UVic Office of Indigenous Academic & Community Engagement

Summer is waning, but there’s still time to learn new skills, make something beautiful, AND prep for September events…all in one free two-hour session! Ready to find out how? 🤔

Join Rivers to Success (R2S) on 🗓️ Thurs, Sept 5, 2024, from ⏰ 4:30 – 6:30 pm ET for the latest in our popular virtual R2S Cultural Artistic Teachings Series: Orange Shirt Pins: Honouring Every Child Matters.

Our guide will be the talented Anna Burning, owner of Burning’s Beaded Expressions, located on the Six Nations of the Grand River. She learned her art from her grandmother, Helen Burning, who owned and operated Burning’s Beadwork.

The workshop is FREE and all necessary materials will be mailed directly to your address, ensuring you get everything you need to participate. (The first 200 people to register will receive kits!) Join us to learn new skills step by step while appreciating and highlighting the significance of the orange shirt. 🧡

Click on the link below to register – and to make sure you get your materials on time. 👇
https://attendee.gototraining.com/r/4063279746228424704

As you head into the last long weekend of the summer, don’t forget to set yourself up for fall success! 😊

If you’re heading to college, university, or trades school in the fall after having been out of school for one year (or more), then the Canada Post Awards for Indigenous Students are designed especially for you.

Celebrate your perseverance and click on the link below to apply! The deadline is coming up soon – 🗓️ August 31, 2024 – so don’t miss out. 👇
https://indspire.ca/apply-now/ -post

✨ We're Hiring!✨📢 The UVic Office of Indigenous Academic & Community Engagement (IACE) is seeking an Indigenous Student Support Coordinator.

📌 The Indigenous Student Support Coordinator (ISSC) is responsible for planning and coordinating student education, prevention, intervention, and support efforts across campus and community systems for Indigenous students in general and specifically Indigenous at risk and those facing crisis.

📌 Of critical importance to this position is an intimate knowledge of Indigenous ways of knowing and being. Cultural competency, including an in-depth understanding of colonization, decolonization, land issues, cultural protocols, and settler/Indigenous relationships is essential.

📌The ISSC will possess a demonstrated ability to multi-task and manage a diverse caseload. This position requires excellence in the facilitation of on-campus and community referrals, care coordination, planning and crisis management.

📌 This position requires a Masters' degree in a related field (e.g., social work, public health, counselling psychology, child and youth care etc.) and a minimum of 3 years practical work-related experience managing and responding to crisis or critical incidence

💰 Salary: $83,094 - $108,088

💡💻 To read the full job description and how to apply, please visit: https://bit.ly/4drnqYQ 🔗

📅 Open until August 23, 2024 @ 4:00 p.m.

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Join Ry Moran on August 26th at the Victoria Forum panel session “Living in Indigenous Sovereignty”. As Canada’s first Associate University Librarian – Reconciliation at the University of Victoria, Ry works to integrate Indigenous perspectives and knowledge into the University of Victoria Libraries and across the broader campus community.

Ry will be moderating panel speakers Dr. Liz Carlson-Manathara and Dr. Gladys Rowe, co-authors of Living in Indigenous Sovereignty and creators of the Stories of Decolonization film project. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to hear from topic experts and expand your understanding of Indigenous Sovereignty.

📅 Date: August 26, at 2:45pm
📍 Location: Business and Economics Building, The University of Victoria
🔗 RSVP for free: https://ow.ly/Kl1w50SUTNF

Join us for an opening ceremony and invocation of blessing for the success of the inaugural Indigenous Storyteller in Residence at UVic. The event will feature the Storyteller, celebrated author and UVic alumni Richard Van Camp, plus a welcome and prayer by a local Elder.

We’ll preview the courses and events planned for the year and launch this great initiative together.

Refreshments provided; free registration required.

Doors open at 9 am. All welcome

VISIT: https://libcal.uvic.ca/calendar/community/richardvancamp

📢 The LE,NOṈET Preparation Seminar IS 310D still has space available for the Fall 2024 and Winter 2025 terms.

📌 This course is open to Indigenous (First Nations status/non-status, Inuit or Métis) undergraduate students enrolled in any faculty at the University of Victoria.

