito repellent will be available onsite. |
Lieutenant Governor General’s Reception | Business casual | — |
*Includes travel time. Transportation will be provided.
Meals included in registration. Tuesday meals included: Breakfast, lunch and light evening refreshments.
Event agenda subject to change.
Wednesday, June 17
Wednesday, June 17
Time | Activity |
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM | Breakfast |
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Mexico Intercultural Sharing Opportunity: Beginner’s Workshop on Expressions in Nahuatl or Totonac |
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Session 3.1 – Student Participation and Community Leadership |
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM | Break / Networking |
10:45 AM – 12:15 PM | Session 3.2 – Indigenous/Intercultural Languages: Public Policies on Plurilingual Education |
12:15 PM – 1:00 PM | Closing Remarks Closing Prayer Honour Song |
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Lunch / Networking |
Attire: Business casual
Meals included in registration. Wednesday meals included: Breakfast and lunch
Event agenda subject to change.
Parking and directions
Parking is available at the University Centre parkade, located next to UMSU University Centre. Parking details, directions and a campus map are available to help support your visit.
DIRECTIONS TO THE UNIVERSITY CENTRE PARKADE
From Pembina Highway, enter the University of Manitoba Fort Garry Campus via the entrance at Chancellor Matheson Road.
Proceed east on Chancellor Matheson Road until you arrive at the intersection of Chancellor Matheson Road and University Crescent. Turn left onto University Crescent. Keep right on University Crescent and take the first right turn onto Dysart Road. Keep right on Dysart Road and turn right at the first crosswalk onto Sidney Smith Street. Keep left on Sidney Smith Street and turn left at the crosswalk onto Ralph Campbell Road. From Ralph Campbell Road, turn right into the University Centre parkade.
Once you have parked your vehicle, exit on the 200 level and follow the posted signs to the Roundtable, located on the 2nd floor of UMSU University Centre.
Contact us
Office of the Vice-President (Indigenous)
Room 202C Administration Building
66 Chancellors Circle
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry Campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada