Welcome to the Mamidosewin Centre
Aboriginal Student Services
The Mamidosewin Centre provides a variety of cultural programs and services to Aboriginal students at Algonquin College.
Aboriginal students may identify as any of the following: First Nations (Status or Non-Status), Inuit and Métis, as well as those with Aboriginal ancestry who are just discovering their heritage and want to learn more.
Student Events & Activities
- Monthly potlucks, feasts and celebrations (Louis Riel Day, Inuit Celebration etc.)
- Elder visits, traditional teachings, guest speakers and ceremonies
- Drum circles, art and craft workshops facilitated by students or local artists
- Movies, board games, hockey game nights, off campus activities
- All Aboriginal – Intramural sports teams (Basketball, floor hockey, badminton etc.)
Academic, Career & Personal Support:
- Information on Aboriginal bursaries, scholarships and other funding support
- Workshops and individual support with study skills, time management, tutors etc.)
- Career, academic or personal counselling with an Aboriginal counsellor
- Aboriginal Education to Employment program and job listings
- Referrals to Aboriginal services (housing, counselling, employment etc.)
Mamidosewin – Aboriginal Student Centre (Room E122) includes:
- Student lounge, kitchenette and computer lab with printer
- Access to sacred medicines and morning smudge circle
- Community notice board for Aboriginal events in Ottawa
