About Commitment to Indigenous People About The First Peoples Indigenous Centre, formerly known as the Aboriginal Student Centre, was created as a place for Indigenous students to feel at home and supported by community. In October 2011, the Aboriginal Student Centre opened its doors in the Simcoe building, and was gifted with the Anishinaabemowin name Suswaaning Endaajig, "a nest away from home," by Elder and Traditional Knowledge Keeper Gerard Sagassige. On October 2, 2018, the Aboriginal Student Centre moved into its new home, the First Peoples Indigenous Centre, in the Centre for Collaborative Education. The Medicine Wheel PHYSICAL HEALTH The First Peoples Indigenous Centre (FPIC) offers a culturally recognizable and inviting environment for Indigenous learners Materials for Indigenous crafts are available to make items such as: dream catchers, Medicine Wheels and beading A quiet study space along and laptop computers are available A variety of board and card games are available for use Students will have the opportunity to make traditional hand drums and learn about the teachings of the drum Sewing machines and materials are available to make medicine bags and regalia MENTAL HEALTH Staff members work with students to identify and address a wide variety of barriers and advocate on behalf of students both on campus and within the community The common room is a great space for socializing, studying, relaxing and engaging in cultural activities A variety of Indigenous resources (DVDs, books, CDs) are available Cultural workshops are provided EMOTIONAL HEALTH Indigenous students are welcome to the FPIC and encouraged to utilize the space as their own Indigenous Coaches are available to support students through one-on-one appointments to help students with academic or personal challenges and/or make referrals to on campus and community resources SPIRITUAL HEALTH Traditional Elders are available at the FPIC for private one-on-one counselling Traditional teachings are held throughout the year The Traditional Medicines (Sage, Sweetgrass, Cedar and Tobacco) are available for use Traditional events and Ceremonies are facilitated throughout the academic year Full Moon Ceremonies are conducted monthly First Peoples Indigenous Centre events Jun 01 National Indigenous History Month National Indigenous History Month is observed in Canada every June to recognize and celebrate the history, heritage, cultures, and... Learn more Jun 21 National Indigenous Peoples Day National Indigenous Peoples Day takes place on the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. For generations, many... Learn more Jun 27 Lunch & Learn Screening: Two Soft Things, Two Hard Things Join us for a Pride & National Indigenous History Month screening! This is an IN PERSON ONLY event. Snacks... Learn more View More View More Contact us OSHAWA CAMPUS E: [email protected] Whitby CAMPUS E: [email protected] HOURS OF OPERATION Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Email [email protected] to inquire.
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