📌 This seminar will introduce Indigenous students to knowledge and skills necessary for working with campus-based academic researchers, or with Indigenous communities and organizations, through a Research Apprenticeship (IS 320) or Community Internship (IS 321).

📌 This course is also a prerequisite for the Indigenous International Work-Integrated Learning Exchange.

📝 To request an application, please email Renée Livernoche, LE,NOṈET Experiential Learning Coordinator: [email protected]

✨📢APPLY TODAY! Registration is open for the LE,NOṈET Graduate Seminar (GS 500)! ✨

Are you an Indigenous graduate student looking for an Indigenous methodology and community engagement course?

👉💻Interested students must submit an application form, including a letter of introduction outlining their Indigenous ancestry, to Dr. Rob Hancock.

📌Space is limited, and priority will be given to students enrolled in a graduate program without an Indigenous cohort or significant Indigenous content in its standard curriculum.

📌Who is eligible? First Nations (status/non-status), Inuit or Métis graduate students enrolled at the University of Victoria.

📅Offered Winter Term 2025 Thursdays, 1:30pm-4:20pm.

📝To request an application form, please contact Dr. Rob Hancock by email: [email protected]

✨Exciting News!✨

We’re thrilled to share that UVic and the Ts'uubaa-asatx Lake Cowichan First Nation (formerly known as Lake Cowichan First Nation) have signed a five-year collaboration agreement. This partnership is all about mutual respect, learning and growth.

This agreement recognizes the cultural and historical significance of the 25-acre property in Lake Cowichan, generously donated by Jeanne S. Simpson in 1967. As we look to the future, we’re committed to developing educational programs and services that reflect the values of Ditidaht culture, land and language.

🙌Join us on this incredible journey! Download the full agreement here: https://bit.ly/3Y9B7Xj

The University of Victoria and the Ts’uubaa-asatx Nation (formerly known as Lake Cowichan First Nation) have signed a five-year collaboration agreement—a significant step towards a shared future of mutual respect, learning, and growth.

This agreement outlines a framework for joint initiatives, including educational programs, research projects and community engagement activities.

💬 “This collaboration agreement is not just a document; it is a commitment to ongoing dialogue, mutual respect and shared success. We are here to learn and take guidance from Ts’uubaa-asatx Nation. This document is a beautiful way of coming together and reaffirms the commitment to working together in a good way with good hearts and good minds.” - Qwul’sih’yah’maht, Robina Thomas, UVic’s vice-president, Indigenous.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/giSK50SCF89

📢✨ JOB OPPORTUNITY✨ UVic’s Etalew̓txʷ | ÁTOL,ÁUTW̱ – Office of the Vice-President Indigenous (OVPI) is seeking a Project Officer.

📌Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Officer provides support to the Project Manager, Director of Indigenous University Initiatives (DIUI) and the Director of Strategic Priorities and Community Engagement (DISP) through the effective coordination and implementation of complex projects (e.g. development and implementation of the Indigenous Plan) and related communication plans, in order to advance key institutional and departmental priorities.

📌Must have Indigenous cultural competencies, be aware of and have knowledge of ongoing issues and concerns associated with the assigned projects and must always demonstrate discerning and independent judgement of the highest professional standard.

📌Requires Bachelor’s degree (Masters preferred) in a relevant field with project management experience working in a post-secondary setting and/or in Indigenous communities or organizations

📌In accordance with the university's Equity Plan and pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, the selection will be limited to members of the following designated group(s). Candidates from the group(s) are encouraged to self-identify: Indigenous

✔ PEA - 2 year term

🔎 For full job description and requirements: https://uvic.mua.hrdepartment.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/11189 🔗

📅 Open until July 28 @ 4:00 p.m.

💰 Salary Grade: $83,094.00 - $108,088.00

🙏 Please share with your networks!

BC NEIHR NETOLNEW: One Mind, One People Songhees Nation UVic Native Students Union Metis Nation of Greater Victoria Victoria Native Friendship Centre Indigenous Perspectives SocietyIndigenous Language Revitalization Program Tsawout First Nation BCAAFC

📢✨ **Deadline Extended**

JOB OPPORTUNITY✨ UVic’s Etalew̓txʷ | ÁTOL,ÁUTW̱ – Office of the Vice-President Indigenous (OVPI) is seeking a full-time permanent Executive Assistant.

