COLLEGES AND INSTITUTES CANADA
CICan to host its national Indigenous Education Symposium

Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) will host its 12th national Indigenous Education Symposium in-person in Quebec City, on the unceded territory of the Huron-Wendat Nation. The event will gather leaders in Indigenous education and those passionate about meaningful reconciliation to discuss and reflect on shared visions and responsibilities when it comes to advancing truth and reconciliation. 

Education is an essential part of lasting reconciliation with Indigenous communities. This event will be an opportunity to work collectively and discuss topics such as developing and delivering programs that meet the learning needs of Indigenous students (including a focus on community-based delivery models and indigenous-led research); supporting the well-being, participation, engagement, and achievements of Indigenous students; protecting and promoting Indigenous cultures and languages; and valuing Indigenous knowledge. 

The event will include special guest speakers: Commissioner Marie Wilson, TRC Canada, 2009-2015; Grand Chief Vincent, Huron-Wendat Nation; Richard Kistabish, President, UNESCO Canadian Commission; Kelly Lendsay, president and founder of Indigenous Works and Luminary; Jean-François Rochon, UNESCO Chair in the Transmission of First Peoples' Culture to Foster Well-Being and Empowerment; and Mike Metatawabin, former Deputy Grand Chief at Nishnabe Aski Nation, poet, and advocate for truth and reconciliation.

When and Where:
October 24, 17:00 to 19:00: Opening reception at Hôtel-Musée Premières nations, Wendake
October 25, 8:30 to 16:30: Hotel Pur , 395 rue de la Couronne, Québec
October 26, 8:30 to 12:30: Hotel Pur , 395 rue de la Couronne, Québec 
All sessions will be open to the media. 

Visit collegesinstitutes.ca for more information about the event.