"The Gathering Place" for Indigenous Students.
The Institute of Indigenous Learning provides academic services, social, cultural, and recreational activities as well as a comfortable atmosphere for Fanshawe College's Indigenous students.
08/12/2026
Kinda chic to have a place where you belong 🤎✨
The Institute of Indigenous Learning supports First Nations, Métis and Inuit students at Fanshawe College through academic support, cultural programming, workshops, events, financial resources and community connection.
Need a place to study? Have a question about college? Looking for your people? Want to grab a coffee and hang out? Come see us at the IIL in A1046!
08/10/2026
There is still time to apply for the Indigenous Leadership and Community Impact Award! Apply here https://forms.gle/2NrXS2QxzQ6JJWN68
🎓The Indigenous Leadership & Community Impact Award is now open for Fall intake!
Are you an incoming Indigenous student starting college in Fall 2026? Apply for the Indigenous Leadership & Community Impact Award, designed to support and celebrate your role as a future leader, innovator, and community builder.
💰 Award Value
$3,000 awarded in 4 payments throughout your first academic year
📅 Application Deadlines
August 21, 2026 – For Fall 2025 Start
✅ Eligibility Criteria
- Full-time Level One student in Fall 2025
- Must self-identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit
- Must confirm Indigenous identity through approved documentation (First Nation Status, Inuit registration, Métis Nation membership, etc.)
📝 How to Apply
- Submit your Application Form before the deadline here https://forms.gle/m9gZMeqiiG8SMaTH9
- Wait for a follow up email
🎯 Maintain Eligibility
- Be registered on Day 10 of classes
- Attend all 4 check-ins with your IIL Advisor
- Receive one or less U's at midterm
- Maintain satisfactory academic standing
If you have any questions please email [email protected] or visit https:/ /www.fanshawec.ca/students/support/indigenous-learning/indigenous-leadership-community-impact-award
08/05/2026
We still have a few spots available for the Grand Bend Trip on August 13th! Sign up here https://buytickets.at/instituteofindigenouslearningfanshawecollege/2164282
Check out our Summer Prep Events Series!
Are you a new Fanshawe Indigenous student who has confirmed their offer for the Fall 2026 semester? Join the Institute of Indigenous Learning this summer for fun events, community building, and a chance to meet other students and support staff before classes begin!
☀️ June 27 – Blue Jays Game
🎶 July 15 – Rock the Park
🏖️ August 13 – Grand Bend Beach Day
Spots are limited, so register early!
For more information and to register visit https://www.fanshawec.ca/students/support/indigenous-learning/summer-prep-events
07/27/2026
HAPPENING TODAY!
📚 Need help registering for your courses for your General Arts and Science Program? We've got you covered!
Stop by the Institute of Indigenous Learning today until 6:00 p.m. for Ready, Set, Register!
Our team is here to help you:
✔️ Register for your courses
✔️ Answer questions about your schedule and program
✔️ Explore your options and pathways
✔️ Connect with Indigenous supports and services at Fanshawe
Whether you're registering for the first time or just need a hand, drop in, we're happy to help!
📍 Institute of Indigenous Learning
🕕 Today until 6:00 p.m.
We look forward to seeing you!
07/27/2026
Calling all Fanshawe Indigenous artists and designers!
We're looking for an original design for this year's Orange Shirt. The winning design will be featured and sold in the Fanshawe Bookstore.
🏆 Prizes:
🧡 1st Place: $250 Honorarium
🧡 2nd & 3rd Place: $50 Gift Card
📧 Submit your design to [email protected]
📅 Deadline: August 21
Orange Shirt Day is an opportunity to honour Survivors of residential schools, remember the children who never came home, and support ongoing truth and reconciliation. We look forward to seeing your meaningful and creative designs.
07/23/2026
Dell 72-hour summer sale for Fanshawe students and employees
Save on new Dell PCs and tech during their 72-hour flash sale. Find unbeatable offers on new ways to learn, create and get more done.
Eligible products include laptops, desktops and monitors. Students and employees can also save up to 10% off through the Member Purchase Program, in addition to current offers (exclusions may apply).
Dell's 72-Hour Summer Sale exclusive offers:
Dell 14 Plus 2-in-1 Laptop: save $450, now $1,289.99
Dell 15 Laptop: save $410, now $899.99
Alienware 16 Aurora Gaming Laptop: save $620, now $1,949.99
Alienware 27 4K QD-OLED Gaming Monitor: save $320, now $949.99
Hurry, these limited-time offers end July 23, 2026.
Sign in or create a Dell Canada account to get your Member Purchase Program discount at: www.dell.com/myaccount/en-ca/membership then shop online.
Access your exclusive Fanshawe discount and shop 24/7 at: www.dell.ca/mpp/fanshawecoupons
07/22/2026
🎓 Applying for Indspire bursaries & scholarships? We've got you.
Join our FREE Building Brighter Futures Virtual Webinar to learn everything you need to know before submitting your application.
Whether you're a current or future post-secondary student, an educator, guidance counsellor, or someone supporting Indigenous learners, everyone is welcome.
📅 Monday, July 27
⏰ 2:00–3:30 p.m. ET
💻 Virtual
Register today through the link in our bio!
07/20/2026
When we create a safe space for others, we give them the comfort and confidence to open up, share their truth, and feel heard.
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We may not have a stove or an oven but we love to make meals for students, and we make some pretty good ones!
In the fall come into the centre for breakfast Monday, soup lunch Tuesdays and Thursdays and pizza Fridays (we also always have snacks!) We are located in room A1046! 🌮🍔🥗🍕🍝🍜
The Institute of Indigenous Learning is so much more than an office on campus! It’s a place where Indigenous students can connect with culture, access academic and personal supports, attend workshops and events, meet with Elders and Knowledge Keepers, and build community throughout their college experience - we also always have snacks and coffee 😉
Come visit us in A1046!!
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 4pm |