📌Reporting to the Vice-President Indigenous (VPI), this position provides executive-level, comprehensive administrative and financial support to the VPI and is one of the first points of contact for the public on all aspects of the Indigenous Portfolio within the Office of the President.

📌 The incumbent keeps the VP Indigenous well informed through ongoing communication, alerting the VP Indigenous to any situations that may require attention, often under strict timelines that require triaging and constant adjustment of ever-changing priorities.

📌 The incumbent keeps the VP Indigenous well informed through ongoing communication, alerting the VP Indigenous to any situations that may require attention, often under strict timelines that require triaging and constant adjustment of ever-changing priorities.

📌 This position works collaboratively as part of the administrative team in the Office of the Vice-President Indigenous, and provides coverage for reception and other administrative duties as required. The role supports a high volume office while managing evolving priorities.

🔎 For full job description and requirements: https://bit.ly/3WfPQ1K 🔗

📅 Open until July 22 @ 4:00 p.m.

💰 Salary Grade: $67,453.00 - $75,685.00

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🙌🎉On behalf of Etalew̓txʷ | ÁTOL,ÁUTW̱, the Office of the Vice-President Indigenous, we are pleased to welcome Dr. Paul Whitinui into his new role as the Special Advisor to the Vice-President Indigenous at UVic.

Paul, who is Māori, belongs to the iwi tribes of Ngā Puhi, Te Aupōuri, and Ngāti Kurī on his father’s side and Pākehā on his mother’s side. He completed his master's degree in Sport and Leisure Studies at the University of Waikato in New Zealand, and Doctor of Education (EdD) at the University of Auckland.

Paul has been a distinguished professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Victoria since 2016. His work as an Indigenous educator and interdisciplinary social scientist is informed by Kaupapa Māori approaches, which facilitate and articulate Māori ways of knowing and being, alongside transformative grounded theory and praxis.

Paul has served as the Acting Associate Dean of Graduate Programs and Research for the Faculty of Education from July 2021 to June 2023. His extensive research includes a focus on education, schooling, physical activity, health, sport, leisure, and community settings, particularly from the perspectives of iwi Māori and other colonized Indigenous Peoples. Notably, he was awarded the World Indigenous Nations Higher Education Consortium Order of the Circle of Service to Indigenous Education in 2021. He has authored several journal articles, four books, and numerous book chapters, reflecting his commitment to advancing Indigenous knowledge and education.

We look forward to his continued contributions and leadership in supporting Indigenous initiatives within our community!

Are you an Indigenous upper-level undergrad or grad student returning to UVic this September? Want to host academic and social/cultural events? Apply to be a Campus Cousin!
💡 Apply Now! https://bit.ly/49bZBkM
🔔 Deadline Extended: Friday, July 19, 2024 at 4:00pm
Questions? Contact 250-472-5982 or [email protected].

The Department of Indigenous Education invites applications from external candidates for a Canada Research Chair (CRC) Tier 2 in Indigenous Language Revitalization, Reclamation and Maintenance.

This CRC recruitment is part of a broad strategy to expand and raise the profile of research and teaching strategies for Indigenous Language Revitalization.

The salary for this position at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank includes a competitive salary range of $109,700 - $147,806.

⏰The deadline for application is August 31, 2024. Review of applications will begin on September 1, 2024.

INED 210-109 - Faculty & staff - University of Victoria Inspired by and honouring place, we are a community-minded, globally engaged university where we transform ideas into meaningful impact.

✨SURVEY DEADLINE EXTENDED TO FRIDAY, JULY 5✨
https://bit.ly/4bh5Nck

📢✨ JOB OPPORTUNITY✨

UVic’s Etalew̓txʷ | ÁTOL,ÁUTW̱ – Office of the Vice-President Indigenous (OVPI) is seeking an Executive Assistant.

📌Reporting to the Vice-President Indigenous (VPI), this position provides executive-level, comprehensive administrative and financial support to the VPI and is one of the first points of contact for the public on all aspects of the Indigenous Portfolio within the Office of the President.

