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Indigenous Cultural Awareness Week 2020

The pandemic has altered college life, therefore, we shall change with it. Our great chef; Dorothy nee Koosees York is back! 7 years running, she prepared moose meat and bannock for 5 days that was enjoyed by all students and staff. Special thanks to CJ Spence, a young 16-year-old high school student from Cochrane, who donated moose meat and to local hunter Sheila Corston, in her first, moose hunt kill. Thanks to the Northern College Native Student Assembly for their assistance in serving the food. The Northern College Residence students thanked us too! Meegwetch All!

All of our campuses feature inspiring cultural spaces, including canvas tipis and Indigenous student lounges. Our Timmins Campus is home to Ma-Mo-Keh-Nah-No (meaning Together Our Home), a unique permanent tipi with year-round access. These structures provide a space for gathering, healing and sharing. At Northern College, Indigenous Perspectives are incorporated into the curriculum.

Northern College is guided by our Indigenous Council on Education, Elders and community leaders to ensure programs, services and activities are connected to culture and tradition. Healing and sharing circles, workshops, Indigenous student assemblies, Indigenous Student Advisors and traditional events and activities are all part of the Northern experience.