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Indigenous Relations Initiative

The 麻豆传媒网站 School of Continuing Studies (SCS) is committed to advancing truth
and reconciliation and providing access to the highest quality higher
education for Indigenous Peoples.

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IRI Strategic Plan 2025-2030

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A Message from Carola Weil, PhD, Dean of Continuing Studies, and Veldon Coburn, PhD, Faculty Chair of Indigenous Relations Initiative (IRI) at SCS

As an institution of higher learning, it is crucial to acknowledge the role educational institutions have played in the colonization and assimilation of Indigenous peoples. September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. It is an important opportunity for us to recognize the deep scars of colonialism and engage in meaningful dialogue about the past injustices faced by Indigenous children and their families, while also honouring the resilience and strength of the survivors of Indian Residential Schools.

Here at the School of Continuing Studies, we are committed to following the path laid out by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission鈥檚 94 Calls to Action which, among other actions, call upon us to re-examine and learn from Canada鈥檚 colonial history. This day serves as a reminder that our journey towards understanding is ongoing, encompassing both learning and unlearning as we work to address Canada鈥檚 colonial past.

Indigenous-focused Resources

In honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, our IRI team has curated a special list of Indigenous-focused resources that you can use to show your support by delving into books and films and/or donating to related causes. We hope this list offers the SCS community a wealth of resources to support and celebrate Indigenous voices and perspectives year-round.

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Our Partners

麻豆传媒网站 has a longstanding tradition of engaging with various Indigenous communities, educational institutions, and governments. Some of our partners include school boards, health boards, band councils, Indigenous governments, and Indigenous organizations.

At SCS we have been creating tailored programs in a consultative approach for our partners, based on their organizational and community needs. We work together to ensure participants gain the competencies they need from our programs to build capacity and participate in leading their communities.

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If your organization is looking for training or programs, we would love to talk to you about what we offer. Please email or complete the form below and provide some details about what kind of education you are thinking about.

Veldon听Coburn, PhD
Faculty Chair, Indigenous Relations Initiative

veldon.coburn [at] mcgill.ca

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