📌 The incumbent keeps the VP Indigenous well informed through ongoing communication, alerting the VP Indigenous to any situations that may require attention, often under strict timelines that require triaging and constant adjustment of ever-changing priorities.

📌 The incumbent keeps the VP Indigenous well informed through ongoing communication, alerting the VP Indigenous to any situations that may require attention, often under strict timelines that require triaging and constant adjustment of ever-changing priorities.

📌 This position works collaboratively as part of the administrative team in the Office of the Vice-President Indigenous, and provides coverage for reception and other administrative duties as required. The role supports a high volume office while managing evolving priorities.

🔎 For full job description and requirements: bit.ly/3XBFF8Q 🔗

📅 Open until July 1 @ 4:00 p.m.

💰 Salary Grade: $67,453.00 - $75,685.00

🙏 Please share with your networks!

Award-winning Tłı̨chǫ Dene author Richard Van Camp will return to the University of Victoria as Indigenous Storyteller-in-Residence for 2024/25. 👏

💬 “My hope for our time together is that you get on out there and reclaim your family stories, recipes, songs, harvesting techniques, traditions, ceremonies, names and anything you need to make your path way more fun and brighter ahead—not only just for you, but for your family, for your community and for future generations.” —Richard Van Camp, 2024/25 UVic Indigenous Storyteller-in-Residence.

During his residency, Van Camp will offer the online course "Recovering Family Medicine through Story" available through the Department of English to current UVic students and the wider community via Continuing Studies at UVic.

➡️ Learn more: https://ow.ly/jLXn50SkZJW

🔗 UVic Humanities / University of Victoria Libraries / Continuing Studies at UVic

✨OFFICE UPDATE✨ In celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day ( ), the First Peoples House and IACE will be closed this Friday, June 21.

We encourage everyone to join the celebrations happening in our community or find your own meaningful way to honour and celebrate Indigenous culture. 🙌

💻 For Emergency Bursaries, contact Carol Bilson via email [email protected] or phone 250-472-5982.

Dear Indigenous UVic students, staff, faculty, librarians, alums and community partners,

We invite you to participate in an important survey and consultation process led by Etalew̓txʷ | ÁTOL,ÁUTW̱ - The Office of the Vice-President Indigenous (OVPI) regarding the development of an Indigenous Citizenship Declaration policy. This policy will revise the eligibility process for opportunities at UVic designated for Indigenous People.

Your input and engagement are vital in ensuring that this policy reflects the diverse voices within our community and respects the unique laws and traditions of all Indigenous Nations, Peoples and communities.

We strongly encourage you to participate in these engagement opportunities. Together, we can ensure that the policy accurately reflects the values and perspectives of our Indigenous community.

💻👉COMPLETE THE SURVEY: 🔗https://bit.ly/4bh5Nck

💡More info: https://www.uvic.ca/ovpi/ways-of-knowing/policies-and-guidelines/indigenous-citizenship-declaration-icd/

⏰Survey Closes June 28

✨💳**Enter for a chance to receive a $50 gift card**

📝 Questions, concerns or feedback, contact [email protected].

UPCOMING ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS:
📅Wednesday, June 19 11:00-2:00pm
📅Thursday, June 27 11:00-2:00pm
📍FPH, Ceremonial Hall

🌟 🎉 Join us in celebrating and welcoming Carol Bilson PhD © (Mapuche, Quiche, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese) from Wallmapu, Chile, into her new role at UVic Office of Indigenous Academic & Community Engagement as the Indigenous Student Support Coordinator!

Carol (She/Her/Ella) brings a wealth of experience and passion to the community. She is currently a Ph.D. student in the program Social Dimensions of Health in the School of Public Health and Social Policy at the University of Victoria. She has held the position of Alt-Justice Coordinator at Victoria Sexual Assault Centre (VSAC) and Education Coordinator at the Victoria Women’s Transition House Society (VWTH) where she trained staff, volunteers, and fellow service providers on the issues of Intimate Partner Violence and Trauma-Informed Practices. Carol further facilitates cultural safety workshops (Co-Creating Decolonial Futures) supporting organizations to work in more collaborative and relationally accountable ways with Indigenous peoples. Carol has over 15 years of experience in community education and has developed multiple community workshops on De-colonization, Anti-Racism, Consent, Men's Wellness, Healthy Masculinities, and prevention of Gender-Based Violence for boys and male youth.

🙌Join us in giving a warm welcome to Carol! We are excited for the positive impact she'll bring to our IACE team and the broader Indigenous community. 💜

✉️ Contact Carol by email: [email protected], phone: 250-472-5982 or stop by the IACE office in the First Peoples House.

🎉Congratulations to the Indigenous Grads of June 2024! 🙌

This week, we celebrated two beautiful nights of Indigenous Graduation Ceremonies, filled with love, culture and excitement!

Surrounded by family, friends, and colleagues, the FPH Ceremonial Hall was alive with happiness and support!👩‍🎓

🎉 Thank you to everyone who shared in this joyous occasion. We can't wait to see where your journey takes you next! 💫🌟

We know that even the don’t always go like they should, so we – and our friends at Canada Post – are here to help! 😊

If you’re a First Nations, Inuit, or Métis student who’s returned to college or university after having been out of school for a year or more, apply for the Canada Post Awards for Indigenous Students.

These Awards are specially designed just for you to recognize your hard work and determination, so don’t miss out!

Apply before August 31, 2024 – and get ready to celebrate your success! 👇
https://indspire.ca/apply-now/ -post

**DEADLINE EXTENDED UNTIL FRIDAY**

Call for Chaperones - We're hiring dedicated individuals to create a safe and fun environment for the Indigenous students during Mini-U this July 8-12.

APPLY TODAY!

Are you an Indigenous undergraduate student looking for an Indigenous Studies course or an elective? 🔎💻

🎉Register for the LE,NOṈET Undergraduate Preparation Seminar IS 310D

📅 Fall 2024 Tuesdays 1:30-4:20pm
📅 Winter 2025 Thursdays 1:30-4:20pm

📌Indigenous research methods & community engagement
📌 Indigenous and Western research methodologies
📌 skills for working in and with communities
📌 lateral violence & cultural safety
📌 resume and cover letter writing

*space is limited, first-come first-served

✍To request application, email: [email protected]

📣 Attn. Indigenous students in high school: you need to apply for this award today! 😊

If you’re a First Nations, Inuit, or Métis full-time high school student, apply for the Petro-Canada Award for Indigenous High School Students.

It’s a one-time award of $750 and the deadline is July 1, 2024…so don’t miss out on this chance! 👏

Apply if you:

✅ Are enrolled full-time in a high school in Canada

✅ Have a valid Canadian Social Insurance Number (SIN)

✅ Are a Canadian citizen under the age of 19

Click on the link below to apply! 👇
https://indspire.ca/apply-now/ -canada

Check out the Royal BC Museum Indigenous Artist Market!

📆Saturday, June 22, 2024
⏰10:00am-4:00pm
📍Outside of the Royal BC Museum

🎉National Indigenous Peoples Month and Day 2024! ✨

Partners and co-hosts from across the region invite you to join us to honour National Indigenous Peoples Month throughout June and National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, 2024.

Let's join together all month to enjoy Indigenous heritage, culture, food and music, activities and opportunities for connection.

MORE INFO: https://www.royalroads.ca/NIPD

Are you interested in volunteering at S’TEṈISTOLW̱ 2024?

Volunteering at this conference offers a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and contribute to a significant gathering of educators, community leaders, and allies dedicated to Indigenous post-secondary and adult education.

By volunteering, you not only support the seamless ex*****on of this event but also become an integral part of a community that seeks to build and foster relationships in reciprocity. Each volunteer plays a pivotal role in creating an enriching experience for all attendees.

Volunteers needed from: Monday, August 19 – Friday, August 23, 2024 Volunteer shifts vary between: 7:00am and 10:00pm

VISIT: https://stenistolw.ca/volunteer/

⏰**REMINDER** Mini-U Summer Camp registration closes on Monday, June 10 @ 9am! Submit your application today!
If you have any questions, please email [email protected]